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The hot chocolate offering has widened Cocoa knowledge is important
With the increase in the way hot chocolate In summary, ensure you start with a solid
can be prepared today it is very important to grounding about the tree to bean process
review the options available and make a and how the bean becomes cocoa powder.
choice that works well in your establishment. Take the time to taste different types of
However, whichever choice you make it is hot chocolate products side by side. By
important that you, your Baristas, and staff using this method, you and your staff will
have the knowledge to sell the product and understand the different taste profiles.
understand how to extend the value of the And, ensure that whichever hot chocolate
product. you use it is sold with style and panache.
Usually, the first choice to use is a powdered Finally…
chocolate which can be blended with water Have you ever heard of chocolate art? Take
or made a little more luxurious with steamed a look at some of these incredible
milk. This is probably the equivalent to a chocolate creations:
good cup of instant coffee and most cafes www.foodisart.co.uk. Try your own on a
would not serve instant coffee. smaller scale by using a brush to paint
melted chocolate over a rose leaf (holding
So, consider the wider choices which it by the stem), letting it dry, then carefully
includes making your own hot chocolate peeling off – fantastic decorations to cakes
from cocoa powder, mixing with sugar, and and puddings.
steaming with steamed milk. There are
various varieties of cocoa powder available
to enable you to widen the menu offering.
Probably the best method to make a well- Further funding is available for
rounded luxurious hot chocolate is to use training and support so that young
callets. These are primarily country of origin people on the scheme can get a job in
products including Peru, Tanzania & the future.
Ecuador. Blend these with textured milk and
serve with a callet on the side, a sprinkling of Visit https://bit.ly/37AWPsT for more
information.
marshmallows, whipped cream, and other
matching products. This will have customers
returning again and again.
