Bean to Bar Chocolate Making Class with Raaka Chocolate in Brooklyn
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3.5–4 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical fitness required; standing and moderate hand dexterity needed.
Overview
Get hands-on with chocolate at Raaka Chocolate in Brooklyn. Learn how single-origin cacao beans transform into dark chocolate bars and take home your own creations plus expert skills.
Bean to Bar Chocolate Making Class
3.5 - 4 Hours • Ages 14+
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About This Adventure
Dive into the art of chocolate making in this hands-on bean-to-bar class! Select single-origin cacao beans and learn the entire process from cracking to pouring. Enjoy a guided tasting and leave with your own mini dark chocolates, along with unforgettable memories and skills to replicate at home.
Duration
3.5 - 4 Hours
About
Get down to the “nibby” gritty in our immersive bean-to-bar dark chocolate making class. You’ll start from scratch by selecting the single-origin cacao beans you want to use, and then crack and winnow, refine, temper, pour, and then voila chocolate bars! This class is based on our unique process of making chocolate here at the factory, on a small scale that you can replicate at home with the skills you will learn in class. This class also includes a guided tasting of the chocolate we make here at Raaka.
This class is VERY hands-on and extensive. You’ll go home with a bag of your own mini dark chocolates, an understanding of cacao sourcing, flavors, and bean-to-bar chocolate making, not to mention happy, chocolate-y memories!
NOTE:
Due to the structure of the class, chocolate making happens in groups of 2. If you’re flying solo, you may be paired up with another solo class participant for the class.
Adventure Tips
Book Early
Class sizes are small and fill quickly, so reserve your spot well in advance to avoid missing out.
Arrive on Time
The workshop follows a precise schedule; late arrivals may miss key portions of the process.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
You’ll be standing and working with chocolate for several hours, so dress comfortably and wear shoes you don’t mind getting a little messy.
Allergy Notice
This class involves direct contact with cacao and chocolate products; please inform instructors of any allergies beforehand.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Peregrine falcons nesting on Brooklyn Bridge
- Seasonal migratory songbirds in urban green spaces
History
Raaka Chocolate embraces Brooklyn’s industrial legacy by maintaining small-batch handmade chocolate production within the historic Red Hook area.
Conservation
Raaka is committed to sustainable sourcing and transparent bean-to-bar production to reduce environmental impact and support fair cacao farming.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Shoes
You'll be standing and moving around the workspace for several hours.
Apron (Provided or Personal)
Protect your clothing from chocolate stains during the hands-on process.
Notebook and Pen
Jot down tips and techniques to recreate the process at home.
Reusable Bag
Carry your homemade chocolates safely after class.