Visit of a real Bean-to-Bar chocolate factory in Brussels
ID: GYG1321941-2019026
Category:
Country: Belgium
Duration:
20 min.
Description
Discover the art of chocolate-making at a certified bean-to-bar factory in Brussels. Learn about the origins of cacao, meet an authentic chocolate maker, and taste chocolate at different stages.
Step inside a genuine and government certified bean-to-bar chocolate factory in the heart of Brussels and discover how real chocolate is crafted from scratch. Follow every step of the chocolate-making process, from cocoa bean selection and sorting to crafting the final chocolate.
Learn about the origins of cacao from Colombia to the Philippines, roast the beans, make cocoa nibs, and transform cocoa into cocoa liquor. Meet one of Brussels rare authentic chocolate makers and discover the passion behind true artisanal chocolate.
During the visit, taste some products at different stages of production, including cocoa beans, cacao mucilage, cocoa nibs or even sometimes the cocoa liquor (if you are lucky to be there when the chocolate maker is making it).
Highlights
- Savor the rich flavors of chocolate at different stages of production
- Discover the passion behind true artisanal chocolate in Brussels
- Meet one of Brussels rare authentic chocolate makers
- Learn about the origins of cacao from Colombia to the Philippines
- Get informed about every step of the chocolate-making process from bean to bar
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- 20-minute visit
- cocoa bean selection and sorting
- discovery of cacao origins
- tasting of several chocolates
- tasting of cocoa nibs and beans
- tasting products at different stages of production
NOT INCLUDED
- No chocolate making (Please book for our chocolate class if you prefer)
- No tasting of final products
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.