Simple ways to shake up a decadent adult hot chocolate
While the kids might want heaping amounts of whipped cream and marshmallows, a decadent adult hot chocolate is more about the flavor than the extras. Sometimes all those additions are just trying to cover up the lack of a rich, satisfying chocolate flavor. Ready to take a sip of something better?
People can agree to disagree on a great hot chocolate. Some people can say it is the milk, others might insist that it is all about the chocolate. In the end, it is a combination of everything that makes one beverage better than another.
During the cooler months, warmer beverages tend to fill the glass. From warding off that chill to wanting to feel a little cozier, the warm glass in your hands satisfies even before that first sip hits your lips.
Which decadent adult hot chocolate is too tempting to resist?
Sometimes adults want a little extra in that hot chocolate. Mozart Chocolate Liqueur has a wide array of hot chocolate choctails on its website. Without become cloying sweet, these recipes find the perfect balance of whimsical with sophistication.
Highlighting the Mozart Chocolate Liqueur, the recipes showcase its versatility. From the spice of gingerbread to the brightness of orange, the flavors can meld to almost any preference. While the basic recipe is steaming milk and the Mozart Chocolate Liqueur, it lends itself to a little experimentation.
Personally, this adult hot chocolate idea is perfect for a hot chocolate bar situation. Consider having a variety of toppings, flavor enhancers and other garnishes for people to shake up their personalized flavor. From a hint of peppermint to some bold spices, the options are many.
Although not on the website, consider layering the flavors. For example, the classic hot chocolate can be paired with a spicy chocolate rim (melted chocolate with a hint of chili pepper or chipotle). Some crushed cookies with a gianduja rim for the hazelnut hot chocolate would be tasty, too.
Overall, a bottle of the Mozart Chocolate Liqueur might be used quickly during the winter months. While the kids might enjoy those marbits, adults have a little more elegant option.
What about an adult hot chocolate without the liquor?
Although a spiked chocolate can bring a little extra cheer, some people might prefer to skip the alcohol. Recently Baileys partnered with Dominique Ansel to offers a Baileys Swirl Holiday Hot Chocolate Kit. While the kit references the popular Irish Liqueur, the liquor is separate. A splash of Baileys can be added, or it can be omitted.
The homemade ganache in this kit will have people forgetting about the missing liquor. It offers a luscious mouth feel. With mine and yours tags, it is clear that there is no sharing mugs with this beverage.
As Ansel said, “This Holiday season, I wanted to create something special that everyone can make together, our own little spin on a classic and cozy cup of Baileys Hot Chocolate that you can share with the ones you love most.”
This holiday season, the hot chocolate isn’t just for the kids to enjoy on a cold evening. Mix up a decadent adult hot chocolate and bring a little extra holiday cheer to the day.