Why we drink hot chocolate in the winter — theguardian.com

Few beverages are as engrained in Americans’ collective childhood memories quite like hot chocolate. It’s a drink that reminds us of snow days, sledding, or a quiet day watching the snow fall. What is it about a hot mug of chocolate in the depths of winter that brings a smile? More so then eating a bar of chocolate? Well, for one, it’s hot and truly warms you up on a cold day. Plus, the luxurious taste and feel of drinking hot chocolate that then warms your whole body is exquisite! It is thick, silky and rich tasting!

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