Craft Your Chocolate
Experience the art of chocolate making in Medellín, Colombia. Become a cacao artisan for a day!
Colombian Cacao Experience
Experience artisanal chocolate making in Medellín, Colombia today!
Introduction & Cacao History
From sacred bean to Colombian pride
We’ll start with a short and fun talk about the history of cacao, from its ancient use in indigenous rituals to its role in Colombia today. You'll learn how cacao grows, why Colombian cacao is special, and how it connects with our culture and land.
Roasting the Beans
Roast like our abuelas used to do
Next, we’ll roast raw cacao beans using a traditional pan over fire. You’ll see how the beans change color, release their rich aromas, and begin their transformation into chocolate. This part smells amazing and sets the mood for hands-on fun.
Hands-on cacao like a local
After roasting, you’ll peel the cacao beans manually, it’s a mindful, calming process. Then, using a stone or hand grinder, you’ll grind them into a rich paste. It’s how it’s been done for generations and connects you directly to the process.
Peeling & Grinding by Hand
Personalize your chocolate creation
Now it’s your turn to create! We’ll guide you to make your own artisanal chocolate bar using the paste you ground. Choose toppings like sea salt, dried fruits, coffee etc. Pour it into a mold and let it cool; it’s yours to take home!
Making Your Own Chocolate Bar
Sip, taste, and connect
We’ll finish with a mocktail cacao drink. While we sip, we’ll talk about modern cacao farming, sustainability, and the lives of Colombian cacao growers. Ask questions, share impressions, and relax. this is your moment to connect.
Tasting & Cacao Conversation
Creating my own chocolate was an unforgettable experience! The staff guided us through every step, making it fun and educational. Highly recommend this unique adventure!
Sofia R.
★★★★★