A cosmically cozy after-dinner hug.
Makes: 1 generous mug (or 2 dainty cups)
Vibe: Like dessert and a digestif had a very delicious baby
Tasting Notes: Rich chocolate meets dark berries, molasses depth, and that signature bittersweet amaro finish. The adaptogenic mushroom trio (reishi, chaga, lion's mane) from No. 8 means you're literally sipping your way to serenity while boosting your body. Science? Magic? Does it matter when it tastes this good?
What You'll Need:
- 8 oz whole milk (or your favorite non-dairy companion)
- 2 heaping tablespoons premium hot chocolate mix (Sillycow, Ghirardelli, or your fancy favorite)
- 2 oz Curious Elixir No. 8
- A pinch of flaky sea salt (optional but highly encouraged)
What You'll Do:
- Steam your milk. If you've got an espresso machine, give that wand a workout until your milk is velvety, frothy, and approximately 150°F. No wand? Heat gently on the stovetop and whisk vigorously like you're conducting a tiny orchestra.
- Add the chocolate. Whisk the hot chocolate mix into your steamed milk until it's completely dissolved and deeply chocolatey.
- Pour in the magic. Add No. 8 and stir gently. Watch the blackberry and fig swirl into the cocoa like a midnight galaxy.
- Finish with a flourish. A pinch of flaky salt on top completes the ritual preparation.
- Sip slowly. You earned this.
Stupid Easy Version
For when you want cozy, not complicated
- Pour 8 oz milk into a microwave-safe mug.
- Microwave for 90 seconds. Give it a stir. Zap another 30 seconds until hot but not volcanic (around 150°F — you should be able to comfortably sip it).
- Stir in 2 heaping tablespoons premium hot chocolate mix.
- Add 2 oz Curious No. 8. Stir.
- Drink. Feel smug with your mug.
Total time: Under 3 minutes. Effort level: Pajamas-friendly.
This Cocoa? Cosmically cozy. Ridiculously delicious. Zero regrets.
