Once Velvetised, pour the liquid chocolate onto the iced milk. Stir for one minute to ensure your beverage is evenly chilled. Sip and enjoy. And if you know someone else who owns a Velvetiser, or just adores hot chocolate, this drinking chocolate Advent calendar makes a truly thoughtful gift, and the perfect way to share Christmas cheer.

Although it’s pricey, our expert found it an adaptable piece of kit that can do so much more than hot chocolate (although it’s undoubtedly the headliner here). You can use it for impressive lattes, milkshakes and cold beverages, while the plant-based options mean no family members or guests are left out. It’s also delightfully easy to use and clean. See our vegan-friendly version of this mousse along with all our Delectable Velvetiser Dessert Recipe Ideas. Take care — how to not use your VelvetiserFor chocolate lovers - you need this. The Velvetiser is an at home barista style hot chocolate maker.” – Evening Standard To enjoy hot chocolate like the ancient Mayans who first created it in its original “xocolatl” form, choose a high cacao dark chocolate with a touch of chilli. Or for a sweeter creation, feel free to add lots of toppings, like whipped cream, chocolate Batons, and truffles to a white or milk hot chocolate base.

Give the gift of barista-grade hot chocolate this festive season. From chocolate extraordinaire Hotel Chocolat, engineered by Dualit, this chic device produces velvetised hot chocolate at the touch of a button.” – Evening Standard Online Of course, you can also enjoy your hot chocolate as a comforting mid-afternoon treat. Curl up on the sofa with a good book and sip the rainy Autumn days away. With no special flavours to distract, this is perfect for those who want a pure and intensely chocolate treat. However, although it’s classic and simple, it’s far from plain, with countless layers of deep cocoa flavours. Nutmilk 45% – Staggeringly creamy chocolate made with hazelnuts instead of milk. Vegan* when made with a dairy alternative.Our expert found the the machine an absolute doddle to use and it was nice and quiet. It also performed consistently, crafting creamy drinks time and time again. This makes it ideal for dinner parties or family treats. In fact, a round of the salted caramel hot chocolate would make the perfect finale for any cold weather gathering. However, this collection is also ideal if you have a hot chocolate-loving family in the house because there will be something to suit everyone’s tastes. Four of the dark flavours are even suitable for vegans, so if you have any dairy-free chocolate fans in the family, they’ll get to enjoy a steaming cup of hot chocolate alongside everyone else. A new tradition that’s guaranteed put a smile on everyone’s face.