Coffee & Chocolate Pairing with Raaka Chocolate in Brooklyn
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for anyone age 12 and up.
Overview
Dive into Brooklyn’s vibrant taste scene with Raaka Chocolate’s Coffee Cupping & Chocolate Pairing Class. An hour of rich flavors and sensory discovery awaits.
Coffee Cupping & Chocolate Pairing Class Feat. Local Coffee Roasters
1 Hour • Ages 12+
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About This Adventure
Kick off your weekend with an hour of indulgence, exploring the rich flavors of locally roasted coffees and exquisite dark chocolates. Engage in a sensory journey through coffee cupping, learn about flavor profiles, and savor fresh bagels with vegan cream cheese, making this experience both delicious and educational.
Duration
1 Hour
About
Start your weekend off with a deliciously stimulating hour of chocolate, coffee, and conversation. Together we'll taste 3 different locally roasted single-origin coffees, paired along with our single-origin dark chocolates. You'll learn how to do a side-by-side coffee cupping, how to maximize the sensory experience of chocolate and coffee, all about key flavor profiles of chocolate, and how to interpret aromas, textures and flavors. Coffee and chocolate will be enjoyed alongside fresh locally made bagels and vegan cream cheese.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early to Settle In
Give yourself a few minutes before the class to adjust to the space and clear your palate for tasting.
Bring a Notebook
Take notes on flavor profiles and pairing tips to enhance your tasting skills beyond the class.
Notify of Allergies
Inform the hosts ahead of time if you have any dietary restrictions, as bagels and cream cheese are served.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
The class is indoors and relaxed, so dress comfortably but be ready to engage those senses.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Peregrine falcons nesting on nearby buildings
- Urban-adapted peregrines and city birds around the pier areas
History
Red Hook was once a bustling shipping hub, and its warehouses now house artist studios and specialty food producers like Raaka.
Conservation
Raaka Chocolate emphasizes transparency and sustainable practices, supporting organic cacao farming and minimizing environmental impact.
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Recommended Gear
Notebook and Pen
To jot down tasting notes and flavor observations.
Water Bottle
Helpful for palate cleansing between tastings.
Layered Clothing
Useful for adjusting to indoor temperatures and outdoor weather.
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Allergy Medications
Recommended if you have sensitivities to nuts, dairy substitutes, or gluten.