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Frys Chocolate & Cocoa manufactory 1884 Frys Chocolate & Cocoa manufactory 1884
Part 2 of the chocolate manufacturing process: the grinding room in the Frys chocolate factory in Bristol. Date: 1884
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This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the Grinding Room of Fry's Chocolate & Cocoa Manufactory in Bristol, England, during the year 1884. The 1880s marked a significant period in the chocolate industry's development, and Fry's, under the leadership of Joseph Fry and his sons, was at the forefront of this innovation. In this image, we witness the second stage of the chocolate manufacturing process. After the beans have been roasted and cracked, they are brought to the Grinding Room for further refinement. Large, iron grinders, operated by teams of workers, reduce the cocoa nibs to a thick, smooth paste known as chocolate liquor. This process is crucial as it releases the essential flavors and aromas of the cocoa beans. The room is filled with an intoxicating aroma, a testament to the labor-intensive nature of chocolate production during this era. The walls are lined with large, wooden vats, where the chocolate liquor is left to cool and congeal. The machinery, powered by steam, dominates the space, a reminder of the industrial revolution's impact on the food industry. The workers, dressed in their uniforms, appear focused and determined, their faces set in concentration as they operate the grinders. The scene is a snapshot of the meticulous and intricate process that transformed raw cocoa beans into the beloved chocolate we know today. This photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of Fry's Chocolate & Cocoa Manufactory during the 19th century, a time when the chocolate industry was on the cusp of significant growth and innovation.
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