Lake Louise boozy hot mint chocolate

We had this hot chocolate after a morning spent ice skating and a sleigh ride at Lake Louise in  -14C temperatures - and it is the most delicious drink in the world when you are freezing and can't feel your fingers!  You can always leave out the alcohol if you just want a plain hot chocolate.

Lake Louise boozy hot chocolate

Ingredients (serves 4)

4 cups milk

1 cup fresh cream

1 block good quality dark chocolate

2 tbsp light brown sugar

1/2 cup Chocolate Mint liqueur

Warm the milk and cream in a medium saucepan over a medium-low heat. Break the chocolate into pieces and add to the milk. Whisk until melted and combined. Add the sugar and whisk until dissolved. Continue to warm the mixture until it starts to thicken a little, then whisk in the liqueur, if using.  If you want to be particularly decadent, top with some whipped cream and chocolate shavings.