If you’re avoiding moo-milk, our hot chocolates can be made with dairy alternatives for a dairy-free delight. If you’re dodging the dairy, we recommend coconut milk for a tropical spin on your evening indulgence. Heat, but don't boil, your milk. Even if you're using hot water to melt the chocolate nibs or dissolve your chocolate powder, topping up with fridge-cold milk isn't a great idea if you want a creamy texture. Just keep a close eye on your stove or microwave as you don't want it to boil over. Of all the solid hot chocolates we tested, this one contains the least calories, fat and sugar, so it's a good option if you're wanting to curb the Christmas excess. With hundreds of Fairtrade, Organic and sustainable products to choose from, we're your one stop shop for everything from sugars and coffee biscuits to descaling tablets and cleaning cloths! If you can’t get enough of a Chocolate Orange, this one is for you! Carve 2 or 3 strips of orange rind (the skin) and let them steep in your drink for a while before drinking. That citrus flavour is a delight.

However, it contains the highest amount of sugar (77g per 100g), so you might want to go easy on the marshmallows. Our panel rated M&S 55% cocoa Belgian hot chocolate head and shoulders above the rest when it came to both texture and taste – it was deliciously creamy with just the right level of sweetness and a rich chocolatey flavour. Although it didn't quite hit the heights of M&S, our tasters found plenty to like, with most rating the sweetness and creaminess as just right. Play around with toppings and flavours. Adding ginger or mint syrup will make your hot chocolate feel festive, as will garnishing with marshmallows, whipped cream or extra chocolate shavings on top. You can also sprinkle chocolate powder – or spices such as nutmeg and cinnamon – on top for a warming edge.Clipper products are made with pure ingredients and a clear conscience. We use only the highest-quality sources, add nothing artificial and strive to improve the welfare of the workers. No wonder Clipper tastes so good.

Cupsmith's hot chocolate was the lowest scorer in our taste test. Despite having one of the highest cocoa solid percentages (70%) of the solid products in our test, eight in 10 of our tasters found the chocolate flavour too weak. Ahhh hot chocolate. The mere mention of this deliciously indulgent drink is relaxing. It makes us think of beautiful winter walks and warm, cosy fires. But what we’re interested in is the perfect hot chocolate. Nothing short of perfection will do. A recommendation service that carefully researches each product and consults with experts across many disciplines.Clipper products are made with pure ingredients and a clear conscience. We use only the highest-quality sources, add nothing artificial and strive to improve the welfare of the workers. No wonder Clipper tastes so good Nothing beats cosying up under a blanket with a steaming mug of hot chocolate when the weather outside is freezing. It's a good option if you're keen to buy Fairtrade, or prefer a less sugary taste. Around one quarter of our tasters rated Twinings too sweet and Clipper not sweet enough, so it might come down to your personal preference as to which one you buy.

Have you tried our everyday tea yet? We offer a wide range of speciality, fruit & herbal teas, as well as ground & instant coffees If you're looking for a little bit of luxury, you don't necessarily need to reach for the priciest hot-chocolate brand. Our taste test revealed two clear winners – and they weren't the most expensive or well-known options.

Is there anything better when the weather’s chilly than a mug of delicious hot chocolate? It warms you up right away and feels like such a treat, especially after a long day out in the cold. Buying a tub of hot chocolate powder means you can indulge in this delightful drink whenever you feel like it, and saves you from spending your hard-earned cash on an overpriced cup from a coffee shop.