Describe a chocolate you didn't like | Speaking for IELTS PDF Download

You should say: 
- What it was 
- When you tasted it 
- How it tasted like 
- And explain why you didn’t like it?

Sample Answer:

• I absolutely love eating chocolates, and I also love to try different varieties of chocolates. 
• Some of my favourite chocolates include, Milk chocolates, dark chocolates and coconut chocolates. 
• I think it is very rare that someone can dislike something like chocolate, which is loved by everyone in the world, be it a young kid or a 60-year-old person. 
• However, I remember one such occasion when I tried a new type of chocolate and I hated that experience. 
• It was almost 3 years back, during the summers. 
• My vacations had just started and one of my uncle’s came to visit us from Canada. 
• He brought along many gifts for us and also some chocolates which were not available in India at that time. 
• The chocolate that I didn’t like was a chili flavoured dark chocolate. 
• The outside packaging was black in color and it had the picture of a red chili. 
• I had never heard of this chocolate brand before and was really excited to try it. 
• I thought the chocolate would we mostly sweet with a hint of chili in it but when I had the first bite it felt very hot on my tongue and I immediately asked for some water. 
• Contrary to my imagination the chocolate was too spicy and completely bitter. 
• It did not taste sweet at all. 
• For a moment I thought that my uncle had played a prank on me, but then he told me that it is an acquired taste and not everyone likes it for the first time. 
• He said if I eat it 5-10 times I may develop a liking for it, but I still don’t like this chocolate. 
• I had shared this chocolate with some of my friends, even they didn’t like the taste of it. 
• The chocolate is available in India now, it’s a very expensive chocolate, costs about Rs 500 for just 100 grams of it. 
• I don’t recommend this chocolate to anyone.

Follow-ups
Q1: Why do you think people have different tastes in chocolate?
Ans: People have different tastes in chocolate because of personal preferences, cultural factors, and even genetics. Some people may prefer dark chocolate for its bitterness, while others may like sweeter milk chocolate. Our taste preferences are shaped by our experiences, so it’s normal for people to have varied opinions on the same chocolate.

Q2: Do you think chocolate is an important part of your culture?
Ans: In my culture, chocolate isn’t as deeply ingrained as other traditional sweets, but it is still popular, especially for special occasions like festivals and birthdays. However, in many Western cultures, chocolate holds a significant place in celebrations and daily life, being used in a variety of forms, from bars to desserts.

Q3: What do you think is the most common reason people don’t like a particular chocolate?
Ans: People often dislike a particular chocolate because of its taste, texture, or ingredients. For example, some might not like chocolates with a very high cocoa content because it can be too bitter, or chocolates with fillings they don’t enjoy, like nuts or caramel. Additionally, allergies or dietary restrictions can also make people avoid certain types of chocolate.

Q4: Would you recommend trying new types of chocolate to others?
Ans: Yes, I would recommend trying new types of chocolate. Exploring different varieties, like dark chocolate, white chocolate, or those with unique fillings, can be an exciting experience. Even if you don’t end up liking one type, it helps you discover what flavors and textures you prefer in chocolate.