Submarino (beverage) facts for kids

The submarino (say "sub-mah-REE-noh") is a super yummy hot drink from Argentina and Uruguay. Its name means "submarine" in Spanish, and it's also called remo (which means "oar"). It's like a fun way to make hot chocolate! You get a glass of really hot milk and a bar of dark chocolate. You drop the chocolate into the milk, then stir it with a long spoon until it all melts into a rich, warm drink.

This drink is usually enjoyed when it's cold outside, especially in the winter. It often comes in a special tall glass cup. This glass is placed inside a metal holder with a handle. The holder helps you hold the super hot glass without burning your hands! It's served really hot so that the chocolate bar melts perfectly and quickly.

How to Make a Submarino

Making a submarino is a fun and simple process. It's almost like a little science experiment in your cup!

What You Need

• A tall glass cup
• A metal cup holder with a handle (optional, but helpful for hot drinks)
• Hot milk
• A bar of dark chocolate
• A long spoon (like an iced tea spoon)

Step-by-Step Preparation

First, a cup of hot milk is poured into the glass. Then, a solid bar of dark chocolate is placed right into the hot milk. Next, you use a long spoon to stir the chocolate vigorously. You keep stirring until the chocolate completely melts and mixes with the milk. Once the chocolate is fully dissolved, you'll see small bubbles form on the surface. This means your submarino is ready to enjoy!

The following images show the traditional preparation of the submarino:

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  Step 1: A cup of hot milk is served with a bar of chocolate alongside it

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  Step 2: The chocolate is dropped into the milk

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  Step 3: The beverage is stirred vigorously with the spoon until the chocolate is entirely melted

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  Step 4: Bubbles will form on the surface once the chocolate is fully dissolved

See also

In Spanish: Submarino (bebida) para niños