The Secret To Making The Perfect Hot Chocolate At Home
Hot chocolate season is rapidly approaching, serving as a much-needed silver lining as the temperature starts to drop. It goes without saying that not all hot chocolates are made equally. But now we’ve discovered the secret to making the perfect cup at home thanks to Hotel Chocolat and its Velvetiser. You have likely heard of it, but might not have tried it for yourself – here’s why you’ll want to add the kitchen staple to your cart for the months ahead (and even bookmark it for Christmas gifting).
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The key piece of kit
If you’ve heard friends or family talking about their Velvetiser, but aren’t 100% sure what it is, here’s your intro. It is the only hot chocolate maker imagined and brought to you by an actual chocolatier. The result? Barista-grade beverages at home every time.
The result? Barista-grade beverages at home every time.
Using only two ingredients – real chocolate flakes plus your milk of choice -, the Velvetiser melds them into rich drinking chocolate at the perfect serving temperature.
Design-wise, the Velvetiser features a sleek, double-skinned metal body, magnetic whisk, single soft-touch button, dual spout for left- or right-handed pouring, and a textured cast-iron handle. Available in four different colourways, including a limited edition tone, you can even match the finish to your kitchen.
How to use
While the end result might look and taste pro, the Velvetiser is, thankfully, actually very easy to use.
For a classic hot chocolate:
1. Add your milk of choice
2. Sprinkle single-serve sachet
3. Press the button
4. Then, 2.5 minutes later, pour into your favourite mug.
For an iced chocolate:
Copy the above steps but use less milk and pour over a glass of iced milk.
Top tip: For a refreshing chocolate soother, simply use less milk and pour over a glass of iced milk.
Flavours to try
While we love a classic hot chocolate, it’s even better to have the option to mix things up with new and decadent flavours. From Hazelnut Praline and Salted Caramel to the limited edition Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate, there’s a whole library of different options to satisfy your cravings.
chocolate flake flavours
velvetised cream collection
Alternatively, if you want to give your hot chocolate a tipsy touch, why not add a dash of Velvetised Cream (a mini alcoholic collection available in Espresso Martini, Salted Caramel and Chocolate)?
Save £30 on your Velvetiser
Sign up for Hotel Chocolat’s members programme, VIP.ME, for exclusive treats and rewards. Our top perk [for new and existing members] is the member-only price of £69.95 for the Velvetiser™ drinking chocolate machine (£30 less than regular retail). Plus, there’s no limit on the number of Velvetisers you can buy at this price, meaning you can stock up for gifting season. As a VIP.ME member, you’ll also enjoy a welcome discount of 15% off everything else in your first purchase, 20% off Drinks and Ices in-store, a birthday treat, and early access to new products and offers.
