Thursday, December 4th (5:30-6:30pm) | $60 per person
Celebrate the season with a one-night, guided wine and chocolate pairing at Mānoa Chocolate & Wine Bar. Four wines, four chocolate pairings, and a Master Sommelier’s commentary make this a festive, compact evening ideal for holiday groups or a refined date night.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Low physical demand; suitable for most adults who can stand or sit for an hour.
Wildlife
History
This special edition Sip & Pair is presented in collaboration with Master Sommelier Roberto Viernes and highlights Mānoa Chocolate as a local culinary venue in Kailua.
Conservation
Support local producers by choosing in-house chocolate and minimizing single-use waste; dispose of tasting waste in provided receptacles to keep the storefront area clean.
Manoa Chocolate Hawaii
Thursday, December 4th (5:30-6:30pm) | $60 per person
Manoa Chocolate Hawaii is a tree-to-bar chocolate maker and tasting venue based in Kailua, Hawaiʻi. Founded to celebrate Hawaiian cacao, the company operates America’s largest tree-to-bar factory on Oʻahu and offers public tours, tastings, and educational experiences. Visitors can join guided factory tours to see the full bean-to-bar process, from roasting and fermenting to conching and packaging, and sample chocolates produced from Hawaiʻi-grown cacao and sourced beans from around the world.
At the Mānoa Chocolate & Wine Bar, guests will find curated tasting flights, a cacao tea service, and a "Sip & Pair" wine and chocolate experience that pairs four wine pours with handcrafted chocolates and a charcuterie board. Specialized experiences include an in-depth chocolate education led by Chocolate Sommeliers and a Japanese-language tour and tasting that highlights local and international chocolates.
Mānoa Chocolate emphasizes ethical cacao practices and transparency in sourcing, supporting Hawaiian cacao farming and craft chocolate production. The factory tour highlights local cacao farming methods and the company’s bean-to-bar production within Kailua. Experiences are suitable for couples, families, and small groups seeking a hands-on look at chocolate production and tasting.
Bookings and schedule details are available through the company’s visitor information channels. Mānoa Chocolate provides a mix of sensory tasting, educational insight, and direct access to artisan chocolate products, making it a notable destination for chocolate enthusiasts visiting Hawaiʻi. Some experiences let guests taste fresh cacao fruit juice and explore the roasting room. The Mānoa Wine Bar team curates pairing menus for date nights and group outings.
Location
Kailua, Hawaiʻi
Factory tasting destination
Factory
America's largest tree-to-bar
Full bean-to-bar production
Tours Offered
4 experiences
Guided tastings and tours
Wine Pairings
Sip & Pair available
Curated wine and chocolate flights
Reserve limited spots for factory tours, tastings, and Sip & Pair sessions — experience authentic bean-to-bar chocolate in Hawaiʻi.
Bring ID
This event is 21+; bring government-issued photo ID to check in quickly.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early to find street parking or a nearby spot and settle in before tastings begin.
Pace Your Palate
Sip water between pours and eat the provided charcuterie bites to keep flavors distinct through all four wines.
Ask Questions
The sommelier encourages interaction—ask about structure, acidity, and pairing logic to learn techniques you can reuse.
Government ID
Required for entry to confirm 21+ age limit.
Light Jacket
Restaurants and wine bars can run cool in the evening; a light layer keeps you comfortable.
Notebook & Pen
Jot tasting notes and pairing ideas you want to remember.
Reusable Bag
Useful if you buy chocolate bars or small bottles to take home.