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Where to Drink: Hot Chocolate in Brighton

Winter is coming! Wrap up warm and get a chocolatey hit with these indulgent hot drinks

A white cup filled with a rich, frothy hot chocolate sits on a saucer. Chocolate is dripped decadently down the side of the cup onto the saucer. The background features a dark, wooden table surface, enhancing the warm and cozy atmosphere.
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Spotlight on: Black Mocha

The shop front/facade of Black Mocha in Brighton
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103 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AP

Now that the weather has started to turn and the days are getting colder, head down to Black Mocha for a warming hot chocolate to perk you up. Just a short walk from Brighton train station, we’d cast no judgement on you picking one up before the morning commute. This artisan coffee and brunch spot takes its name from their signature hot chocolate and coffee combo - the black mocha. They create a fresh batch of 70% Dark hot chocolate every morning, combining it with a shot of espresso to create their famous black mocha. Most mocha’s contain frothy latte milk; however, this straight drink is a no-nonsense treat that’ll pep you up and perk you up thanks to caffeine and tasty chocolate. 

Not a fan of coffee? Stick to the good stuff and enjoy one of their pure hot chocolates instead. The 70% dark is available without the mocha element for £3 and is completely vegan. You can also enjoy the 40% milk hot chocolate, or a decadent mug of white chocolate blended with nutmeg and cinnamon! Customise your drink with whipped cream, marshmallows or even shards of honeycomb, and feel free to enjoy these with soy, almond or oat milk! 

Hotel Chocolat

Two women peruse the shelves, with their rows and rows of chocolate boxes, in Hotel Chocolat in Brighton
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19 North Street, Brighton, BN1 1EB 

What? Popular chain chocolate shop with in-store café.

Where? Towards the bottom of busy North Street. 

Why? Boasting more coco, less sugar, Hotel Chocolat have been providing luxury chocolate to cities across the UK since the late 80s! Their café offers nine different types of hot chocolate, including tasty specials like Mint Chocolate and Salted Caramel Chocolate. 

Be Chocolat

A man and a woman, each holding a tray of taster chocolates, stand in the doorway of Be Chocolat in Brighton
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15 Duke Street, Brighton, BN1 1AG 

 What? Chocolate gift shop run by internationally renowned chocolatier Michel Clement.  

Where? Amongst the pretty little boutiques nestled down Duke Street.  

Why? This independently owned chocolatier is the best spot in Brighton for chocoholic gifts, and you can grab a tasty hot chocolate or chocolate milkshake whilst perusing (and trying) all the tasty creations! 

Cloud 9

The colourful counter at Cloud 9 in Brighton
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Unit 15 Brighton Place, Brighton, BN1 1HJ

What? Brightly coloured bakery featuring unique cakes, tasty ice creams and hot drinks! 

Where? Just behind North Street, down a hidden side street. 

Why? Hot chocolate with Oreos and whipped cream, perfect for accompanying a luxurious slab of cake.