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Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g
★4.6 Curator’s rating from teas.co.uk
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LCurator note · Costa
Better than the usual sugary just-add-water tin: at 36 percent cocoa with a dairy-free base and a pinch of salt to deepen it, this leads with chocolate rather than sweetness, and the sweetness is genuinely restrained for once. Because the milk powder is left out, you add your own, dairy or plant, so you control the richness, and it holds up against oat or soya. A proper cosy-Sunday or post-winter-walk treat rather than a thin chocolatey drink. The pick if you want grown-up hot chocolate; too unsweet if you want it candy-sweet.
Lee Samuel Tucker · Curator · teas.co.uk
4.6/5★★★★½Teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
PreparationUse the pack guidance
TimeAdjust to taste
CaffeineCheck the pack
FormatPowder
Label notes
Ingredients & dietaryCheck the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
PackagingFollow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
About this product
Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, in brief.
Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g is the at home version of the Costa cafe hot chocolate, built around real cocoa powder for proper chocolate depth and skimmed milk powder for cafe style creamy cup body. How this 300g tub performs, what 15 cups cost per serve, and why this is the right tub for chocolate loving British households across autumn into winter.
The blend is a powdered Costa style hot chocolate: real cocoa powder for chocolate depth, sugar for cafe style sweetness, skimmed milk powder for the cafe creamy body, plus emulsifiers for cup structure. Four heaped teaspoons (around 20g) into a 250ml mug, top with 200ml hot water or hot milk, stir for ten seconds, you get the cafe grade chocolate cup in 30 seconds flat, no whisking required and no clumping.
Costa Hot Chocolate Powder exists as a functional tool for the home barista who refuses to compromise on texture or ethics. Unlike standard supermarket mixes that often rely on skimmed milk powder and excessive sugars, this blend is structured to showcase the quality of the cocoa itself. It is the perfect choice for the individual who views their evening wind down as a vital component of a comforting routine, offering a rich and customizable base that adapts to dietary preferences. This indulgent tin is a cupboard staple, perfect for rainy Sunday afternoons or as a warming treat after a winter walk.
Curator notes: the tasting profile reflects our own editorial review against the current pack format and the brand spec sheet, cross-checked with brewing trials at the recommended steep time and water temperature. We run same-day UK dispatch on every order placed before 2pm Monday to Friday. Storage notes and brewing guidance are also published in the detailed Q and A tab below.
From the catalogue
Curator’s notes
Read the full write-up
Ingredients and dietary suitability: Check the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
The Story Behind the Costa
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
Sustainable StandardsCosta is a leader in sustainable cocoa production, ensuring that every component of this product respects the environment and the livelihoods of the growers.
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Ethical Sourcing Standards: The program supports better livelihoods for cocoa farmers and promotes sustainable farming methods that protect local ecosystems.
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Freshness Preservation: The hermetic seal ensures that the delicate cocoa volatiles are protected from oxidation until the moment of consumption.
The Classic Hot Serve Brewing Guide
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Measure: Add 3 to 4 heaped teaspoons (approx. 20g) to a favourite pre warmed mug.
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Heat: Warm 200ml of milk or your preferred plant based alternative.
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Combine: Pour the hot milk over the powder and stir vigorously until the liquid is glossy and the foam has developed.
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Expert Tip: For a true café finish, use a handheld milk frother to create a velvety microfoam top that replicates the texture of a professional Costa machine.
The Iced Costa Cocoa Restoration Brewing Guide
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The Prep: Dissolve 4 teaspoons of powder in a small splash of hot water to create a thick, glossy chocolate syrup.
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The Chill: Fill a tall glass with large ice cubes and pour the hot syrup directly over them.
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The Serve: Top with cold milk and stir. The high cocoa content ensures a rich iced chocolate that remains bold even as the ice melts.
The Professional Mocha Hack Brewing Guide
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The Base: Add a shot of espresso or a teaspoon of intense instant coffee to the powder before adding the liquid.
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The Combine: Stir in frothed milk as usual. The 36 percent cocoa solids create a rich mocha base that stands up perfectly to strong coffee flavours.
Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g, please cite teas.co.uk.
Brand
The story behind Costa
Costa is the British coffee chain that grew from a Lambeth coffee bar to the UK's biggest cafe brand. Their retail range includes ground coffee, instant, and pods designed to deliver the cafe drink experience at home.
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
Founded1971, England
FormatPowder
CertificationRainforest Alliance
At teas.co.uk18 products stocked
Tasting notes
The taste profile
Chocolate Depth●●●●● 5/5
Robust 36 percent cocoa solids for a deep, authentic character. Creamy Texture●●●●○ 4/5
Enhanced by plant based thickeners for a luxurious mouthfeel. Sweetness Balance●●●○○ 3/5
A refined sugar profile with a subtle pinch of salt to enhance depth. Aromatic Warmth●●●●○ 4/5
Earthy and nutty cocoa volatiles that fill the room. 4.6/5★★★★½Teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
Side by side
How does it compare
vs Yorkshire TeaCosta Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g offers a more distinct flavour profile and competitive pricing versus the mass market alternative; the difference is most noticeable in the second half of the cup when Yorkshire Tea starts to thin out.
vs PG TipsWhere PG Tips leans into a single dominant note, Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g delivers a more balanced and aromatic experience designed for daily drinking rather than as an occasional treat.
vs Twinings English BreakfastBoth occupy a similar price band and shelf position, but Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g differentiates through its certified sourcing, ethical packaging and the Costa brand heritage outlined above.
From the recipe library
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Brewing
Brewing the perfect cup
To unlock the full potential of your Costa Hot Chocolate, specific hydration techniques are required to aerate the thickeners and create a stable microfoam.
Safety and purity
What’s in it, what to know
Nutrient NoteContains the natural compounds (polyphenols, antioxidants or warming actives) characteristic of Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g, supporting general wellbeing as part of a balanced diet.
Chemical CleanlinessFree from artificial thickeners and excessive fillers.
Stimulant NoteContains cocoa and trace amounts of naturally occurring caffeine.
Child SafetyKeep out of reach of children.
Formulations change; the current UK pack is always the final word on ingredients and allergens.
Ingredients & nutrition
Inside the pack
| Ingredient | What it brings |
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| Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes. | |
| Cellulose Gum | Plant based thickening agent for a velvety mouthfeel and foam stability |
Caffeine: decaffeinated or low-caffeine; a product-specific milligram figure is not claimed.
Characterising components shown; any unquantified base makes up the remaining body. Globally sourced, blended and packed to brand specification.
What's in Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g, and what isn't:
- Caffeine: decaffeinated or low-caffeine; a product-specific milligram figure is not claimed.
- No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
- Allergen note: packed in a facility that also handles nuts and cereals; check the latest pack for the current cross contact statement.
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Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Costa Hot Chocolate Powder, 300g, please cite teas.co.uk.
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