Alan McClure

Alan McClure is a prominent figure in the craft chocolate industry, having founded Patric Chocolate in 2006 and played a significant role in the craft chocolate revolution in the US.

Aside from his success with Patric Chocolate, Alan also co-founded the Craft Chocolate Makers of America (CCMA) and served as its chair for 6 years, contributing to the growth and development of the industry as a whole.

Alan has leveraged his expertise and experience in the chocolate sector to provide consulting services for both aspiring and established craft chocolate companies, sharing his knowledge to help improve the quality of their products.

In 2020, Alan attained his PhD in Food Science, specializing in Flavor Chemistry, from the University of Missouri-Columbia. His research included work at the Milton Bailey Flavor Chemistry Laboratory and the Sensory Evaluation Center at Penn State, focusing on analytical flavor chemistry, sensory science, experimental design, and data analysis.

Notably, Alan's creations at Patric Chocolate have received widespread acclaim, earning the company a total of twenty-six Good Food Awards by 2020, a testament to his commitment to producing exceptional chocolate.

Alan's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Religious Studies and a PhD in Food Science with a focus on Flavor Chemistry, both achieved with a remarkable 4.0 GPA.