Serious Hot Chocolate

Directions

1. 1
   In the top of a double boiler over simmering water, melt the chocolate.
2. 2
   Stir together the milk, cream, sweetened condensed milk, and sugar in a heavy 2-quart saucepan over low heat.
3. 3
   Cook until very hot but not boiling.
4. 4
   Whisk the melted chocolate into the cream mixture and continue whisking until no chocolate streaks remain and the beverage is smooth and very hot.
5. 5
   Pour into mugs and serve.
6. 6
   Add 1 1/2 ounces dark rum to each cup of hot chocolate.