Lima ChocoMuseo: Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop & Tastings

Summary

Make chocolate from scratch in Lima’s Miraflores with local tips

You’ll taste real Peruvian cocoa drinks, crack open beans yourself, and shape your own chocolates in Lima’s Miraflores neighborhood. With friendly local guidance and plenty of hands-on moments, you’ll leave with both your handmade sweets and a few stories to tell — plus that lingering smell of roasted cacao on your fingers.

What’s the experience like?

“Try this one — it’s like drinking history,” our guide grinned, sliding over a tiny cup of warm, spiced chocolate at the ChocoMuseo in Lima’s Miraflores district. I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect the first sip to taste so earthy and a little smoky — almost like the scent of the wooden tables we were working on. The place was busy but not chaotic; you could hear laughter from another group messing up their cocoa grinding (we’d do the same soon enough).

We started by cracking open cocoa beans, which is a lot messier than I thought. Our instructor, Carla, explained why Peruvian cacao is such a big deal — she even let us smell two types side by side. One was fruity and sharp; the other smelled kind of nutty. I kept mixing up which was which and Carla just laughed. She had this way of making everyone relax, even when my chocolate paste looked more like mud than anything edible.

The whole workshop lasted about two hours but it didn’t feel rushed. We roasted beans, ground them by hand (my arms are still sore), and then made our own chocolates with whatever fillings we wanted. Mine came out a bit lumpy but I was weirdly proud anyway. There was this moment when everyone went quiet while pouring chocolate into molds — just focused and happy, you know? You get to take home about 130g of your own creations after they set for a bit (it takes around 45 minutes), so maybe plan for coffee nearby while you wait.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Chocolate workshop at ChocoMuseo

• Arrive at ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
• Learn cocoa history and Peru's chocolate
• Participate in hands-on chocolate making
• Complete chocolate from bean to bar

Top questions

How long does the ChocoMuseo Lima chocolate workshop last?

The workshop lasts about 2 hours at the ChocoMuseo in Lima.

Do I get to take home the chocolates I make?

Yes, you can take home around 130g of your handmade chocolates after the workshop.

Is the workshop suitable for children or people with limited mobility?

Yes, it’s wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels; infants and strollers are welcome too.

Are drinks included during the workshop?

You’ll get to taste different chocolate drinks as part of the experience.

Where is the bean-to-bar workshop held in Lima?

The class takes place at ChocoMuseo in Lima’s Miraflores district.

What do I need to bring for the chocolate-making class?

No need to bring anything; all materials are provided for you during the workshop.

Can I leave right after making my chocolates?

You’ll need to wait about 45 minutes after finishing for your chocolates to set before taking them home.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes hands-on instruction at ChocoMuseo in Miraflores, tastings of traditional chocolate drinks, all materials needed for making your own bean-to-bar chocolates, and about 130 grams of your finished creations to take home once they’ve cooled — no extra supplies or prep required on your end.