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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="eh728-0-0"><span data-offset-key="eh728-0-0">Curated chocolate tasting guide with founder &amp; award winning chocolate maker James Walter (Zoom video link to be sent prior to event date).</span></div>
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Join us (via Zoom video link) for an evening of well needed chocolate escapism!

Experience a craft chocolate tasting like no other. All from the comfort of your home.

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Taste ultra premium cocoa & craft chocolate. Ethical & directly sourced by Seed Chocolate.

Learn how different terroirs can alter flavour, just as we find in fine wine & artisan coffee.

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Starting from £29.95 per person - To Include:
7 x samples of Seed Chocolate award winning cocoa & craft chocolate.
Curated chocolate tasting guide with founder & award winning chocolate maker James Walter (Zoom video link to be sent prior to event date).
Zoom video recording to repeat your tasting for later use.
Tasting profile colour map. Used by James to judge the Academy of Chocolate Awards. https://academyofchocolate.org.uk/
A chocolate placing sheet/guide.
Standard UK shipping included.
Dairy free / vegan options available on request.

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Any allergens and/or dietary requirements upon registration.

We welcome Q&A's throughout and after the event.

We recommend having available some fresh crusty bread & spring water to cleanse the palate throughout the tasting event.

The tasting event will last approximately 60 minutes, but this does occasionally run over. You are not limited to any timescale.

UK shipping is included in the price.

Seed Chocolate

Chocolate

Chocolate Making

Join us for an evening of well needed chocolate escapism!

Experience a craft chocolate tasting like no other.  All from the comfort of your home.

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Taste ultra premium cocoa & craft chocolate.  Ethical & directly sourced by Seed Chocolate.

Learn how different terroirs can alter flavour, just as we find in fine wine & artisan coffee.

Online Craft Chocolate Experience (Free UK Shipping)

General admission

Discounted rate for larger bookings (per person)

Group Bookings of 10 - 19 people

Group Bookings of 20+ people

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">For anyone new to fine chocolate, this experience provides a hands-on introduction to the world of chocolate crafted from bean to bar. You&rsquo;ll explore the main types and styles of craft chocolate through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the skills to appreciate it and describe what you are tasting.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p>

The Ultimate Online Fine Chocolate Discovery Experience
A Unique Journey into Fine Chocolate 
Discover the fascinating world of fine chocolate through an immersive online experience that blends guided tasting with expert knowledge. Whether you're new to craft chocolate or looking to deepen your appreciation, this journey from bean to bar will help you explore and understand the concepts of taste, transparency, and craftsmanship — and why they make craft chocolate truly special.

This self-paced, on-demand course and tasting experience will teach you how to identify and appreciate high-quality chocolate, navigate unique flavour journeys, and understand the artistry behind every bar.
Why this course? 
Online Chocolate Knowledge Course – Learn the fundamentals of fine chocolate through engaging video lessons.
Learn and Taste Together - there is sufficient chocolate for two tasters so can share the experience.  
Guided Chocolate Tasting – Receive a curated selection of craft chocolate and follow step-by-step tasting guidance to refine your palate.
Behind-the-Scenes Insights – Explore the bean-to-bar process, the role of cacao origins, and the art of chocolate-making.
Tasting & Sensory Training – Develop your ability to detect and describe chocolate’s complex flavours and aromas.
Flexibility & Convenience – Enjoy this experience at your own pace, from the comfort of your home
Expertly Crafted - Course designed and delivered by Kathryn Laverack, Fine Chocolate Educator and International Chocolate Judge.
Preparation for Further Learning - If you are considering taking the IICCT Certificates in Chocolate Tasting, this course gives you the foundation knowledge needed to get the best from your IICCT training. 
What You'll Learn:
What is Fine Chocolate? – Learn what sets fine chocolate apart from mass-market brands and industrial premium chocolate brands. 
The Art of Sensorial Tasting – Develop your palate and learn to identify the complex flavors of fine chocolate. Two practical tasting exercises are included to help you. 
The Origins of Chocolate: From Tree to Bar – Explore where chocolate came from and how we fell in love with this “Food of the Gods”.
The Tree-to-Bean & Bean-to-Bar Processes – Gain an in-depth understanding of how cacao is grown and explore the role of fermentation, roasting and refining to appreciate the craftsmanship behind every bar.
Become a Bean Geek – Use the criteria of Taste, Transparency, and Craftsmanship to help you identify fine chocolate from fashionable chocolate.
Where to Buy Fine Chocolate - Do a bit of homework to find your local craft chocolate makers and the best sources of craft chocolate. 

What the course includes:
Your learning experience comes with online videos giving  two and a half hours of expert guidance and insight from a certified chocolate taster and educator.  You will also have access online to course resources including:
6 Bite-size Educational Videos - Watch them at your own pace. 
4 Chocolate Tasting Videos - Taste at your own pace.
Industry statistics – Understand the context of fine chocolate. 
Fine Chocolate Glossary  – All the words and terms you need to know. 
Further Resources - Lessons are fully references with links to further reading and courses.
Sourcing Guidance - Links to UK craft chocolate makers map and retail sources of fine chocolate. 
Practical Exercises - Optional exercises to help you explore UK craft chocolate and compare it to more regular chocolate. 

Your tasting box includes a selection of craft chocolate, all made in the UK, allowing you to apply your knowledge in a hands-on way. Each box includes:
A Curated Tasting Selection – 7 craft chocolate samples from UK bean-to-bar makers: 3 dark, 1 white, 2 milk chocolate and 1 dark flavoured bar.
Bar Information Cards – Details about each chocolate’s origin and production.
2 Additional Craft Dark Chocolate Samples – Compare different styles of dark chocolate.
Taste, Transparency & Craftsmanship Postcards – Learn more about ethical chocolate production.
Taste Experience Chart – A guide to help you identify and describe flavors.
Aroma Exercise with Starburst Sweets – Enhance your sensory awareness through a fun exercise.
Roasted Cocoa Beans – Experience the raw essence of chocolate by crushing and tasting whole cocoa beans.
Tasting Notes Sheet – Record your personal flavour discoveries.
What else you will need for the course: 
You will need access to a printer. 

There is a My Chocolate Journey worksheet you will need to print before starting the course, along with useful handouts you may wish to print for future reference.

We also recommend picking up a bar of your usual chocolate to compare flavors and craftsmanship.

Shipping Information: 
The cost of the experience includes £3.50 for post and packing. Tasting boxes are shipped via Royal Mail 48-hour service and will be dispatched within 36 hours of booking. If you need your tasting box sooner, please contact us prior to booking.

Start Your Fine Chocolate Journey Today!
Don't settle for just any chocolate—learn to appreciate the finest. 
Enrol now and begin your delicious adventure into the world of fine chocolate!


Kathryn Laverack

Creative Experiences

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of fine chocolate? Whether you're a chocolate lover or just starting your journey into the world of craft chocolate, this beginner-friendly course is your gateway to understanding, appreciating, and distinguishing finely crafted, fine-flavour chocolate from regular chocolate.



This self-paced, on-demand video course is designed to guide you through the fascinating journey of chocolate—from its origins to the art of tasting like a professional.








An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate: Micro-learning & Tasting Box (2 people)

General Admission

Later summer learning avoids the price increase on courses purchased before 31st October

Late Summer Learning Offer

An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate - Micro-learning
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of fine chocolate? 

Whether you're a chocolate lover or just starting your journey into the world of craft chocolate, this beginner-friendly course is your gateway to understanding, appreciating, and distinguishing fine chocolate from regular chocolate.

This self-paced, on-demand video course is designed to guide you through the fascinating world of chocolate—from its origins to the art of tasting like a professional.

What You'll Learn:
What is Fine Chocolate? – Learn what sets fine chocolate apart from mass-market brands and industrial premium chocolate brands. 
The Art of Sensorial Tasting – Develop your palate and learn to identify the complex flavors of fine chocolate. Two practical tasting exercises are included to help you. 
The Origins of Chocolate: From Tree to Bar – Explore where chocolate came from and how we fell in love with this “Food of the Gods”.
The Tree-to-Bean & Bean-to-Bar Processes – Gain an in-depth understanding of how cacao is grown and explore the role of fermentation, roasting and refining to appreciate the craftsmanship behind every bar.
Become a Bean Geek – Use the criteria of Taste, Transparency, and Craftsmanship to help you identify fine chocolate from fashionable chocolate.
Where to Buy Fine Chocolate - Do a bit of homework to find your local craft chocolate makers and the best sources of craft chocolate. 

Do I need chocolate for this course?
You do not need to buy chocolate to complete this course — it is knowledge-based and can be done without any investment in chocolate. However, you will be encouraged to find sources of craft chocolate as the course progresses. To fully benefit from the learning experience, it’s also suggested that you have some of your regular chocolate on hand for tasting and assessment.

There are two other practical tasting exercises:
For the first, all you need is a chewy sweet or a piece of dried fruit. 
For the second, the Melt-Not-Munch exercise (designed to be done with craft chocolate), you can simply watch until you are able to find craft chocolate to try it yourself.

Alternatively:

If you already have some craft chocolate you can use it for the Melt-Not-Munch exercise. 
Add a full tasting kit and take the full knowledge and tasting course - you can purchase the course with a tasting box here: Link to Tasting Box & Micro-learning:  Appreciation of Fine Chocolate Course. 

What else will I need for the course? 
You will need access to a printer. 
There is a My Chocolate Journey worksheet you will need to print before starting the course, along with useful handouts you may wish to print for future reference.

Why Take This Course?
Self-Paced & On-Demand – Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.
Engaging Video Lessons – High-quality content designed to immerse you in the world of craft chocolate.
No Experience Required – Perfect for beginners who want to elevate their chocolate knowledge.
Unlock a New Passion – Impress friends, enhance your tasting skills, and make informed choices when buying chocolate.
Expertly Crafted - Course designed and delivered by Kathryn Laverack, Fine Chocolate Educator and International Chocolate Judge.
Preparation for Further Learning - If you are considering taking the IICCT Certificates in Chocolate Tasting, this course gives you the foundation knowledge needed to get the best from your IICCT training. 

Start Your Fine Chocolate Journey Today!
Don't settle for just any chocolate—learn to appreciate the finest. 
Enrol now and begin your delicious adventure into the world of fine chocolate!




An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate: Micro-learning

Late summer learning offer on the Appreciation of Fine Chocolate Micro-learning Option

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Online Craft Chocolate Experience (Free UK Shipping)

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An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate: Micro-learning & Tasting Box (2 people)

By Kathryn Laverack

An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate: Micro-learning

By Kathryn Laverack

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