How To Craft a Cup of Taza de Chocolate (Mexican Hot Chocolate)

If you’ve read my article about Taza de Chocolate, you know there’s much to love about this unique, bean-to-bar chocolate maker based in Somerville, Massachusetts. Take your bars to the next level with this recipe for a spicy hot drink that you’ll want to whip up year-round. Enjoy!

Mexican Hot Chocolate (Taza de Chocolate)

Recipe from tazachocolate.com

Ingredients

  • One 2.7 oz package Taza Chocolate Mexicano (any flavor)

  • 2 cups milk, soy milk, almond milk, or water

  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Roughly chop or grate the chocolate and set aside.

  • Heat two cups of milk or water in a small saucepan over medium heat to just below a simmer.

  • Remove the milk from heat and add a pinch of salt.

  • Slowly mix in the chocolate, stirring frequently until dissolved.

  • When the chocolate is dissolved, return the mixture to the stove and re-warm over low heat.

  • While the chocolate is warming, use a whisk or molinillo to froth the chocolate.

  • When the chocolate is hot and frothy, remove from heat and serve. Serves 2.

  • Photography: Nathan Garber