Tidings Magazine

A sweet Canadian twist on a Cuban staple.

The weather has been a little erratic this winter. But we’re still skiing up a storm — no pun intended. In this version of a traditional Mayan chocolate drink, you get a little spike of heat from the chili. If you need a bigger spike, throw a little Irish Cream into the mix.

Adding a bit of Limoncello warps the mint into a new stream of consciousness.

For some, warm, spiced wine is a holiday staple. For others, it’s a strange concoction. This is why we decided to twist it up a bit. Enjoy this recipe and happy holidays from all of us at Tidings.

If you don’t want to impress your friends, by all means break out the pre-mixed store-bought syrup. If you love ’em, however, try this recipe, which pays homage to hot cocoa’s roots by using cinnamon, vanilla and chili to add depth and a bit of heat. Adding cream makes it extra rich. The calorie count is not quite as high as a venti frappucino with whipped cream, but I promise you, it’s close. Add more chilli if you really want your chocolate hot.