An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate: A Beginner-Friendly Video Course
Whether you’re starting your bean-to-bar chocolate journey or looking to deepen your knowledge of craft chocolate, we recommend An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate—a self-paced, beginner-friendly video course that opens the door to the fascinating world of fine and craft chocolate.
In this course, you’ll explore the origins of chocolate, from tree to bar, and learn what distinguishes fine chocolate from mass-market or industrial brands. Through engaging lessons and practical tasting exercises, you’ll develop your chocolate palate, master the art of sensorial tasting, and gain a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship behind every chocolate bar.
Led by Kathryn Laverack, Fine Chocolate Educator and International Chocolate Judge, this course requires no prior experience and can be completed at your own pace, with printable worksheets, guided tastings, and expert insights.
What You’ll Learn:
1. What is Fine Chocolate?
Understand what makes chocolate “fine” and how it differs from mass-market chocolate and industrial premium chocolate brands.
2. The Art of Sensorial Tasting
Develop your palate and learn to identify the complex flavors of fine chocolate. Includes two practical tasting exercises for hands-on learning.
3. The Origins of Chocolate: From Tree to Bar
Explore the history and origin of chocolate and discover why it has been celebrated as the “Food of the Gods.”
4. The Tree-to-Bean & Bean-to-Bar Processes
Gain in-depth knowledge of cacao cultivation and the fermentation, roasting, and refining processes that make fine chocolate exceptional.
5. Become a Bean Geek
Learn to evaluate chocolate using Taste, Transparency, and Craftsmanship to identify authentic fine chocolate versus trendy or mass-produced brands.
6. Where to Buy Fine Chocolate
Discover tips for finding local craft chocolate makers and the best sources of high-quality chocolate.
Whether you’re a chocolate enthusiast or a beginner, this course will help you develop a new appreciation for the artistry and flavors of fine chocolate.An Appreciation of Fine Chocolate
