By Shireen Jamooji
The first Hot Chocolate was created by the Mayans around 3000 years ago. It used to be dark, spiced and almost savoury.
Over the years, the Cocoa bean spread across the world and turned into a sweet, hot beverage, This World Hot Chocolate Day, celebrate the long history of Cocoa with these 5 drinks.
Reminiscent of Christmas flavours this pairs the freshness of mint with the rich taste of chocolate.
Cinnamon is a naturally warming spice so when you pair it with chocolate it's the ultimate winter comfort.
If you need a pick me up (and are over 25) add a shot of whisky to your cocoa for a grown up treat.
A balance of salty and sweet a shot of caramel can take your cocoa into a whole new realm.
In honour of the original hot chocolate, add a teaspoon of paprika or chilli powder. A tried and tested flavour pairing from history.