Websites are devoted to it, Instagram is awash with images of it and specialist cafes do a trade serving it. It comes in sachets, packets and, best of all, bombs. And it’s a winner when topped with whipped cream and marshmallows. Yes, we’re talking cocoa. Is there a more comforting cup of deliciousness to offer your customers? But it wasn’t always the case.
Drinking chocolate has a fascinating history, beginning as a spicy, chilli-infused and most definitely cold delicacy in ancient Mayan culture. That was before people began to serve it sweetened and warm many years later, once the Spanish had introduced it to Europe.
Today, it’s enjoyed around the world in a number of different ways, from the thick concoction drunk widely in Italy to the thin, frothy, milky version that’s popular here. True, coffee is still the hot drink of choice for adults in Australia and New Zealand. But cocoa is also a clear favourite – especially among Generation Z, where nearly one in five enjoy at least one cup of it a week.
This is also the generation most likely to spend time on social media, so you don’t need to search for long to find thousands of stylised shots of mugs of cocoa so deep and rich they’ll have you drooling – and wanting to serve up similar to your clientele.
Of course, a big part of the appeal is the way the cocoa is presented. Even the tastiest hot cocoa is going to look unappetising in the wrong vessel. This is where Trenton’s crockery ranges hit the sweet spot.
The ceramic mugs, cups and creamers marry prettiness with practicality. Modelled with artisanal style that’s seen a huge rise in popularity in recent years – especially among Gen Zers – these gorgeous beverage sets can either be a bright addition to your cafe, or an understated support for minimalist flare – providing the perfect comforting home for that most comforting of drinks.
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