Food & Drink: Wine & Chocolate Tasting at Raaka Chocolate
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required
Overview
Discover the rich world of chocolate and wine pairing at Raaka Chocolate in Brooklyn. Join a tasting class that combines craftsmanship, flavor insights, and a fun, sensory experience.
Wine & Chocolate Tasting Class
An immersive tasting experience of curated wine & chocolate pairings
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About This Adventure
Experience a sensory journey in our Wine & Chocolate Pairing Class, where you'll explore the unique flavors of single-origin chocolates and their cacao origins. Taste cacao fruit pulp, savor expertly paired wines, and learn professional tasting techniques, all while enjoying light snacks and engaging worksheets to enhance your culinary adventure.
Our Wine & Chocolate Pairing Class is an immersive delight of the senses. This experience involves an introductory background to our company, what makes our single-origin unroasted chocolate unique ,and cacao origins. Participants will get to taste cacao fruit pulp and compare different cacao bean origins, setting the tone to dive into our wine and chocolate tasting. Participants will learn all about tasting chocolate like a pro as well as interpreting flavor notes of single-origin chocolate. In this tasting we highlight 4 different single-origin dark chocolates and a hand crafted chocolate truffle. Each chocolate is paired with one of 4 different wines that will be enjoyed during class. We have accompanying worksheets and tasting wheels to enrich the experience as we explore the world of tasting and pairing together. Light snacks will be provided during the class.
Adventure Tips
Arrive early
Get settled before the class begins to fully enjoy the sensory journey.
Taste with awareness
Use the tasting techniques learned to identify subtle flavor notes.
Bring a notebook
Jot down favorite flavors and pairing ideas for future reference.
Pair thoughtfully
Experiment with pairing chocolates and wines outside of class for enhanced enjoyment.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban birds like sparrows and pigeons
- Occasional squirrels in local parks
History
Raaka Chocolate was founded in Brooklyn in 2005 and is known for its commitment to transparency and craft chocolate making.
Conservation
The business emphasizes sustainable sourcing and supports fair trade practices, helping to promote environmentally responsible cocoa farming.
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Recommended Gear
Notebook and pen
Capture tasting notes and flavor impressions during the session.
Comfortable clothing
Wear something casual and comfortable suitable for an indoor classroom setting.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while tasting different chocolates and wines.
Appetite for discovery
Bring your curiosity and enthusiasm to enhance the experience.