Sensory Chocolate Tasting

1 hr 45 mins
(14)

Experience a newfound appreciation for the world of chocolate thanks to Carlos, a third-generation Italian Ecuadorian chocolatier. Through his sensory chocolate tastings, Carlos invites you to immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage of cacao, as he shares with you his handcrafted Vicolo Sei chocolates and Amazonian roots alongside with crafted Ecuadorian dark single-origin chocolate.

Taking place at Future Leap, Gloucester Road, you will indulge in delicious chocolates whilst getting to know more about sustainable food choices and discovering the transformative journey of cacao into exquisite single-origin chocolate bars.

What to expect:

  • Enjoy and taste premium single origin Ecuadorian dark chocolate.
  • Learn about different varieties of cacao and be introduced and become familiar with various flavour profiles.
  • Discover how chocolate is made (from cacao cropping, to harvest, post-harvest, and finishing).
  • Find out how geography and agricultural practices influence chocolate's taste and composition.
  • Pair chocolate with the finest of ingredients and assess the difference in taste.
  • Leave more in love with chocolate than ever before!

Age restrictions: 18+

Adult £40
Student £30
Senior Citizen £29.98

What people are saying

★★★★★
Charles C
Jan 2024

Would recommend to anyone curious about chocolate, especially the ethical high-quality stuff. Car...

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Steph Rowe
Nov 2023

The host was lovely and super friendly. The session was super interesting, we learnt a lot and we...

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Rajnim Hussain
May 2023

The whole experience was fantastic! From learning about chocolate to tasting the many flavours of...

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Ollie Chambers
Mar 2023

Excellent experience. Carlos was very welcoming and so knowledgeable. The chocolate was the best ...

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How to get there

Facilities

  • Family friendly
  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets
  • WiFi

COVID-19 guidelines

Sanitision products and masks available when needed.

On the day

  • The experience will take place at Future Leap, carbon neutral co-working space located in the heart of Gloucester Road.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 3 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 3 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. However, all gifts are non-refundable and expire exactly 1 year after the date of purchase.

You'll be hosted by

Vicolo Sei Chocolates

Vicolo6 Chocolates' founder wants to share ancestral knowledge through their delicious creations.

What sets Carlos' chocolate apart? These premium handcrafted bonbons and indulgent truffles are made with the finest quality cacao from Latin America and the Caribbean. All inspired by his culture, heritage and family. Carlos now wants to share this knowledge with guests.

Join one of his chocolate tasting and making experiences - learn about its history, cultural heritage and how to produce it sustainably and ethically. This is what any chocolate lover's dreams are made of!

Carlos Ayala (He/Him)

Carlos is a third-generation Italian Ecuadorian chocolate maker. He's been living in Bristol since 2018.

Carlos mother’s family comes from the Amazon. Since he was a child, he remembers his grandmother bringing raw cacao beans. From an early age, he became familiar with cacao, its intense taste, and fantastic aroma.

With the eagerness to share the kitchen with his mum, and with loving support from his twin sister, Carlos took his first steps into chocolate-making. He made truffles which he sold to his neighbours when he was just 12! The rest, as they say, is history...

Carlos wants to promote the importance of eating premium chocolate and celebrating it as a luxurious and healthy commodity. Achieving this through sustainable methods and transparency along the supply chain are his goals.

Any questions?

Ask your question directly to Vicolo Sei Chocolates.