In the second part of this two-part episode, we do a data deep dive into a decadent vat of chocolate. We talk about various stats and data with Brian Mikiten, former process engineer and founder of Casa Chocolates in San Antonio, TX. We also cover the types of chocolate and how much of chocolate making is an art vs. a science. See part one for the history of chocolate and an overview of how to make it.
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Chocolate dataWorld Chocolate Day is July 7th. US National Chocolate Day is October 28.
The United States accounts for 20% of the world’s chocolate consumption.On the average Valentine’s Day, nearly $400 million of chocolate is purchased around the world, accounting for 5% of the industry’s total sales.22% of all chocolate consumed between 8pm and midnight.Chocolate significantly reduces theta activity in the brain, which is associated with relaxation, which is why we want to eat chocolate when we’re feeling stressed out.Myth: Chocolate is high in caffeine (contains ~6mg/bar, same as decaf coffee)More than 70% of Americans prefer milk chocolateIn 2011, Thorntons created the world’s largest chocolate bar, which weighed in at 12,770 lbs. It measured 13 ft. by 13 ft. by 1 ft.Top companies by sales (via https://www.icco.org)
$ / ton by date
Top 10 World Cocoa Producers
Science / data driven production of chocolateEquipment usedVariables evaluated / controlledWhat is your test process?Science vs. Art of chocolate makingBean profilesBrian’s background and history of Casa ChocolateWhat Casa Chocolate’s approach is to making chocolateTips for getting started at homeWhere people can find out more about Brian and Casa ChocolateMusic:
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