Hot Chocolate

Unwrap the season’s most indulgent ritual with The Chocolate Box gourmet hot chocolate collection.

Hand-crafted from ethically sourced cocoa, our velvety drinking powder, silky hot chocolate drops, and crowd-pleasing dipping hot chocolate spoons melt beautifully into warm milk, delivering a rich, smooth chocolate experience.

Each product is crafted by skilled chocolate artisans, ensuring a luxuriously thick texture without a hint of bitterness. One mug is all it takes to transform a chilly night into pure, fireside decadence.

Meet The Collection

Linger over our five-star favourites, each designed to deliver café-quality richness at home. The Hot Chocolate Treat Box (Milk) wraps our signature drinking powder, fluffy marshmallows and a Belgian-style mug into one ribbon-tied hamper - your indulgence kit in a single parcel.

For hands-on theatre, plunge a Hot Chocolate Dipping Spoon (available in milk or dark) into steamed milk and watch chocolate ribbons swirl.

Prefer precision? Our Hot Chocolate Drops let you measure our every decadent sip, while the classic Milk Chocolate Drinking Powder keeps purists perfectly satisfied.

Craft Your Perfect Cup

Start with whole milk - or a creamy oat alternative - heated to 70 °C; that’s hot enough to coax flavour without scorching the cocoa. Add two heaped teaspoons of powder or a generous handful of hot chocolate drops and whisk until glossy micro-bubbles appear.

Feeling flamboyant? Crown your mug with a toasted marshmallow, or crumble one of our coconut-dusted Snowballs for a textural encore.

Morning people can pair a cut with a buttery croissant; night owls might add a nip of hazelnut liqueur for extra warmth. Remember: a great mug of hot chocolate is more feeling than recipe - so make it your own.

The Art of Gifting

Need a winter-ready surprise for a loved one? Our hot chocolate gift set range ships anywhere in Australia, complete with elegant presentation and personalised notes.

The Treat Box offers the perfect present of pure indulgence, while cylinders of gourmet hot chocolate drops or twin packs of hot chocolate spoons work beautifully as elegant gifts. To heighten the experience, pair your selection with a Love of Milk Hamper or an assortment from our Gourmet Chocolate range.

Our Heritage, Your Guarantee

Family-owned since 1958 and Melbourne-made, The Chocolate Box blends European technique with Australian ingredients, producing treats that have delighted generations. 

FAQs

What makes your range gourmet hot chocolate rather than ordinary cocoa?

We use premium couverture chocolate, rather than compound alternatives for a naturally rich, satin-smooth finish.

Hot chocolate drops, spoons or powder - what’s the difference?

Think of drops as free-pour chocolate chips, ideal for custom strength or baking. Dipping spoons deliver theatre - stir and watch the block melt. Powder is fast, fuss-free and perfect for large batches. All three share the same premium chocolate base, so pick the format that matches your mood.

Do you sell a hot chocolate gift set in Australia?

Absolutely. The Hot Chocolate Treat Box ships nationwide to Australia and arrives ribbon-tied with drinking powder, marshmallows and a keepsake mug.

What’s the best milk (or milk-alternative) to use?

Full-cream cow’s milk delivers classic richness, but oat, macadamia and even coconut milk froth beautifully and let the chocolate shine. Avoid rice milk; its high water content can thin the texture.

How should I store my hot chocolate drops and powder?

Store chocolate in a cool, ventilated spot (14 - 22°C), away from heat and direct light. Every day pantry storage is fine; if you must refrigerate, seal pieces in an airtight box and let them warm before opening. Most items stay at their best for 3-18 months. Seasonal treats such as our Winter Snowballs are a little more fleeting, with a 2 to 6 week best-before/use-by date.

What foods pair well with hot chocolate?

Light, buttery pastries (croissants, brioche) let the chocolate take centre stage, while salty snacks - think pretzels or roasted almonds - highlight its sweetness. For a nostalgic twist, dunk marshmallows from our Rocky Road & Marshmallows collection or complement the drink with a shard of Dark Chocolate Block for a richer and more intense flavour.

Can I make a plant-based version of your hot chocolate?

You sure can. While our recipe is built on milk chocolate, the drink itself turns beautifully dairy-free when you whisk it into a creamy plant milk - coconut, oat, rice or almond all froth like a dream. Warm your chosen milk to about 70 °C, stir in the powder until glossy, and you’ve got a luscious, vegan-friendly hug-in-a-mug.