Spend 45 minutes pairing four premium rums with four handcrafted Costa Rican chocolates in a cozy, folk-art setting in Puerto Viejo. Learn tasting technique, local history, and the stories behind each sip and bite.
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The tasting room smells of toasted cacao and warm molasses; a small group gathers at a hand-carved table while the Caribbean surf murmurs a few blocks away.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; suitable for most fitness levels as an indoor tasting.
Wildlife
History
Puerto Viejo’s culture reflects strong Afro-Caribbean roots and a long history of cacao cultivation; rum arrived via coastal trade and local distillation traditions.
Conservation
Support vendors who source cacao and spirits responsibly; minimize single-use waste and ask about ethical sourcing to encourage sustainable local practices.
Reserve your spot on the Rum and Chocolate Pairing Experience in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Sip, then cleanse
Between tastings sip water or a neutral cracker to reset your palate so each pairing reads clearly.
Declare allergies in advance
Inform your host of nut, dairy, or gluten allergies—chocolates may contain inclusions or traces.
Bring ID
This tasting includes alcoholic samples (½ oz each); bring government ID if you look under 30.
Time your visit
Slots are short and intimate—arrive on time to get the full 45-minute guided experience.
Government-issued ID
Required to taste alcoholic samples if requested by the host.
Reusable water bottle
Helps cleanse the palate and stay hydrated between samples.
Light rain jacket
Puerto Viejo can have sudden showers during the wet season—useful if you plan to walk to nearby beaches before or after the tasting.
summer
Small notebook and pen
Useful for jotting tasting notes or recommendations from your host.