Best Dark Chocolate Flavor
1. Godiva Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa
What I Like
- Flawless flavor
- Decadent without being too rich
- Quality ingredients
What I Don’t Like
- Pricier than others on our list
Godiva’s Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa is fine and all—until you try the Dark Chocolate version. It’s so rich, velvety and decadent that you’d swear you’re sipping a $6 hot cocoa from a boutique café.
Only each serving will set you back less than $2 when you buy it by the canister—that’s provided you can find it. Godiva’s hot chocolate is so popular it’s often sold out, so if you see it at your local Godiva store—or online—stock up.
Best Mocha Flavor
2. Starbucks Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa
What I Like
- Wonderful mouthfeel
- Great for coffee lovers
What I Don’t Like
- Could be more aromatic
It’s no wonder the back of each packet includes a recipe for an easy Caffé Mocha—the mocha flavor in this drink is undeniable.
Rather than being extra sweet, Starbucks’s take on Double Chocolate is sophisticated, with a richer, more semisweet taste overall. (The silky-smooth texture is what really sold us though.)
Best Mini Marshmallows
3. Swiss Miss Marshmallow Lovers
What I Like
- Nostalgic
- Kid-friendly
- Affordable
What I Don’t Like
- Could be more aromatic
If the thrill of hot chocolate is skimming marshmallows off the top—the dehydrated mini ones, to be exact—skip the classic marshmallow packs and head straight to Swiss Miss Marshmallow Lovers.
Other brands featured a coy sprinkling of marshmallows that’d melt away two sips in. Marshmallow Lovers covers your mug in a layer of mini mallows. The underlying cocoa is more sugary than rich, making it a guaranteed hit among the elementary school set (or anyone craving a dose of nostalgia) …
