The Secret to a Rich, Creamy Hot Chocolate

We love coffee but sometimes, you just want a hot chocolate. Rich, smooth, and comforting. The only problem? Most hot chocolates are made with powder, and the result is usually underwhelming.

The good news? It doesn’t have to be that way. With a few simple tweaks and a good reusable cup, you can make a hot chocolate that’s café quality at home.

Real Chocolate, Real Flavour

The biggest difference between an average hot chocolate and a great one comes down to one ingredient: real chocolate. While powdered blends can taste thin and overly sweet, using chopped chocolate delivers a depth of flavour and creaminess that powder just can’t match.

Here’s how to do it

1. Add a few squares of your favourite chocolate to your KeepCup.
2. Pour in a splash of boiling water and stir until the chocolate melts. If needed, microwave for 20 seconds to help it along.
3. Steam your milk as you would for a flat white, smooth and velvety.
4. Add a little milk to the chocolate, swirl to combine, then pour the rest in as you would for espresso.
5. Dust with a little cocoa powder for that final touch.

Serve It in Something That Elevates the Ritual

Just like with coffee, how you serve your hot chocolate matters. A KeepCup in our Chocolate colourway is the perfect match stylish, durable, and designed to retain heat. It’s a cup made for moments like these: cozy mornings, quiet afternoons, and late-night cravings.

With its clean design and colour-matched components, it brings an elevated feel to every sip.

Designed for Comfort

Whether it’s a weekend treat or your go-to winter drink, a great hot chocolate is about more than just flavour. It’s a small moment of comfort, something warm to hold onto. When you make it in a reusable cup you love, it becomes part of a daily ritual that’s good for you and the planet.

At KeepCup, we’re big believers in small habits that make a difference. Switching from powdered hot chocolate to real chocolate is one. Choosing reuse over single-use is another.