I love hot cocoa, don't you? I mean there's nothing better than a steamy mug of liquid chocolate, especially if it has a big dollup of whipped cream on top and sprinkles of grated chocolate. Talk about heaven in a cup!
I received my Organic Planet order today (only 2 days from California to Indiana!) and as soon as it arrived, I popped open the can of Dagoba XOCOLATL Hot Cocoa Mix with chilies and cinnamon. The instructions read:
"We recommend slow heating one cup of milk or milk alternative on the stovetop till hot, stirring in a continuous clockwise circle eleven times, then eleven clockwise stirs."
At first, I wasn't sure about the stirring procedure, but I figured, what the heck, I'm game. What I discovered was being focused on stirring eleven times clockwise and counterclockwise, allowed me to be "in the now". As I stirred, I wasn't thinking about my "To Do" list, or what I would prepare for dinner, or the errands I need to run. Nothing else mattered but the preparation of my hot cocoa.
As I whisked in the XOCOLATL mix, the scents began to fill the air and I was mesmerized by the froth and the spicy aroma. I slowly poured my concoction into my special "Mommy" mug and sipped. WOW! The explosion of flavor hit the back of my throat and I knew in an instant, I would never be able to allow any other hot cocoa mix to pass my lips again.
Now, I don't know about you, but I would have never thought that adding chilies and cinnamon to cocoa would produce such a tantalizing flavor. It has just a hint of spice and a dash of cinnamon and it is absolutely delightful!
All I can say is this... If you love hot cocoa, you're going to be passionate about XOCOLATL. Go get some now before they are gone for the season! You've GOT to try this stuff and have your own spiritual experience!
P.S. You might want to pick up some Dagoba chocolate bars or chocolate covered espresso beans. They are a perfect fit with the cocoa!
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