Birmingham Chocolate and Coffee Trail

Discover Birmingham's artisan chocolate and specialty coffee scene through visits to independent shops and roasters. Learn about bean-to-bar chocolate making and single-origin coffee roasting while sampling products from local craftspeople. This walking tour covers Birmingham's city centre, visiting 4-5 venues including established chocolatiers and third-wave coffee shops. Perfect for understanding how Birmingham's industrial heritage influenced its modern artisan food movement. Best for sweet tooths and caffeine addicts. This is a easy activity lasting 2 hours. Group size: max 10. You meet at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. Key highlights: Visit 4-5 independent chocolatiers and coffee roasters, Learn bean-to-bar chocolate and coffee roasting processes, Sample handmade truffles and single-origin coffees.

Price: £25

Duration: 2 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: max 10

Minimum age: all ages

Best for: sweet tooths and caffeine addicts

Best time: Afternoon when coffee shops are at peak operation and chocolate is at optimal tasting temperature

Meeting point: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

2:00pm Meet at Birmingham Museum - Introduction to Birmingham's confectionery heritage including Cadbury history.

2:15pm First chocolatier visit - Bean-to-bar chocolate tasting and production demonstration.

2:45pm Specialty coffee roaster - Single-origin coffee cupping and roasting process explanation.

3:15pm Artisan chocolate shop - Handmade truffle tasting and packaging techniques demonstration.

3:45pm Final coffee venue - Coffee and chocolate pairing experience with local pastries.

4:00pm Tour conclusion - Take-home sample bags and recommendations for purchase.

The whole experience takes 2 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.

• Visit 4-5 independent chocolatiers and coffee roasters
• Learn bean-to-bar chocolate and coffee roasting processes
• Sample handmade truffles and single-origin coffees
• Discover Birmingham's confectionery heritage beyond Cadbury
• Take home samples from visited venues
• Accessibility: All venues wheelchair accessible with step-free entry

What is included: Professional guide, Chocolate and coffee tastings, Take-home sample bags, Production demonstrations.

Not included: Transport between venues, Full-size product purchases, Additional food items. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, Small bag for samples, Water bottle. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Afternoon when coffee shops are at peak operation and chocolate is at optimal tasting temperature.

Tip: Afternoon tours work best

Tip: Includes take-home samples

Accessibility: All venues wheelchair accessible with step-free entry.

Operator: Sweet Tooth Tours

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (0 min walk)
• Library of Birmingham (3 min walk)
• Jewellery Quarter (15 min walk)

This activity is run by Sweet Tooth Tours.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 24 hours before start time.

Accessibility: All venues wheelchair accessible with step-free entry.

Best time to go: Afternoon when coffee shops are at peak operation and chocolate is at optimal tasting temperature.

Are the chocolate and coffee samples suitable for dietary restrictions?

Most venues offer dairy-free, vegan and sugar-free alternatives. Inform the guide of allergies or dietary requirements when booking so appropriate samples can be arranged at each stop.

Can children participate in the chocolate and coffee trail?

Yes, the tour welcomes all ages. Children receive chocolate samples and can try decaffeinated coffee alternatives or hot chocolate at coffee venues. Take-home samples include child-friendly options.