Islands Mint Hot Chocolate Powder, 200g

Islands Mint Hot Chocolate Powder exists as a functional tool for the modern consumer who demands a high impact flavour experience aligned with rigorous ethical standards. Where cheaper mint drinking chocolates lean on synthetic flavouring and vague sourcing, this one puts Caribbean cocoa from known farms up front, with a crisp peppermint lift on top. The 200g tin turns that into something easy at home: an after dinner mint you can drink. For a treat with some bite to it, this dark mint drinking chocolate works on a slow afternoon or as the sweet note after a big meal. Made for yourself or for guests after dinner, it delivers the same cool, even cup every time, and Islands is still making it that way in 2026.

The Story Behind the Islands Brand

Islands is a family run UK brand that has revolutionised the cocoa industry by managing the entire process from seed to tin.

• The Seed to Tin Journey: Unlike most chocolate brands, the Islands brand owns and manages their own farms in the Caribbean. This gives them total control over quality and ensures they can bypass traditional commodity markets.
• UK Craftsmanship: The Dominican Republic and St Vincent grow the beans in full sun, and the mint powder is made in Britain to a standard a barista would be happy with.
• Slavery Free Commitment: By working directly with their own farmers, Islands ensures fair pay practices and a completely slavery free supply chain that respects the dignity of every grower.

Islands Commitment To The Planet

Islands helped lead the move to sustainable cocoa, and each part of the mint powder is chosen with the environment in mind.

• Regenerative Impact: The brand is committed to zero deforestation and has actively planted over a million trees to support Caribbean biodiversity and soil health.
• Packaging: Its parts may split across bins; the printed recycling advice and your council's scheme settle it.
• Chemical Cleanliness: This blend is free from artificial thickeners, emulsifiers, or fillers, ensuring only pure ingredients return to the cycle.

How Do I Make Islands Mint Hot Chocolate Powder?

To get the best results from your Islands hot chocolate and learn how to make a professional mint mocha at home, correct preparation is important. Specific hydration techniques are required to properly emulsify the volatile peppermint oils and cocoa solids.

The Barista Hot Serve Brewing Guide:

• Measure: Add 1 heaped tablespoon (approx 20g) to your favourite pre warmed mug.
• Paste: Add a small splash of boiling water and whisk into a smooth thick paste. This critical step activates the peppermint oils and ensures a lump free drink.
• Combine: Gradually stir in 140ml of heated milk or your preferred plant based alternative. Expert Tip: Using an oat milk alternative specifically enhances the creamy sweetness of this blend.
• The Finish: A quick go with a handheld frother before pouring puts air into the milk and gets you a cafe texture.

The Iced Mint Restoration Recipe:

• Why Try It: Made like this you get a crisp, minty iced chocolate for a hot summer afternoon or to freshen the palate after dinner.
• The Prep: Prepare the concentrated paste as directed above to ensure the natural oils do not float on the surface.
• The Chill: Stir in cold milk and whisk vigorously until fully combined.
• The Serve: Pour over large ice cubes in a tall glass to lock in the cooling menthol aromatics.

The Minty Mocha Luxe Recipe:

• The Base: Whisk 1 tablespoon of powder into a fresh double shot of espresso until a rich and aromatic chocolate syrup forms.
• The Milk: Froth 150ml of milk until a silky microfoam is achieved.
• The Combine: Pour the frothed milk over the mint espresso base. The peppermint slices through the coffee's richness and gives a cafe standard mocha finish.