Chocolate tasting experience | Haywards Heath Humanists

Our committee member David Sexton will teach us how the cacao beans reflect the terroir, climate, and soil of where they are grown—much like fine wine or specialty coffee. We’ll cover the 5-step tasting technique, explore the fascinating science of cacao fermentation, and discuss ethical craft bean-to-bar sourcing.

 

David will guide us through a tasting of premium single-origin chocolates from distinct regions, including:

This will be a social event as we continue to get used to our new venue and prepare for a return to hosting expert speakers. The event is free to attend. But if you are able, we ask you to consider a £10 or more donation to help us put on future events.

 

Whether you’re a lifelong chocoholic or just curious about flavor complexity, come share a table, clear your palate, and join the conversation. 

 

Welcome to Haywards Heath Humanists

 

If you’re a humanist, humanist-curious, or humanist-friendly, you’re very welcome at our events. We’re sure you’ll learn something interesting and meet some cool people. Our inclusive local group brings non-religious people together to be happier and more fulfilled and to be a force for good in our community. If you have any ideas for making Haywards Heath Humanists more welcoming and effective, we’d love to hear from you. Check out our previous event reports to learn more.

 

About the venue

 

We are meeting in The Muster Room at the Yews Community Centre in Haywards Heath. The room is on the ground floor and fully accessible. The venue is 11 minutes walk from Haywards Heath Station, and within 5 minutes walk of The Broadway and Muster Green bus stops. There are 10 on site parking spots and several nearby carparks.

 

If you have any questions about finding the venue, accessibility, or how we can make your attendance more comfortable, please get in touch.

 

This event is free. If you are able, please consider a £5 or £10 donation to help keep our humanist community going.