Introduction to Craft Chocolate
Introduction to Craft Chocolate

Discover the fundamentals of craft chocolate and learn how to recognize quality beyond the label.
This experience offers a guided introduction to the world of bean-to-bar chocolate, exploring the key differences between industrial and craft production, and why origin, processing, and transparency matter.
Led by Fiorella Richter, you will develop a foundational understanding of chocolate through sensory analysis, learning how to identify flavor notes, evaluate quality, and read chocolate with a more informed perspective.
Designed as both an educational and tasting experience, this session provides the essential tools to navigate the world of fine chocolate with confidence.
Duration: 90 minutes
Includes:
- Guided tasting of craft chocolates
- Introduction to bean-to-bar chocolate
- Differences between industrial and craft chocolate
- Basic sensory analysis and flavor recognition
- Tools to read labels and understand origin
Reserve at: info@kaukawa.com
Format
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Small group setting (maximum 6 participants)
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Educational + guided practice
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All materials included
Booking
Booking required.
Limited capacity.
Reserve at: experiences@kaukawa.com with headline Workshop: Name of the workshop.
FAQ
Do I need prior knowledge about chocolate?
No, this is an introductory experience designed for beginners and curious learners.
What will I learn in this session?
You will understand how chocolate is made, how to identify quality, and how to taste chocolate using sensory tools.
Is this similar to a chocolate-making workshop?
No, this experience focuses on tasting, education, and understanding chocolate—not on making it.
Where does the experience take place?
At the Kaukawa Cacao offices in the historic center of Cusco. The exact address will be shared upon reservation.
What language is the experience in?
Available in English and Spanish.