Chocolate Tastings in the UK: Our Top 10

1.York Cocoa Works Guided Tour and Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 168 reviews · 45 min · from $16Our pick

At York Cocoa Works, a small group of up to eight follows cocoa from bean to bar, watches chocolate being made, and samples several York-made chocolates. Guides such as Sam, Greg, Matthew, and Megan bring clear explanations and good humor to this 45-minute English-language tour.

“It was a lovely informative tour of the shop/factory Tasting the coca was a great experience Staff very welcoming would recommend for a short excursion”

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3.York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $22Top rated

Walk central York with a character guide such as Septimus or Detective Sherlumbo, spotting overlooked details from Davygate to the Shambles. You’ll hear stories of Dick Turpin and Guy Fawkes, visit a chocolate factory, taste York chocolate, and finish at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate.

“The tour guide, Septimus was very friendly and welcoming, he made everyone feel at ease straight away. He was very knowledgeable and informative with his facts and details. Pointing out things that we maybe wouldnt have even noticed if we were just walking about ourselves. He gave us ample opportunity for picture taking, and even let us take a picture with him at the end. ☺️👍 Overall, a great tour, glad I booked it, and I would highly recommend it to others! X”

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4.Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 90 reviews · 1h 15m · from $21

Follow a character guide such as Inspector Trinket, Sherlumbo, or Septimus Petch through York’s lanes, landmarks, and lesser-seen details. Hear fresh stories about Guy Fawkes and Dick Turpin, then enjoy a handmade York chocolate sample. The 75-minute English tour runs in all weather.

“Full of facts , fun and laughter Our guide was excellent”

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5.Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky and Chocolate Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Spend 90 minutes at Glengoyne Distillery near Glasgow with an English-speaking guide, possibly Alex, seeing each stage of production, visiting No. 1 Warehouse, and tasting White Oak, 18 Year Old, and 21 Year Old malts with handmade Highland Chocolatier truffles.

“We toured Glengoyne Distillery today with Alex as our guide. He was extremely knowledgeable and very entertaining. We highly recommended this tour to anyone who’s interested in the making and tasting of Scotch whiskey!”

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6.Luxury Whisky & Scottish Chocolate Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1 hour · from $87

At Johnnie Walker Princes Street, an English-speaking guide such as Rachel or Rory leads you through four whiskies, including Blue Label and King George V, paired with Iain Burnett truffles. Allow 60 minutes, arrive 15 minutes early, and dress smart casual.

“Rachel was the perfect host for tue tasting. I was visiting Scotland in my own and this was a great way for me to spend my waving safely learning about Scotland, taste some amazing Johnny Walker delights and engage with other people in the experience. Not to mention chocolate with Whiskey is delicious. A must do while in town. But ask for Rachel. No offense to the other hosts.”

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7.Brighton: Guided Chocolate Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $78

Join an English-speaking guide for a two-hour Brighton walk combining local landmarks with chocolate tastings. Visit popular shops and cafés, try truffles, doughnuts, and other sweet treats, then use tour discounts for more chocolate after the route.

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8.Dalwhinnie: Chocolate & Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 30 min · from $18

At Dalwhinnie Distillery in the Cairngorms National Park, an English-speaking host guides you through four Dalwhinnie single malts paired with Highland Chocolatier chocolates. The 30-minute tasting suits beginners and whisky fans, but it does not include the distillery or warehouse tour.

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9.Tequila Tasting, with Chocolate & Cocktails Pairing Night

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $67

Meet at Melt Chocolates in Notting Hill at 5:30 pm for a guided tasting of luxury chocolate and tequila, followed by three tequila-based cocktails: Pisco Passion, Margarita, and Aztec Revenge. You will also make a chocolate block and leave with a goodie bag.

“Fantastic experience. So much fun and very well organised. Our host was amazing. The cocktails were so good and it was great making our own block of chocolate.”

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10.Chocolate Tasting tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $67

Join a small group of up to six for a three-hour chocolate walk through London. Guide Paul, a former cocoa and coffee trader, explains chocolate making while you sample Charbonnel Et Walker, Prestat, Paul A Young, and Rococo.

“Paul was an excellent guide. He is very knowledgeable about the whole chocolate process and the chocolate companies’s products. He waited so everyone could hear him and didn’t leave anyone out. The 3 stores we went to had excellent products, samples and of course we bought, bought and bought! Loved the tour.”

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