Thank you all who entered my holiday tea giveaway, like before, I wish I could send you all some tea but the chosen one is.......Laura of Harvest Lane Cottage! Congrats Laura, I won't have to send it far as Laura lives up north of me, someday we will have to meet half way for lunch or tea! lol If you are ever in need of a little faith check out Lauras blog, she has a special relationship with God and you always leave her blog with a better understanding. Congratulations again Laura, just goes to prove that the more you enter, the better chance of winning, I think Laura has entered all my giveaways?
Like with the coffee comments, I was surprised to learn of so many different teas, brands and flavors, many I've never heard of but all sound interesting. Thanks for sharing your favorites with me. And now onto the Hot Cocoa giveaway as promised, I do enjoy a good giveaway, tis the season of giving! Like twice before, just leave me a comment here on your favorite hot cocoa, be it a mix or homemade, I want to hear all about it! I'm curious to hear about all things cocoa, tis the season......for hot drinks too! I'll leave it open to enter till the 10th so spread the word! Good luck and good cocoa is......
I like Hershey`s Cocoa in the original brown container. A little more effort to make it but worth it. I guess I`m just an old fashioned girl.
ReplyDeleteMother Earth News magazine used to sell a wonderful natural hot cocoa mix. It was a little expensive, but very very good. I don't think they offer it anymore. I usually buy a natural mix at Trader Joes or make my own from unsweetened cocoa.
ReplyDeleteI use Hershey's Cocoa and use the original recipe from the old can that I've had for years. I don't think they've ever changed it, but I'll never get rid of that can. I also add just a splash of vanilla. It just makes it more comforting and gives it a wonderful flavor. I think you would like it. xxoo
ReplyDeleteHomemade cocoa is always a treat at Christmastime. My favorite thing to do is buy gourmet vanilla real whipped cream in a can and fill the top of my mug with it!! When it runs out I usually spray a little more! Yummy.
ReplyDeleteOvaltine with malt in a big mug with whole milk is yummy- Not local but oh so satisfying.
ReplyDeleteI like Land O'Lakes Cocoa Classics-the mint/chocolate and raspberry/ chocolate are both very good. They have a variety for every mood!
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ReplyDeleteI'm entering here, too!
Thanks so much for choosing me for tea. I am so excited to know there's going to be a package for me in the mail! Oh, Mr. Postman, look and see if there's a package in your bag for me! Ah, Carpenter's relapse. I love their Christmas music.
I'd love to meet for tea or lunch sometime. I think it would be fun.
God bless you during this Advent season!
Nope, not Catholic, just looking forward to the coming of our Lord.
Laura
Happy at Home
I prefer the homemade hot chocolate made from Hershey's cocoa. Heat it good and hot then use a mixer to beat up some foam to it. Pour it in a cup and add a few miniature marshmallows. Yummy, and wonderful while wrapped in your cozy blanket with a good book at night.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE hot cocoa!!! I am not sure of the exact recipe but any homemade one with powdered milk is great. It seems to make it so creamy...
ReplyDeleteI usually add some more cocoa powder to Ghiradelli. But sometimes I splurge and make my own - it's really rich. Half milk, half cream, heat, melt chocolate chips or chocolate bar in the hot milk mixture. Add a tiny bit of salt, vanilla and if you like it, a bit of cinnamon. Yum. (whipped cream and or marshmallows are good too. . . )
ReplyDeleteI love hot cocoa..I usually make up batches and give them away to the neighbors..along with homemade marshmellows...I put the recipe on my blog..my hubby makes me hot cocoa on his days off with his new expresso machine...love it! please add me to the mix...
ReplyDeletehave a great day can't wait to see all of your decorations..:)
I love Swiss Miss Chocolate Sensation. It is a dark, delicious cocoa. As with all packaged mixes, one packet isn't enough to make a good mug and 2 is too many so I usually open them all andjust spoon it into the cup to my taste.
ReplyDeleteI also like to put a dolloop of marshmallow cream on top! Or They now make a chocolate spray whip topping. That is yummy, too.
Please enter me in your giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love chocolate of any kind. But a good cup of homemade hot cocoa using real cocoa is the best. I like to add a bit of amaretto syrup and a spoonful of marshmallow creme.
I just looked out my window & it's snowing like crazy. Hummm, good time for a cup of that cocoa. Later!
Judy
basket_o_flowers@yahoo.com
Sue,
ReplyDeleteI have been reading your blog for a few months and have enjoyed it. I think this might be the first time that I have commented though.
Gee, you asked about hot cocoa and I guess I am boring with my plain old hot chocolate but adding a Andes mint in sounds like that would be yummy to me. I would have to say if I didn't drink it plain, I would want mint hot cocoa.
Cheri
I'm definitely a Hershey's Cocoa fan!!! My mom made hot cocoa for us every Saturday night!
ReplyDeleteNothing beats a good cup of homemade cocoa. I like using Ghirardelli's or Hersheys brand cocoa to make mine. I also like to top it with whipped cream and use a "soft" peppermint stick for stirring.
ReplyDelete~~Anne
www.backyardtreasures.wordpress.com
I would love to win this. Boy I am almost late entering.
ReplyDeleteI'm old fashioned too and love Hershey`s Cocoa in the original brown container. xoxo
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