Thanks to this digital course, you'll finally learn how to taste chocolate and nurture your expertise in recognizing the quality of chocolate, if not detecting any defects.
Every stage in the process - from raw material to product - has an influence on the taste of chocolate. Understanding the process will enable you to appreciate the aromatic diversity of chocolate: fruity with notes of red fruit, fruity with notes of mirabelle plum, or vegetal with floral or woody notes, spicy with notes of cinnamon...
This course is an essential tool for mastering the tasting method and understanding the descriptive and sensory vocabulary needed to describe your impressions and talk about chocolate like a connoisseur.
Chocology Course & Masterclass
How I created th Chocology Academy?
Duration: 10h free time, 100% online
Materials: Tasting box included in the course. For destinations outside the European Union, delivery charges for the tasting box will be billed at actual cost.
Invitation to a digital Masterclass at the end of the course
| INTRODUCTION | |
| PART 1 | BOTANY |
| PART 2 | COCOA PROCESSING AND CHOCOLATE MAKING |
| PART 3 | DEFINING CHOCOLATE |
| PART 4 | THE ART OF TASTING |
What are the course objectives?
Discover the botany of the cocoa tree through the study of the tree, the flower and the fruit.
Understand the notion of terroir and the implications of different factors in the construction of chocolate aromas.
Understand the influence of harvesting, fruit sorting and bean selection on cocoa quality.
Discover all the secrets of the post-harvest stages, such as fermentation and drying.
Gain a clear understanding of the world of cocoa and chocolate, its players and how it works.
Learn step-by-step how cocoa is processed and how chocolate and related products are made.
Study the art of sensory tasting with the 5-senses stimulation method developed by Victoire Finaz, the Chocologue
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Why should I take this training course?
Gain expertise in cocoa and chocolate & Know how to select your cocoa or couverture chocolate for your sweet creations.
Reinvent your chocolate offer to your customers & Develop your range of chocolate bonbons.
Understand the world of cocoa and better position yourself in the chocolate market.
Acquire a vocabulary to describe chocolate with nuance, and ultimately, sell it better.
Know how to conduct a tasting, provide an in-depth analysis, read a sensory profile of a chocolate and adopt a critical eye & Master the art of sensory tasting.
What will I have access to?
The video content, shot by a professional videographer, complements the course and is deliberately short enough for you to consume endlessly. They will help you to better understand and assimilate the information you will be given. You can watch and rewatch the videos at your own pace and as many times as you like! The videos are also entertaining, with practical tasting exercises.
The course is structured around complementary modules that will give you the keys to understanding the origins of chocolate aroma construction and learning to read the aromatic melodies of chocolate! High-quality chocolate is the result of a chain of factors, and only by mastering the art of sensory tasting can you discover the aromatic complexity of a chocolate!
The quizzes allow you to take stock of your learning: reinforce your knowledge by answering the questions at the end of each chapter, and assess your level! The quizzes are really designed to deepen your knowledge, and also to pinpoint any gaps in your knowledge. Questions are the key to your progress!
What's included in the course?
The package will be made up of cards that will be useful for your course. A selection of products will be at your disposal: raw materials, samples of different types of chocolate and different chocolate origins to offer a varied tasting experience. You can discover and taste the contents as you go along.
The tasting box contains a selection of chocolates which you can use to follow your Masterclass Formation at the end of your training. In fact, once you've completed your training, passed the final exam and earned the precious certificate, you'll have access to a link to register for one of our Masterclass Formation digital masterclasses! This will be your opportunity to share a moment of exchange and tasting with Victoire Finaz and other learners.
Which resources will be available ?
The course takes place on a dedicated digital platform where learners will have access to teaching resources. These resources include theoretical lectures, diagrams, media content, demonstrations and practical tasting exercises. In addition to the online courses, learners will be able to access complementary resources such as articles, e-books, reports, etc., to deepen their understanding of the subjects covered.
The course is structured around complementary modules that will give you the keys to understanding the origins of chocolate aroma construction and learning to read the aromatic melodies of chocolate! High-quality chocolate is the result of a chain of factors, and only by mastering the art of sensory tasting can you discover the aromatic complexity of a chocolate!
The Chocology Course Certificate is awarded by the Chocology and Taste Academy, subject to successful completion of the final exam.
Frequently asked questions
The Chocology course is designed for all levels, from beginners to experienced chocolate lovers.
No prerequisites are required to take this course!
As this course is online, you'll need your own computer and a good Internet connection. Don't hesitate to bring a notebook to take notes, as writing can help you assimilate better. I'd also advise you to bring a glass of still water at room temperature or slightly lukewarm for the tastings.
The estimated duration of the training is 10 hours. However, you have unlimited time to complete your training.
You can pay by credit card or bank transfer. Payments on the site are secure. We do not accept checks.
You can write to the e-mail address [email protected]. Or directly from your personal space, by expanding the drop-down menu and clicking on “Help”. An e-mail page will open automatically, allowing you to make written requests as you progress through the course.
