How to Taste Chocolate
Set the Scene
Choose a quiet place, ideally a table with chairs. Have paper and pen handy. Use a small dish for placing the chocolate. Include a glass of water or plain crackers for palate cleansing between varietals.
Use Your Five Senses
Pick up the chocolate. Look at the color, shine, and texture. Snap it in two, listening to the sound as it breaks. Smell the chocolate. Note its unique aromas. Write down your observations.
Taste
Put the chocolate in your mouth and hold it there, allowing it to melt. Notice the taste as it developments in the different areas of your mouth. Document what you notice. Cleanse your palate, then repeat with the next varietal.