"Need a warming, cozy drink with a little kick? Try adult hot chocolate! For me, spiked hot chocolate hits differently than other warm cocktails. I love a good mulled wine or Irish coffee, but there's something about that nostalgia of wrapping your hands around a warm mug of cocoa. Adding a splash of aged rum or peppermint schnapps makes pure comfort with just the right amount of sophistication!"
"Storing and reheating tips Adult hot chocolate is best enjoyed fresh, but you can make the plain hot chocolate base ahead and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring frequently. Add the alcohol just before serving so the spirits don't evaporate during reheating. For parties, I make a big batch of hot chocolate and keep it warm in a slow cooker on low, then add the liquor to individual mugs."
"Can I use store-bought hot chocolate mix? Absolutely! While homemade tastes better, you can use a quality instant hot cocoa mix in a pinch. Just prepare it according to package directions and add your spirit of choice. What's the best rum for adult hot chocolate? I prefer an aged rum like Bacardi 8 for the vanilla and oak notes. Spiced rum also works well if you want additional warming spices."
Adult hot chocolate combines a creamy hot chocolate base with spirits such as aged rum, bourbon, or peppermint schnapps to create a warming, nostalgic cocktail. The plain hot chocolate base can be made ahead and refrigerated up to three days, but alcohol should be added just before serving to prevent evaporation. For parties, keep a large batch warm in a slow cooker and add liquor to individual mugs. Quality instant mixes may be used in a pinch. Aged rum like Bacardi 8 offers vanilla and oak notes, while spiced rum adds warming spices. Start with 1–1.5 ounces of alcohol per serving and adjust to taste.
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