Mexicocoa

9 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • Pinch of chili powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 cup almond milk (can substitute Irish Creme, coffee-flavored liqueur or milk)
  • Splash of agave nectar (can substitute honey or maple syrup)
  • 1 oz. Silver tequila
  • Paprika
  • Cinnamon stick

Directions

  1. 1
    In a saucepan over low heat add the cocoa powder, cinnamon, chili powder and cayenne pepper.
  2. 2
    Toast until spices begin to release their aromas, about a couple of minutes.
  3. 3
    Using a small whisk or wooden spoon, slowly incorporate the almond milk.
  4. 4
    Raise the temperature to medium-high and bring to a slow simmer.
  5. 5
    Stir in the agave nectar and remove from the heat.
  6. 6
    Rim a mug by dipping into a saucer of water, blotting and dipping into saucer of paprika.
  7. 7
    Pour in tequila.
  8. 8
    Add hot cocoa mixture.
  9. 9
    Stir with a cinnamon stick and serve.

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