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Hot cocoa is delicious. If you don't agree, don't read any further. I was simply amazed that a search of WB showed no threads about hot chocolate, while there were over 50 about coffee. I don't really like the taste of coffee (although I oddly love the smell) and I also don't drink it because of my acid reflux.
I'd like to survey what people do for hot cocoa on the trail.
What brands do you prefer? Do you go with "just add water" mixes? Do you go with powdered milk? Do you add marshmallows? Do you drink it at breakfast or dinner?
Personally, I like to use the "just add water" mixes and add a bit of powered milk to make them a little thicker. Then again, I really like ghirardelli mixes. And marshmallows are just fun and tasty.
Just a few fun facts: The cocoa tree likely originated in the Amazon River Basin. Hot cocoa has been consumed for over 2000 years and was likely the earliest form of use of the cocoa beans. Cocoa beans were even once used as currency in certain regions of South America. Research done at Cornell University has shown that hot cocoa has more antioxidants per volume - nearly double - than either red wine or black or green teas (note that this may not be true for highly processed mixes with lots of additives). See below for a link to the article. Cocoa contains a chemical, theobromine, that acts as a cough suppressant and is a vasodilator that may contribute to the "addictive" nature of chocolate.
I know most people either don't drink hot cocoa or really don't care what they buy (they just buy the cheapest option), but I'd really like to hear from those of you who are like me and really love a nice cup of hot cocoa on the trail.
*Article about antioxidants in hot cocoa. Note that this is a review of the research and NOT the actual scientific article.
http://www.gailambrosius.com/assets/PDFs/Cocoa.pdf
The scientific article can be found in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry. The article is titled "Cocoa has more phenolic phytochemicals and a higher antioxidant capacity than teas and red wine". It was published in December 2003.
Hikes in Rain
10-05-2009, 16:01
Like you, I use the "just add water" and add NIDO, powdered whole milk. Sometimes, I even add it to coffee! :eek:
I do!
This is one my fave's (I know, it is a take off on cocoa, but quite tasty!)
http://www.trailcooking.com/recipes/peanut-butter-hot-cocoa
Oh yeah, and while I like using mixes for ease often on trail - I almost always add dry milk as well - and instant espresso!
I do!
This is one my fave's (I know, it is a take off on cocoa, but quite tasty!)
http://www.trailcooking.com/recipes/peanut-butter-hot-cocoa
I will try this in a T mixed small batch. Thank you. Reese's! Like those!
I favor Hannaford brand, sugar added, as it is a buck less than Swiss Miss.
But Swiss Miss is tasty.
bigcranky
10-05-2009, 17:21
I like to mix instant cocoa and instant coffee or espresso for a wonderful morning treat. Two bags of cocoa, two or three tubes of coffee, and 12-14 ounces of hot water. Mmmmm.
Dollar Store Instant Hot Chocolate is THE best on the trail! Save the gourmet stuff for when you can get dressed up..........
Jeepocachers
10-05-2009, 17:46
Hot cocoa is a must for each evening on the trail. I like Swiss Miss with marshmellows, and I add a few splashes of Baily's Irish Cream from the flask.
I got some hoity-toity Cocoa Powder as a gift from Whole Foods. Something to the tune of $20 worth (There's a ton.)
I took a cue from a hiking buddy of mine, 3 tsp of the cocoa powder and 1 Chocolate Stinger Honey Packet.
Dicentra
10-05-2009, 18:13
I mix it in with my coffee for a trashy trail mocha. :p
I like to mix instant cocoa and instant coffee or espresso for a wonderful morning treat. Two bags of cocoa, two or three tubes of coffee, and 12-14 ounces of hot water. Mmmmm.
The morning bigcranky didn't drink this concoction is the day he received his trail name!
Feral Bill
10-05-2009, 18:25
I used to make my own brew from KLIM, cocoa, cinnamon, and a dash of instant coffee. it was wonderful, especially on sub zero mornings.
Now I use Swiss Miss, a sad decline.
Dicentra
10-05-2009, 18:26
The morning bigcranky didn't drink this concoction is the day he received his trail name!
One of the summer's I worked for Olympic NP, my co-worker would wake me up with "the water is hot, you can have coffee now..." Ask Sarbar how cranky I am w/o my coffee. :rolleyes:
One of the summer's I worked for Olympic NP, my co-worker would wake me up with "the water is hot, you can have coffee now..." Ask Sarbar how cranky I am w/o my coffee. :rolleyes:
No kidding. Made the mistake of being overly chipper one morning at 6 am and someone hadn't had her fix yet :D
I love the way this thread was started by the OP. Now that's the way to start a thread about something that's dear to you. I'm also surprised that a thread concerning hot cocoa hasn't been started before. I guess if I lived in Madison WI I too would be consuming a lot of hot chocolate.
Yes, I also enjoy hot cocoa at home and on the trail, but it's hard to locate instant or already packaged hot cocoa here in the U.S. that doesn't contain hydrogenated oils or mainly consists of sugar. I have no desire to consume, in any form, what amounts to chocolate flavored sugar that is too often sold as chocolate/hot cocoa in the U.S.
The most delectable hot chocolate I've ever had consisted of that hoity-toity WholeFoods Mexican cocoa(it is the real thing though), unsweetened powdered coconut milk, honey, and a packet of Hazelnut Java Juice for a mocha that at Starbucks would cost $8!
BTW, be very watchful of what is being discussed when studies are conducted that point to the anti-oxidant properties or high ORAC content of chocolate. What is being touted as anti-oxidant rich is just cocoa nibs, pure unrefined unadulterated chocolate, or what most of the chocolate producing regions of the world define as chocolate, not the concoction of chocolate flavored sugar and highly processsed highly refined chemical experiments that are mostly offered/marketed as chocolate in the U.S. in the form of "chocolate bars" or "hot cocoa."
Trailweaver
10-05-2009, 19:05
I never go backpacking without hot chocolate, even in the summer it's good to have at night. I also occasionally take an instant hot cider mix that is good. Yes, it's "suggary" but I've earned it during the day's hike, and feel that I need that energy and the warmth of a good hot drink before bedtime.
Mountain Maiden
10-05-2009, 19:17
BTW, be very watchful of what is being discussed when studies are conducted that point to the anti-oxidant properties or high ORAC content of chocolate. What is being touted as anti-oxidant rich is just cocoa nibs, pure unrefined unadulterated chocolate, or what most of the chocolate producing regions of the world define as chocolate...
Soooo, is that a bad thing? Understandably, that isn't "hot cocoa" but it is what it is, right? Or am I missing something?
S:sun
Tuckahoe64
10-05-2009, 19:33
Have always loved hot chocolate, but do not always care for the instant stuff like Swiss Miss. My problem is that it takes two packs instead of one, to get any real flavor. Its why as I was considering food for my upcoming hike, I passed on the stuff, would just seem too heavy considering other options.
Now, on the other hand anyone ever use Hershey's Cocoa powder? I always thought that made the best stuff, and that a homemade mix could be made to one's own tastes with cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and powdered milk like Nido. Just boil water and add your mix.
Carnation Instant Breakfast, chocolate!! I usually use 2 packs for or with breakfast. Just add hot water & YUM!!
I don't have a package with me, ate all of it last trip, so I don't have a calorie count, but I do remember it having a lot of "good for you" stuff, more than just coco mix anyway.
I love the way this thread was started by the OP. Now that's the way to start a thread about something that's dear to you. I'm also surprised that a thread concerning hot cocoa hasn't been started before. I guess if I lived in Madison WI I too would be consuming a lot of hot chocolate.
Yes, I also enjoy hot cocoa at home and on the trail, but it's hard to locate instant or already packaged hot cocoa here in the U.S. that doesn't contain hydrogenated oils or mainly consists of sugar. I have no desire to consume, in any form, what amounts to chocolate flavored sugar that is too often sold as chocolate/hot cocoa in the U.S.
The most delectable hot chocolate I've ever had consisted of that hoity-toity WholeFoods Mexican cocoa(it is the real thing though), unsweetened powdered coconut milk, honey, and a packet of Hazelnut Java Juice for a mocha that at Starbucks would cost $8!
BTW, be very watchful of what is being discussed when studies are conducted that point to the anti-oxidant properties or high ORAC content of chocolate. What is being touted as anti-oxidant rich is just cocoa nibs, pure unrefined unadulterated chocolate, or what most of the chocolate producing regions of the world define as chocolate, not the concoction of chocolate flavored sugar and highly processsed highly refined chemical experiments that are mostly offered/marketed as chocolate in the U.S. in the form of "chocolate bars" or "hot cocoa."
Yeah, I was really surprised that there wasn't a thread dedicated to this delicious beverage. Well, now there is!
Yeah, so I grew up in Massachusetts, went to undergrad in Maine, and now I'm in grad school in Wisconsin. So yes, I've consumed my fair share of hot cocoa.
And I couldn't agree with you more about how most instant hot cocoa mixes are chocolate-flavored sugar packs. As someone said before, thats OK as long as you know that going in. It can be a good thing after a long day on the trail to recharge. If you want real hot cocoa, you could start with the basic ingredients and make you own mix. Growing up, my mom would occasionally make us hot cocoa from scratch. It was always delicious, with homemade whipped cream too!
As to the study I mentioned, I'm pretty sure (although not 100% positive) that they used a beverage form of cocoa. I'd have to assume that they didn't use Swiss Miss. I'll read the paper tomorrow and let you know.
Keep the replies and recipes coming! I'm going on a trip to the Superior Hiking Trail in northern Minnesota next weekend, and I could use some good recipes to try out.
Snowleopard
10-05-2009, 20:08
I've got less than one teaspoon of chocolate left, a bad time to be reading this thread.:mad:
I like dutch process chocolate powder (like nestle but preferably better quality). I mix it with powdered milk and sugar and add boiling water. Some vanilla is nice too, but I don't carry that camping. A trick is to mix the different powders before adding water, then it dissolves easier.
I take a few packs of swiss miss every time i go camping. Why is everyone so down on sugar? what did it ever do to you?
Rocket Jones
10-05-2009, 20:48
For a little extra zing add a dash of cinnamon and a dried hot red pepper. Remove the pepper after the drink steeps for a minute or two.
sheepdog
10-05-2009, 21:00
Usually one or two powder mixes at the end of the day. NIdo makes it taste so much better.
Hot cocoa is a must for each evening on the trail. I like Swiss Miss with marshmellows, and I add a few splashes of Baily's Irish Cream from the flask.
I add Amaretta to my hot cocoa! :D
sheepdog
10-05-2009, 23:07
I add Amaretta to my hot cocoa! :D
try buttershots and bailys irsh cream called a hot scotcher :banana
Dicentra
10-05-2009, 23:21
Rumplemintz. :)
For a little extra zing add a dash of cinnamon and a dried hot red pepper. Remove the pepper after the drink steeps for a minute or two.
So is that how you get off to the rocketing good start in the morning?
I went to a talk on cocoa at the NY Botanical Gardens, where it was being harvested as the trees were growing in the conservatory. They said in central and S. American, where cocoa is grown commercially, in ancient times the Indians used to flavor their hot chocolate, sometimes drunk cold, with the native and locally available vanilla bean pods harvested from an orchid(vanilla bean comes from an orchid) and dried hot cayenne pepper.
I take a few packs of swiss miss every time i go camping. Why is everyone so down on sugar? what did it ever do to you?
Read "Sugar Blues" by William Dufty.:-?
Swiss Miss, no sugar added, is OK. Dissolves better in less than boiling water.
Don't the PB chips take forever to melt. Good flavor.
There's already a thread devoted to the morning miracle drink--Swiss Miss Pick-Me-Up.
For evening drinking in the winter, I take regular Swiss Miss and a minibottle of flavoring, like Kahlua, Firewater, or just plain vodka.
Yeah, the expensive health food store cocoa mixes can be much, much better than Swiss Miss but you can really run up a tab trying to keep a couple of people warm, hydrated, and fueled up on that precious stuff.
Re: sugar
If you're headed to the office for the day, consuming a lot of sugar isn't a great idea. If you're about to get up and move, though, sugar is the bomb.
I take a few packs of swiss miss every time i go camping. Why is everyone so down on sugar? what did it ever do to you?
Nothing. Why do you ask?
http://www.thepeoplesvoice.org/cgi-bin/blogs/media/fat-pig-porn2.JPG
warraghiyagey
10-06-2009, 09:44
Nothing. Why do you ask?
http://www.thepeoplesvoice.org/cgi-bin/blogs/media/fat-pig-porn2.JPG
So too much sugar is bad?? :confused:
nom, nom, nom. huh? what?
http://images.icanhascheezburger.com/completestore/2009/4/17/128844538728693580.jpg
warraghiyagey
10-06-2009, 10:11
http://everythingchangesbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/cookie-monster-diet1.jpg
Tipi Walter
10-06-2009, 10:18
I take a few packs of swiss miss every time i go camping. Why is everyone so down on sugar? what did it ever do to you?
Nothing. Why do you ask?
http://www.thepeoplesvoice.org/cgi-bin/blogs/media/fat-pig-porn2.JPG
I saw a good bumper sticker recently: SUGAR The Gateway Drug.
You guys could look at Frontier Herbs online, they have a nice hot chocolate mix which is tolerable.
it wasn't sugar that did that to her.. that's what happens when you live next door to the all you can eat buffet!!!
Farr Away
10-06-2009, 12:24
I've got less than one teaspoon of chocolate left, a bad time to be reading this thread.:mad:
I like dutch process chocolate powder (like nestle but preferably better quality). I mix it with powdered milk and sugar and add boiling water. Some vanilla is nice too, but I don't carry that camping. A trick is to mix the different powders before adding water, then it dissolves easier.
With time to prepare, a nice trick to get vanilla flavoring without using extract: buy a vanilla bean or two; put in an airtight container with a couple of cups of sugar; allow to sit for a couple of weeks (or longer); shake it up every once in a while. As you use the vanilla sugar, refill the container with fresh sugar.
A vanilla bean will flavor a lot of sugar, and you can split it after you've used it a while.
Will this work with brown sugar?
Have been looking for a trick like this!:)
try buttershots and bailys irsh cream called a hot scotcher :banana
That sounds good, I'll have to give it a try!:D
Farr Away
10-06-2009, 17:50
Will this work with brown sugar?
Have been looking for a trick like this!:)
I've never tried it, but I would think so. Only possible problem I can think of is if the vanilla bean picks up moisture from the brown sugar and that spoils it, or starts it fermenting, or something.
-FA
For a little extra zing add a dash of cinnamon and a dried hot red pepper. Remove the pepper after the drink steeps for a minute or two.
I sure hope you are planning on eating that hot red pepper afterwards. that will warm you up a little :D
Rocket Jones
10-06-2009, 21:40
I sure hope you are planning on eating that hot red pepper afterwards. that will warm you up a little :D
Recycle that puppy! You can reuse the pepper a few times before someone gets brave or crazy enough to chow down. :p
Man I am glad this thread is here!
I LOVE cocoa on the trail. I will not go on a backpack with out a supply of cocoa unless perhaps it was 90 plus degrees in which case I would probably not be backpacking anyway if I had the choice,
For convenience sake, I go for the "just add water" kind. I am open to a variety of brands but usually either swiss miss or nestle.
As for how much cocoa to bring, I figure on at least two coups per day (1 at breakfast and another at dinner). thus two packets cocoa per day out! If there is any left over than the last meal the cocoa is a tad more chocolaty!
With out chocolate, life just isn't worth living!!!!
DavidNH
Feral Bill
10-07-2009, 01:19
Man I am glad this thread is here!
I LOVE cocoa on the trail. I will not go on a backpack with out a supply of cocoa unless perhaps it was 90 plus degrees in which case I would probably not be backpacking anyway if I had the choice,
For convenience sake, I go for the "just add water" kind. I am open to a variety of brands but usually either swiss miss or nestle.
As for how much cocoa to bring, I figure on at least two coups per day (1 at breakfast and another at dinner). thus two packets cocoa per day out! If there is any left over than the last meal the cocoa is a tad more chocolaty!
With out chocolate, life just isn't worth living!!!!
DavidNH
Hard to argue with that.
While I appreciate the side-discussion of the dangers of refined sugar, could we keep a little more to the topic? My goal for this thread was to talk about hot cocoa, not ridicule extremely obese people. And frankly, I could go the rest of my life without seeing that picture one more time. Or anything like it.
Hikes in Rain
10-07-2009, 07:05
Back to cocoa; someone mentioned Buttershot, a butterscotch liqueur, added to it. Wonderful! Another idea to adulterate your chocolaty concoction is Hot Shot, a liqueur that tastes like red hots. Adds a nice, pepperminty warm flavor.
Hmm...bar in a backpack.
Dicentra
10-07-2009, 13:17
Here's a recipe. Enjoy!
Almond Mocha Mix
Makes 1 1/3 cup
This is great! You can really taste the almond.
¼ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons almond extract
½ cup powdered milk
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup powdered non-dairy creamer
¼ cup instant coffee granules
At home: combine all of the powdered ingredients together. Add the almond
extract and stir until well combined, breaking up any lumps. Store in an air-tight container.
In camp: add ¼ cup mix to 1 cup of boiling water. Stir and enjoy.
ShelterLeopard
10-07-2009, 13:28
Hot cocoa is delicious. If you don't agree, don't read any further. I was simply amazed that a search of WB showed no threads about hot chocolate, while there were over 50 about coffee. I don't really like the taste of coffee (although I oddly love the smell) and I also don't drink it because of my acid reflux.
I'd like to survey what people do for hot cocoa on the trail.
What brands do you prefer? Do you go with "just add water" mixes? Do you go with powdered milk? Do you add marshmallows? Do you drink it at breakfast or dinner?
I love hot chocolate. Sometimes it's crappy swissmiss with water, sometimes Green and Black's with powdered milk, or Girardellhi's Double Chocolate Mocha with milk. I love hot chocoalte. I'm glad you started this thread Jofish. Although now I have a strange desire to leave work and curl up in a warm and fluffy corner of my bed with a Calvin and Hobbes book and a cup of cocoa. I guess you can't call in sick to work when you're already here though, can you?
Dicentra
10-07-2009, 13:37
I love hot chocolate. Sometimes it's crappy swissmiss with water, sometimes Green and Black's with powdered milk, or Girardellhi's Double Chocolate Mocha with milk. I love hot chocoalte. I'm glad you started this thread Jofish. Although now I have a strange desire to leave work and curl up in a warm and fluffy corner of my bed with a Calvin and Hobbes book and a cup of cocoa. I guess you can't call in sick to work when you're already here though, can you?
S.L. - you aren't looking so well. Are you feeling okay? You'd better go home...
ShelterLeopard
10-07-2009, 13:48
I think I'm starting to feel mysterious pains in my stomache, I feel faint! I better leave now, while I still have the strength to drive home...
[gets out of chair]
[door slams, view of empty swivel chair spinning]
[pan to view of shelterleopard with mug of hot cocoa and comic book]
Skidsteer
10-07-2009, 17:45
While I appreciate the side-discussion of the dangers of refined sugar, could we keep a little more to the topic? My goal for this thread was to talk about hot cocoa, not ridicule extremely obese people. And frankly, I could go the rest of my life without seeing that picture one more time. Or anything like it.
Absolutely. You have to keep an eye on Kanga. She's a real troublemaker sometimes. :p
i am sure i don't know what you're talking about.
warraghiyagey
10-08-2009, 08:40
Absolutely. You have to keep an eye on Kanga. She's a real troublemaker sometimes. :p
Agreed. . .
Was thinking about some of the premium types. Did 8oz water, 2 packs(6oztype) mix. Pretty premium.:)
Tipi Walter
10-08-2009, 11:32
Man I am glad this thread is here!
I LOVE cocoa on the trail. I will not go on a backpack with out a supply of cocoa unless perhaps it was 90 plus degrees in which case I would probably not be backpacking anyway if I had the choice,
For convenience sake, I go for the "just add water" kind. I am open to a variety of brands but usually either swiss miss or nestle.
As for how much cocoa to bring, I figure on at least two coups per day (1 at breakfast and another at dinner). thus two packets cocoa per day out! If there is any left over than the last meal the cocoa is a tad more chocolaty!
With out chocolate, life just isn't worth living!!!!
DavidNH
Question: What kind of cup do you use to drink your hot chocolate when out on the trail? Thermos cup? Sierra cup? It's not much fun to sip hot choc out of my 2 liter titanium pot, but I can't be bothered with bringing one more thing to clean.
While I appreciate the side-discussion of the dangers of refined sugar, could we keep a little more to the topic? My goal for this thread was to talk about hot cocoa, not ridicule extremely obese people. And frankly, I could go the rest of my life without seeing that picture one more time. Or anything like it.
Welcome to Whiteblaze.
ShelterLeopard
10-08-2009, 11:52
I use my mug (whatever they're walled, those blue painted ones with the white paint speckles), but it gets very hot sometimes, so I have to put sock liners on my hands. It would be such an awesome luxury to carry a Nissan thermos on trail! Maybe I will...
As for hot cocoa with milk people, what kind of milk do you use? I've heard a lot of people mention NIDO, which I have only ever used for pudding. Does it work well with hot chocolate? I tried a normal p-milk with really good Green and Black's chocolate once, and it was really good, but could have been thicker.
ShelterLeopard
10-08-2009, 11:52
And does anyone know if they would sell NIDO in a Wegmans?
Dicentra
10-08-2009, 11:59
And does anyone know if they would sell NIDO in a Wegmans?
Can't hurt to check! I always find it at the Asian markets or Albertson's in the Hispanic food section. Packit Gourmet carries it too.
The Weasel
10-08-2009, 12:02
I've always taken hot chocolate variationswith me as a UL food. Basically, it is "instant breakfast" with chocolate flavor.
TW
Bulldawg
10-08-2009, 12:17
What about this stuff?
http://www.thehungrymouse.com/home/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/mex-grocer_2014_18866856.jpg
I saw it last night while looking for Nido in the mexican section of the grocery.
ShelterLeopard
10-08-2009, 12:50
Maybe it's like a kind of Mayan Hot Chocolate I saw in a gourmet store- it looks like it's probably really good. Try it and let me know!
Bulldawg
10-08-2009, 13:14
Maybe it's like a kind of Mayan Hot Chocolate I saw in a gourmet store- it looks like it's probably really good. Try it and let me know!
Go ahead!...................
On winter trips, I always have my handy thermos..esp for moonlit skis!
I love to put hot cocoa with some peach schnapps. It is an awesome combo that everyone seems to like. :)
Dicentra
10-08-2009, 14:06
On winter trips, I always have my handy thermos..esp for moonlit skis!
I love to put hot cocoa with some peach schnapps. It is an awesome combo that everyone seems to like. :)
Yum! I'm so gonna try that!
On winter trips, I always have my handy thermos..esp for moonlit skis!
I love to put hot cocoa with some peach schnapps. It is an awesome combo that everyone seems to like. :)
winter is when i put peppermint schnapps in my cocoa!
winter is when i put peppermint schnapps in my cocoa!
..that's good..but the peach is something unique. I was pleasanty surprised when all I had was peach schnapps in my cupboard and had to add it to the cocoa. :)
(Spiced rum and apple cider also works well!)
Bulldawg
10-08-2009, 14:11
winter is when i put peppermint schnapps in my cocoa!
..that's good..but the peach is something unique. I was pleasanty surprised when all I had was peach schnapps in my cupboard and had to add it to the cocoa. :)
(Spiced rum and apple cider also works well!)
You bring the peppermint and I'll bring the peach. Homemade peach that is. Wonder how the homemade apple already in my flask would go with hot cocoa?
Dicentra
10-08-2009, 14:29
Add some coconut creme powder to your hot chocolate... Total fatty goodness.
ShelterLeopard
10-08-2009, 14:44
Peach and cocoa? I'll take your word for it.
(But whisky and hot tang is really pretty good. It isn't just tang though, it's a mixture of tang, instant tea and some spices- Russian Tea. Pretty good).
ShelterLeopard
10-08-2009, 14:44
You bring the peppermint and I'll bring the peach. Homemade peach that is. Wonder how the homemade apple already in my flask would go with hot cocoa?
I think it might be disgusting. It might be good with tea though.
ShelterLeopard
10-08-2009, 14:46
And I forgot- there's a mayan hot chocolate that I've had before- really good gourmet thing for the trail. It's basically melted chocolate with some milk (not milk with melted chocolate). Very thick and delicious, and I'm sure an excellent way to add calories to your hiking diet. Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top..... Delicious.
saimyoji
10-08-2009, 15:30
[quote=ShelterLeopard;904370]But whisky and hot tang is really pretty good. quote]
especially the prune flavored tang. :sun
What about this stuff?
http://www.thehungrymouse.com/home/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/mex-grocer_2014_18866856.jpg
I saw it last night while looking for Nido in the mexican section of the grocery.
Tastes odd to me -- they add lots of cinnamon and it has a weak chocolate flavor.
LaurieAnn
10-08-2009, 16:47
hot cocoa with a bit of coffee, cinnamon and cayenne.... yum
Question: What kind of cup do you use to drink your hot chocolate when out on the trail? Thermos cup? Sierra cup? It's not much fun to sip hot choc out of my 2 liter titanium pot, but I can't be bothered with bringing one more thing to clean.
Rinse the cup and take the pain. It does get ratty looking, so try not to look.:)
LaurieAnn
10-08-2009, 21:32
I have a very lightweight insulated cup.... but that isn't something I would take on a thru-hike.