Hot Chocolate Day 2026: 5 lesser-known facts
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National Hot Chocolate Day
Every year, National Hot Chocolate Day is observed on January 31 to celebrate the creation of the warm and creamy beverage
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What is Hot Chocolate?
Hot Chocolate is a rich beverage made from melting chocolate into milk, cream or water to create a thick consistency to drink
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Origins
The origin of hot chocolate can be traced back to the Mayans and Aztec who are known to have made a spicy cold drink with cacao beans
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Hot chocolate pairings
While marshmallows are the traditional pairing, you can also pair them with churros or salty snacks like pretzels
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Hot Chocolate vs Hot Cocoa
While hot chocolate is made with chocolate that is melted, hot cocoa is made from cocoa powder, and is quite thinner in consistency
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