Spend 90 minutes at The Gin Bar (444 Abbeydale Rd) learning how Bullion Chocolate Factory’s bean-to-bar bars pair with three small-producer wines and a Locksley Distillery cocktail. A focused, approachable tasting that teaches pairing technique as much as it delights the palate.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; suitable for most adults who can stand or sit for an hour.
Wildlife
History
Part of the Nether Edge Festival, this event highlights Sheffield’s growing craft-food scene and Bullion Chocolate Factory’s bean-to-bar approach to chocolate making.
Conservation
Bullion and the small-producer wines emphasize traceability and ethical sourcing; prefer businesses that reduce packaging and prioritize local supply chains.
Bullion Chocolate
Bullion Chocolate is a craft chocolate maker and visitor destination based in Kelham Island, Sheffield. The business runs Bean-to-Bar factory tours at its Kelham Island factory, offering guided insights into cacao sourcing, roasting and conching. Guests join expert guides on a Chocolate Factory Tour to learn the art of chocolate-making, taste exceptional and award-winning chocolate, and enjoy a complimentary hot beverage at the on-site café.
Hands-on experiences include a Chocolate Making Workshop and Truffle Making Workshops. The Truffle Making Workshops run as a 1.5-hour hands-on session where participants learn the Bean-to-Bar method, taste award-winning chocolate, and create six unique flavoured truffles with expert guidance, plus a complimentary drink. The Chocolate Making Workshop offers practical instruction in crafting chocolate products on site.
Family-friendly options include a Parent & Child Chocolate Making Workshop designed for children aged 5–12. In this session, participants taste three chocolate varieties, learn simple bean-to-bar techniques, and decorate a chocolate coin — a creative, shared activity for parents and children.
Bullion Chocolate emphasises transparent production and visitor education. Tours and workshops take place at the Kelham Island factory, giving guests direct access to production areas and trained staff. The combination of guided tasting, practical chocolate-making instruction, and café hospitality makes Bullion Chocolate a trusted Sheffield destination for chocolate lovers, families, and groups seeking an immersive, educational food experience. Visitors also sample chocolate during tours and workshops, receiving step-by-step guidance from trained staff who explain Bean-to-Bar production, flavour profiles, and responsible sourcing at the Kelham Island factory onsite.
Location
Sheffield, England
Based in Kelham Island
Bean-to-Bar
On-site tours
Discover production firsthand
Family Friendly
Ages 5–12
Parent & Child workshop ages
Café Included
Complimentary drink
Hot beverage with listed experiences
Reserve a Chocolate Factory Tour, Truffle Making Workshop, Chocolate Making Workshop, or Parent & Child session at the Kelham Island factory today.
Book ahead
Festival nights fill quickly; reserve your spot to guarantee a seat at this 20-person tasting.
Arrive early
Get there 10–15 minutes early to settle in, pick a seat and read any tasting notes before the pours begin.
Note allergens
Event is suitable for vegetarians but contains lactose—ask staff about substitutions if you have dairy intolerance.
Take notes
Bring a small notebook or use your phone to capture recommended bars and wines to seek out after the event.
Valid ID
Required for alcohol service—bring government-issued identification.
Notebook & pen
Useful for jotting tasting notes, bottle and bar recommendations.
Comfortable shoes
Event is informal with limited standing; comfortable footwear helps if you explore Nether Edge afterward.
Reusable tote or small bag
Handy for carrying any bottles or chocolate bars you buy after the tasting.