Winter is coming! Wrap up warm and get a chocolatey hit with these indulgent hot drinks
Spotlight on: Black Mocha
103 Gloucester Road, Brighton, BN1 4AP
Now that the weather has started to turn and the days are getting colder, head down to Black Mocha for a warming hot chocolate to perk you up. Just a short walk from Brighton train station, we’d cast no judgement on you picking one up before the morning commute. This artisan coffee and brunch spot takes its name from their signature hot chocolate and coffee combo - the black mocha. They create a fresh batch of 70% Dark hot chocolate every morning, combining it with a shot of espresso to create their famous black mocha. Most mocha’s contain frothy latte milk; however, this straight drink is a no nonsenses treat that’ll pep you up and perk you up thanks to caffeine and tasty chocolate.
Not a fan of coffee? Stick to the good stuff and enjoy one of their pure hot chocolates instead. The 70% dark is available without the mocha element for £3 and is completely vegan. You can also enjoy the 40% milk hot chocolate, or a decadent mug of white chocolate blended with nutmeg and cinnamon! Customise your drink with whipped cream, marshmallows or even shards of honeycomb, and feel free to enjoy these with soy, almond or oat milk! Their autumn 2019 specials are also offering some truly delightful flavour combinations, including chilli dark chocolate, ginger spiced milk chocolate and chai white chocolate!
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19 North Street, Brighton, BN1 1EB
What? Popular chain chocolate shop with instore café.
Where? Towards the bottom of busy North Street.
Why? Boasting more coco, less sugar, Hotel Chocolat have been providing luxury chocolate to cities across the UK since the late 80s! Their café offers nine different types of hot chocolate, including tasty specials like Mint Chocolate and Salted Caramel Chocolate.
Be Chocolat
15 Duke Street, Brighton, BN1 1AG
What? Chocolate gift shop run by internationally renowned chocolatier Michel Clement.
Where? Amongst the pretty little boutiques nestled down Duke Street.
Why? This independently owned chocolatier is the best spot in Brighton for chocoholic gifts, and you can grab a tasty hot chocolate or chocolate milkshake whilst perusing (and trying) all the tasty creations!
Cloud 9
Unit 15 Brighton Place, Brighton, BN1 1HJ
What? Brightly coloured bakery featuring unique cakes, tasty ice creams and hot drinks!
Where? Just behind North Street, down a hidden side street.
Why? Hot chocolate with Oreos and whipped cream, perfect for accompanying a luxurious slab of cake.