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Global Chocolate Quality and Ratings
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About
This dataset provides a detailed exploration of chocolate ratings and quality from various manufacturers around the world. It offers valuable insights into the characteristics, ingredients, and overall public opinion of different chocolate bars. Sourced from "Flavors of Cacao by way of Georgios and Kelsey," this collection allows users to analyse and understand the nuances that contribute to a chocolate's profile and reception.
Columns
- ref: A unique reference ID for each entry, with higher numbers indicating more recent entries.
- company_manufacturer: The name of the chocolate manufacturer.
- company_location: The geographical region where the manufacturer is located.
- review_date: The year in which the chocolate was reviewed.
- country_of_bean_origin: The country from which the cocoa beans originated.
- specific_bean_origin_or_bar_name: The particular origin of the bean or the specific name of the chocolate bar.
- cocoa_percent: The percentage of cocoa content in the chocolate, expressed as a character string.
- ingredients: A string detailing the ingredients, where '#' denotes the number of ingredients, and specific letters (B=Beans, S=Sugar, S*=Sweetener, C=Cocoa Butter, V=Vanilla, L=Lecithin, Sa=Salt) represent ingredient types.
- most_memorable_characteristics: A summary review of the chocolate's most notable attributes, including texture, flavour, and general opinion, separated by commas.
- rating: A numerical rating for the chocolate, ranging from 1 to 5.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV file, specifically
chocolate.csv, and has a size of 258.43 kB. It contains 10 distinct columns and comprises 2530 records or rows.Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Analysing trends in chocolate quality and consumer preferences over time.
- Comparing the performance and characteristics of different chocolate manufacturers and their products.
- Investigating the impact of bean origin and ingredient combinations on chocolate ratings.
- Conducting market research into the global chocolate industry.
- Developing predictive models for chocolate quality based on its attributes.
Coverage
The dataset offers a global perspective on chocolate, covering manufacturers and bean origins from various countries. Review dates span from 2006 to 2021, providing an extensive temporal scope for analysis. While no specific demographic scope for consumers is included, the data details attributes related to manufacturers, their locations, and the origins of the cocoa beans.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Food Scientists and Researchers: To study the correlation between ingredients, bean origin, and sensory characteristics of chocolate.
- Chocolate Manufacturers: To gain insights into market preferences and identify successful product attributes or areas for innovation.
- Market Analysts: To identify trends in the global chocolate market and understand regional differences in production and quality.
- Data Analysts and Scientists: For projects involving data mining, machine learning, and statistical analysis of food products.
- Chocolate Enthusiasts and Consumers: To explore and learn about different chocolates, their origins, and characteristics before making purchasing decisions.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Chocolate Quality and Ratings
- Flavors of Cacao: International Chocolate Reviews
- World Chocolate Bar Assessments
- Cocoa Bean Origin and Chocolate Ratings
- Historical Chocolate Review Data
Attributes
Original Data Source: Global Chocolate Quality and Ratings
QUALITY