Amsterdam Chocolate Tasting

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Explore the world of cacao and Single Origin chocolates with Salomé Trip at Cacao & Spice, located in the heart of Amsterdam's historic city center. We have a background in the non-profit sector, my husband and I bring a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to ethical sourcing practices to our boutique chocolate shop.

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Cacao & Spice is located in a historical location, at the oldest canal of Amsterdam, in the neighborhood where the first cacao and spices arrived in the Netherlands.

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We offer more than just a chocolate tasting — we're storytellers. With a wealth of knowledge and a network of connections to cacao farmers and chocolatemakers around the globe, we delight in sharing the beautiful stories behind each chocolate. From the lush rainforests of Ecuador to the oldest national park of Africa in Congo, our Single Origin chocolates showcase the diverse terroir and craftsmanship of dedicated farmers and chocolate makers.

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During our chocolate tastings, you'll savor Award-winning chocolates carefully curated from the finest small-batch producers. Guided by our expertise, you'll discover the nuances of different tasing notes that make each origin truly unique. As you indulge your senses, we will tell you the stories of cacao, chocolate, and the connection of Amsterdam with cacao and spices.

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Featured in the Guardian

Recognized for our commitment to excellence, our virtual chocolate tasting experience has been honored as the top choice by The Guardian Newspaper. Join us for an enriching journey into the world of chocolate, where each bite tells a story of heritage, craftsmanship, and ethical stewardship.

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Single Origin Chocolate

At Cacao & Spice we exclusively work with chocolates made from beans sourced from a single region, every chocolate and every origin has it's own unique taste. Our commitment to biodiversity ensures that our cacao is cultivated in harmony with the environment, supporting sustainable practices and preserving the integrity of the land.

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Crafted by skilled chocolatemakers who share our values of quality and integrity, our chocolates reflect the passion and expertise of their makers. Through your tasting journey, you'll get to know these chocolatemakers and their passion

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Program Details

The chocolate tasting takes 1 hour. This is a private program, and can only be booked with a minimum of 8 people, or paying for 8.  We don't have public events, and don't have groups that can be joined by individuals.

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Our program is a nice combination of chocolate tasting, stories of the old harbor of Amsterdam, how it connects to cacao and spices, history of cacao, stories of Direct Trade chocolate etc.

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What?

We taste different Single Origin and award winning chocolates: from white to milk, dark chocolate, different origins and home made bonbons. 

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When?

Depending on our agenda, this program can be booked every day of the week. Contact us for availability.

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Minimum?

There is a minimum of booking for 8 people for this program, or paying for 8.

This is a private program. There is no max.

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For who?

Our chocolate tasting is mainly booked for corporate events, as a team outing, by universities, NGO's and as a private outing. ​

We've worked for companies like ING Bank, Booking.com, McKinsey, Google, Unilever, Philips, DHL, Amsterdam university etc.  

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Reviews

Read what others are saying about their experiences with us! Our customers' satisfaction is paramount to us, and we strive to meet and exceed expectations at every tasting or event.

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