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List of chocolate drinks facts for kids

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A cup of hot chocolate with whipped cream and cocoa powder

Chocolate is a delicious food made from the seeds of the tropical Theobroma cacao tree. People have enjoyed chocolate for a very long time! The earliest records show that the Olmecs in Mexico used it around 1100 BC. Many ancient groups in Mesoamerica, like the Maya and Aztecs, made chocolate into a special drink. The Aztecs called their chocolate drink xocolātl, which means "bitter water" in their language, Nahuatl.

Popular Chocolate Drinks

Here is a list of some well-known drinks that feature chocolate. These drinks come in many forms, from thick and warm to cold and refreshing.

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Champurrado is a thick, warm Mexican drink made with chocolate and corn dough.
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Cocio is a popular chocolate milk drink.
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Pozol being served in Chiapas, Mexico.

Chocolate Liqueurs: Sweet Adult Drinks

Chocolate liqueurs are alcoholic drinks that taste like chocolate. They are often sweet and can be enjoyed on their own or mixed into cocktails.

  • Chocolate liqueur
  • Liqueur Fogg
  • Ratafia de cacao
  • Sabra liqueur
  • Vana Tallinn
  • Vermeer Dutch Chocolate Cream Liqueur

Mexican Chocolate: A Rich Tradition

Mexican chocolate often has a distinct flavor, sometimes with hints of cinnamon or other spices. It is a key ingredient in many traditional Mexican dishes and drinks.

More About Chocolate

  • Champorado – This is a sweet chocolate rice porridge from the Philippines. It's a warm and comforting dish.
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