11 of the best hot chocolates from independent cafes in Edinburgh to warm up a cold day

When only an extreme sugar fix will do, buy yours from one of these independent cafes
By Gaby Soutar
Published 14th Jan 2021, 07:00 BST
The Marshmallow Lady Hot ChocolateThe Marshmallow Lady Hot Chocolate
The Marshmallow Lady Hot Chocolate

We have learnt to appreciate small pleasures over the last few months.

One of these is hot chocolate - the perfect sugar delivery system for the miserable winter months.

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In order to make a living with takeaway options, in recent months Edinburgh’s independent cafes have been creating the most rococo of versions.

We’ve had enough marshmallows, sprinkles, booze and chocolate chunks to blow Mr Tumnus’ mind.

Even if takeaways options are put temporarily on hold, hopefully these suggestions will provide something to look forward to.

Bruleed Orange Hot Chocolate from Honeycomb & Co (www.honeycombandco.com)

This limited-edition takeaway offering, available at least until the end of January (subject to regulations), features 70 per cent cocoa Dominican chocolate, chocolate orange ganache and a Terry’s Chocolate Orange segment. Yes please.

Mint Aero Hot Chocolate from Mimi'sMint Aero Hot Chocolate from Mimi's
Mint Aero Hot Chocolate from Mimi's

Luxurious Hot Chocolate – The Marshmallow Lady (www.themarshmallowlady.com)

You’ll probably need to skip lunch and dinner to justify the calories splurged on this feast of a drink. It doesn’t contain any old Flumps, but The Marshmallow Lady’s own gourmet toasted mallow fluff (or cream), as well as chocolate flakes from local chocolatier Edward & Irwyn.

Mint Aero Hot Chocolate - Mimi’s Bakehouse (www.mimisbakehouse.com