Make your own chocolate in Medellin
The Chocolate Experience is a hands-on chocolate-making workshop in Medellin, Colombia. In 3.5 hours you roast cacao over fire, grind it on a traditional molino, and craft your own chocolate bar from bean to bar. We run it every day at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM in the Laureles neighbourhood, and it costs 45 USD per person.
We are the only dedicated chocolate experience of its kind in Medellin, rated 5.0 on Tripadvisor and proudly ranked number 1 in Classes and Workshops in the city. The workshop is perfect for couples, families and solo travellers, and you need no experience at all.
Curious about the full story? Visit our experience page.
Frequently asked questions
What is included?
Your booking covers all workshop materials (apron, utensils, moulds), a tasting of four to five cacao-based drinks and bites, the chocolate bar you make and take home, and photography help from our team. We guide the experience in English and Spanish.
Where does it take place?
It takes place at our Cacao House, CRA 80B #35A-28, in the Laureles neighbourhood of Medellin.
How long is the chocolate experience?
The chocolate experience takes around 3.5 hours from start to finish.
Do I need any experience to join?
No, you need no experience at all. The chocolate experience is made for complete beginners, and our team guides you step by step through every part of the process.
How much does it cost?
The chocolate experience costs 45 USD per person when you book directly through this website.
Is the chocolate experience suitable for families with children?
Yes, families are very welcome. The workshop is hands-on, relaxed and safe, and children enjoy roasting cacao and making their own chocolate bar alongside the adults.
We had such an amazing time with the Colombian Cacao Experience! The tour took us through the entire process, from cacao pod to finished chocolate bar, and the best part was that we got to do everything ourselves.
Mike
★★★★★