If you’ve heard of The Velvetiser then you’ll already be aware that the process of velvetisation ensures a perfect balance between flavours and textures. In the case of Velvetised Cream, the balance is between the warming boldness of alcohol and the sweetness of chocolate. This creates a drink that is both indulgent and sophisticated for those chilly evenings indoors. Our Velvetised Creams This traditional method offers a great deal of control. Put your chocolate in a bowl set over a pan of simmering water, ensuring the bowl doesn’t actually touch the hot water (or it can burn the chocolate). Heat in the steam for about 2 minutes until fully melted, stirring occasionally.

Thanks to our revolutionary Velvetiser technology, we’ve managed to take chocolate liquor, and capture an authentic silky texture like no other. This is a key component to the ideal cosy beverage. Although we’re confident in our chocolatiers’ ability to find the perfect balance of flavours, we still put our creations through a vigorous four-step tasting process. This is to make sure we’ve achieved a harmonious marriage of both tastes and textures for you to enjoy. Why not try it out for yourself? Mint Chocolate Velvetised CreamYou’ll find higher percentages in dark chocolate recipes, with less in milk, and least in white. Surprisingly, one of the UK’s most famous dark chocolates contains just 39% cocoa, and its milk counterpart only 23%. That means the largest ingredient overall is sugar. We believe this is wrong. We always prefer to use more cocoa in our chocolate for an authentic and satisfying cocoa hit. We put 40 – 70% cocoa in our milk and Supermilk chocolate, and 70-100% in our dark. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture until well combined. A second penned: "Great taste, wish they sold bigger bottles since this one went I just a few days." Most importantly for our guests, it’s a chance for you to experience indulgence in every sip. Its rich, chocolatey notes are perfectly balanced, ensuring a smooth, creamy finish that lingers on the palate. A third said: "This tastes amazing, probably one of the best things available from Hotel Chocolat. Bought for my partner and they absolutely loved it. So smooth and creamy, tastes better than a regular espresso martini! A nice treat after a long week!"

The old cliché ‘when you know you know’ pretty much sums up our love for this one. Espresso Martini Chocolate Cream Liqueur Fancy something a bit punchier? Try your provided 50 ml Espresso Martini Velvetised Cream. This Hotel Chocolat take on an espresso martini is a love letter to three of our favourite things: chocolate, coffee, and top-quality spirits. Our creamy white chocolate holds its own against aromatic coffee notes, underpinned by a balancing measure of vodka. What’s not to love? Chocolate Velvetised Cream By combining the freshness of mint with the richness of chocolate, this cream offers a palate-pleasing contrast. The mint adds a cool, refreshing note, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy a hint of zest in their drinks. The Velvetised Chocolate Tasting Experience Gift Set A fourth added: "Tried this at a friends at Christmas and thought it was delicious. It’s not cheap but I waited for a good deal and bought it then - date wasn’t the best (about 5 months) but it’ll not last that long anyway lol. Coffee flavour is not over powering at all - very subtle and would definitely recommend."

The costs for delivery, installation services and monthly insurance products cannot be placed on BNPL. your choice of Hotel Chocolat Chocolate Cream Liqueur (we think the Salted Caramel & Clementine works perfectly) Elegance and opulence unite in this delectable selection. If our Velvetised Creams weren’t special enough on their own, now you can sip in style with a sophisticated coupe glass. Add a nibble of our sumptuous Caramel Chocolate Batons, and you’ve got an indulgent treat like no other. A beautiful gift, or a moment of heaven just for yourself. Put your chocolate in the microwave on high power for a total of 40-50 seconds, but only in 10 second bursts, stirring in between to ensure it doesn’t burn. Stop when fully melted. This liqueur is one for those who like their java, day or night. It’s made with Hotel Chocolat’s white chocolate and velvetised with vodka, espresso, and cream for that extra smooth creamy texture.

You can then choose to spoon the mixture into individual dishes (for a sophisticated touch) or a larger dish if this is easier. Cover the mousse and let it chill overnight until it is firm. The chilling is the most important part, so make sure you plan in advance. Nassim Taleb, one of the most poignant thinkers of our time, observes that the ultimate definer of everything is time, refusing to drink anything less than a thousand years old. Whilst we can’t say that chocolate liqueur has been around this long — its two key ingredients certainly have been not just in existence, but lauded, worshipped, and even fought over since time immemorial. That’s enough evidence of greatness for us. First, preheat your oven to 180°C. Grease eight small oven-proof dishes and place them on your oven tray. Place half the sugar and half the hot chocolate to the side. Add the flour, the rest of the sugar and hot chocolate, the milk, butter, and egg into a mixing bowl and combine. Pour the mixture evenly into each dish. This coffee-dessert ‘two in one’ serves as an impressive twist on the post-dinner digestif that’s bound to impress your guests. Should You Keep Your Chocolate Liqueur in the Fridge?

As the festive season approaches, our Velvetised Creams to stand out as the perfect addition to your celebrations. These creams, with their rich flavours and velvety textures, are more than just drinks, but a symbol of indulgence and sophistication.

We recommend that you keep your liqueurs in a cool dry place away from strong odours. This helps to preserve the perfectly balanced taste of your liqueur and avoids disappointment when you go to make your next glass.

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If you thought salted caramel on its own sounded divine, you might want to get your hands on our Salted Caramel & Clementine Chocolate Cream Liqueur. The sweet and salty notes of salted caramel blend perfectly with the zesty citrus notes of clementine. Together they fuse in harmony, lifting our liqueur to a level where it sings, even to the choosiest of palates. The result is something special. These chocolates are the perfect way to charm dinner party guests, but they taste just as good enjoyed on a quiet night in!