Top Tips To Taste Chocolate Better

Domenico D'Amor, a chocolate expert at one of the most famous chocolate manufacturers in the world, reveals top tips to taste chocolate better.

He starts with a common mistake with chocolate.

"Never put your chocolate in the fridge," he said.

Storing precious chocolate in the fridge is a big mistake as it impairs the flavor. If you have already made this mistake, best to take the chocolate out of the fridge and allow them to warm through to room temperature for at least half an hour before eating.

"Don’t rely on descriptions to choose your chocolate," is his next tip.

"It’s better to read the descriptions after you have tasted the chocolate, not before. The surprise of flavors will make you think more about each bite and what you are tasting – you’ll get so much more out of the experience, and may even discover a new flavor you like," he added.

And finally, Domenico's last but definitely the most difficult one to follow: "eat one piece at a time."

While it may be tempting to finish a whole block in one sitting, the chocolate will be more enjoyable one piece at a time according to the expert.

"Take a small piece and let it melt in the mouth for five to six seconds - wait for it to spread around the mouth, and then chew. Keep the mouth closed and breathe in through your nose – this empowers all of the senses for the most enjoyment," he said.