Barbers Bean to Bar
South Devon Food Hub, Longcombe, Totnes , TQ9
Member Overview
What is Barbers Bean to Bar?
Barbers Bean to Bar is an artisan micro-chocolate maker based at the South Devon Food Hub, just outside Totnes in South Devon. Founded by chocolatier Michael Barber, the business specialises in small-batch bean-to-bar chocolate, luxury hot chocolate and award-winning cocoa teas, crafted to showcase the natural flavour and character of carefully sourced cocoa beans. Every batch is lightly roasted and produced with a focus on sustainability, quality and provenance. The company follows a true bean-to-bar approach, overseeing every stage of production from sourcing and roasting through to refining and moulding, ensuring complete control over flavour and quality.
What does Barbers Bean to Bar offer?
- Barbers Bean to Bar produces a range of handcrafted chocolate and cocoa-based products, made using organic and Fairtrade cocoa beans sourced from trusted growers around the world.
Their range includes:- Single-origin chocolate bars crafted to highlight the unique flavour profile of each cocoa origin.
- Luxury hot chocolate made from the same high-quality ingredients used in their chocolate bars.
- Award-winning Cocoa Tea, made from whole cocoa beans and cocoa husks, offering a naturally vegan, low-caffeine alternative to traditional hot chocolate.
- Seasonal creations, gift boxes, pick-and-mix chocolate selections and limited-edition products.
- Chocolate workshops and tasting experiences where participants can discover the journey from bean to bar, learn about cocoa origins, roasting and chocolate-making techniques, and gain a deeper understanding of fine chocolate.
- Customers can expect expertly crafted products and experiences that celebrate authentic cocoa flavour while minimising waste and environmental impact.
Our Specialities
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- Single-origin chocolate tasting experiences
- Bean-to-bar chocolate making
- Artisan micro-batch production
- Great Taste Award-winning products
- Cocoa husk sustainability initiatives
- Corporate and bespoke gifting
- Chocolate workshops and bean-to-bar experiences
Guided chocolate tastings
Cocoa education and flavour discovery
Meet-the-maker events and demonstrations
Why choose Barbers Bean to Bar?
Unlike many chocolate brands that purchase ready-made couverture chocolate, Barbers Bean to Bar manufactures its chocolate directly from cocoa beans, allowing the natural characteristics of each origin to shine through.The business champions a low-waste production model, finding innovative uses for by-products such as cocoa husks and creating products that maximise value from every bean.As a small independent Devon producer, Barbers Bean to Bar combines artisan craftsmanship with transparency in sourcing and production, giving customers a genuine connection to the origins of their chocolate.Chocolate workshops and tasting events are held throughout the year, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the bean-to-bar process firsthand and learn more about the craft of artisan chocolate making. Details of upcoming workshops and events can be found on the Barbers Bean to Bar website, or on the Food Drink Deon events page.
Where can you find Barbers Bean to Bar?
Barbers Bean to Bar regularly attends food festivals, farmers' markets and artisan food events across Devon and the South West, giving customers the opportunity to meet the maker and sample products firsthand.Trade customers interested in stocking the range can enquire directly through the website for wholesale information and pricing.
Opening Hours-
As opening hours may vary, customers are encouraged to visit the website or contact the team directly before travelling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbers Cocoa?
Barbers Cocoa is an artisan bean-to-bar chocolate maker based in Kingsteignton, near Newton Abbot, Devon. Founded by chocolatier Michael Barber, the business produces handcrafted chocolate, hot chocolate and innovative cocoa tea using carefully sourced cocoa beans.
What makes Barbers Cocoa different?
Barbers Cocoa lightly roasts its cocoa beans to preserve their natural flavours and fruitiness, creating chocolates with distinctive character and depth. The business focuses on ethical sourcing, sustainability and traditional bean-to-bar craftsmanship.
What products does Barbers Cocoa offer?
The range includes artisan chocolate bars, drinking chocolate, hot chocolate powders, cocoa tea, chocolate gift selections and seasonal products. Barbers Cocoa also runs chocolate workshops for those wanting to learn more about chocolate making
Is Barbers Cocoa suitable for vegans?
Yes. Barbers Cocoa produces a selection of vegan-friendly products, including dark chocolate bars, hot chocolates and cocoa teas.
What is Cocoa Tea?
Barbers Cocoa's Cocoa Tea is a unique brewed drink made from cocoa beans, cocoa husks, tea and herbs. It is designed to make use of more of the cocoa bean, reducing waste while creating a delicious alternative hot drink.
Has Barbers Cocoa won any awards?
Yes. Barbers Cocoa has received multiple industry awards, including Great Taste Awards recognition and International Chocolate Awards accolades for its artisan chocolate and cocoa products.
Is sustainability important to Barbers Cocoa?
Absolutely. Sustainability is a core part of the business. Barbers Cocoa uses biodegradable and recyclable packaging, sources organic and Fairtrade cocoa where possible, and works to minimise waste throughout production.
Can I buy Barbers Cocoa products online?
Yes. The full range of chocolates, hot chocolates, cocoa teas and gifts can be purchased directly from the Barbers Cocoa website
Does Barbers Cocoa offer chocolate workshops?
Yes. Barbers Cocoa runs hands-on chocolate workshops where participants can learn more about the bean-to-bar chocolate-making process and discover the craft behind artisan chocolate production.
What can I expect at a Barbers Cocoa workshop?
Workshops provide an introduction to the world of chocolate, including how cocoa beans are transformed into chocolate and the techniques used in artisan chocolate making. Participants can enjoy a fun, educational and interactive experience.
Who are the chocolate workshops suitable for?
Barbers Cocoa workshops are ideal for chocolate lovers, food enthusiasts, couples, friends, gift recipients and anyone interested in learning more about artisan food production.
Do I need any previous chocolate-making experience?
No. The workshops are designed to be accessible to beginners as well as those with a keen interest in chocolate and confectionery.
How many people can attend a workshop?
Workshop places are intentionally limited to create a more personal and interactive experience. Current workshops have a maximum of eight participants per session.
Can I buy a chocolate workshop as a gift?
Yes. A Barbers Cocoa workshop makes an excellent gift for foodies, chocolate enthusiasts and anyone looking for a unique experience in Devon.
How do I book a Barbers Cocoa workshop?
Workshop dates and availability can be viewed and booked directly through the Barbers Cocoa website. Places are limited, so advance booking is recommended
Where do the workshops take place?
Workshops are hosted by Barbers Cocoa at their Devon base chocolate factory at the South Devon Food Hub, just outside Totnes, allowing visitors to experience artisan chocolate production first-hand.
Are workshops available throughout the year?
Barbers Cocoa offers workshops on selected dates throughout the year. The latest schedule and available sessions can be found on their website.