easy
45 minutes to 1 hour
No physical exertion required; suitable for all fitness levels
Explore the rich flavors of artisan chocolate in the heart of Chantilly, Virginia with a private tasting flight that blends craftsmanship, ethics, and indulgence. Discover why RiverSea Chocolates offers a standout experience for food lovers visiting the region.
$100 Private Tasting l 60 Minutes l Great for Dates or Groups!
1 - 4 People: $100 5+ People: $25pp
1 Hour
Enjoy a guided chocolate adventure and course in chocolate tasting just for you. Explore the world of craft chocolate and get to try a selection of chocolates made here at River-Sea! One of our Chocolate Jedi Knights will guide you through the tasting notes of five bars made at our factory. This flight includes five pieces of chocolates per person. Then you'll get walked to the production room, where you can see the different machines and learn about what each one does to make delicious small-batch bean-to-bar chocolate!
Chocolate substitutions allowed in the case of allergies or dietary restrictions.
Palate cleansers are included in this experience. We recommend ages 14+ for this experience.
"We really enjoyed the tour and learned more about not only what goes into the process of making chocolate, but also the sustainable process. The tasting was very well choreographed. It reminded us of some high-quality bourbon tastings. We learned how to savor the taste, and how different types of chocolate are made. Highly recommended!" - Paulette F.
"We had an awesome time during the chocolate tasting at River-Sea. Our tour guide, Eli, was absolutely amazing and extremely knowledgeable. Eli kept us entertained the entire time as we learned in great detail about the chocolate making process. My wife and I tasted numerous dark, milk, and white chocolates and truly appreciated learning how to do a proper chocolate tasting. The chocolate itself was made of very few ingredients, yet everything was very tasty - much better than the large brands. My wife and I really did not know what to expect but we were extremely impressed by the tour. We highly recommend it!" - Umber A.
Our place is wheelchair accessible and we can work with any group to tailor an experience as needed.
Let us know if anyone in your group has food allergies, specifically to:
Private tastings have limited availability; secure your spot early to guarantee your preferred date and time.
Engage with the chocolatier during your tasting to learn about bean origins and production techniques.
Consider bringing or requesting local wine pairings to enhance flavor contrasts during your chocolate flight.
Chocolates are best enjoyed at room temperature; avoid storing your samples in overly warm places after tasting.
Chantilly played a strategic role during the Civil War and maintains several historic sites reflecting its past.
RiverSea Chocolates emphasizes ethical sourcing and sustainable cacao farming practices to support environmental and community health.
Useful for jotting down flavor notes and tasting impressions during the flight.
Dress comfortably to fully enjoy the relaxed and intimate atmosphere.
Bring a small container if you want to save leftover chocolates to take home.
Helpful in summer months to keep chocolates cool during transport.
summer specific