Castle Kitchen Double Decadent Dark Hot Chocolate Mix – Dairy-Free, Vegan, Plant Based, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Kosher Hot Cocoa – Just Add Water – 14 oz Tin

The Flavor: If you’re tired of the thin, overly sugary taste of "cheap" grocery store packets, this is the upgrade you’ve been looking for. The flavor is incredibly rich and deeply chocolatey without being overpowering. You can tell it’s made with quality cocoa and fewer "filler" ingredients than the budget brands. ​ My Preparation Hack: While the directions suggests water, I’ve found the absolute sweet spot: half 2% milk and half water. * The milk provides that essential creaminess and body. ​ Consistency is Key: One of my biggest pet peeves with premium mixes is when they clump or leave a thick layer of un-dissolved "mud" at the bottom of the mug. This mix dissolves incredibly easily and consistently. ​ Final Verdict: 5 Stars. It’s a decadent treat that actually feels like a gourmet cafe drink at home. It’s worth the extra couple of dollars to get a smooth, clean finish in every cup.

Very good hot chocolate. I will buy this again in the fall.

This is so yummy! Being gluten free and dairy free is hard to find hot cocoa. Definitely a must.

I received this today and tried it. I often have "instant cocoa" so I know how to make it. I always heat it up and let it set for at least 10 minutes before I drink it which allows more flavor to come through. This still tasted watery after 12 minutes. I will try this with pure milk sometime and edit this review if that improves it. The label (I think from Amazon) is over the instructions. I had to peel off the label before I could see the measurements. EDIT: I have tried this will milk several times now. The flavor is better that way but not perfect. It takes extra stirring to get this to dissolve completely. Also, the label shows that there are 14 servings in the container which means it costs about $1 per serving. Not as good of a value as I had thought.

Pleasantly surprised by how good this is! I love hot chocolate but am bothered by dairy, so I’ve been searching for something that would allow me to enjoy without discomfort later. I will be buying this again! My husband - who has no dairy issues - went straight from drinking his Swiss Miss with whole milk to trying this and was even impressed by the taste! I’ve made this both with lactose free milk and oat milk and had good results with both. Haven’t tried with water because I like the creamier texture.

This hot chocolate is amazing! I have lactose intolerance and cannot digest the milk in regular hot chocolate. This product is an amazing substitute! Just adding water, it's rich and decadent. You stir it into hot water and a rich foam forms on the top. Once you sip off the foam, the dark chocolate is below and looks like coffee. This product is absolutely delicious! I highly recommend this product, especially to those who are lactose intolerant and miss hot chocolate!

I don't plan to buy this again. The flavor doesn't nearly match up to the name: Double Dutch DARK Chocolate PREMIUM Hot Cocoa Mix. Didn't have a dark chocolate flavor, and it didn't seem "premium" enough to charge $14. Get some Hershey's Special Dark Cocoa and make your own. A little sugar, maybe a drop of vanilla, whatever milk you use, and voila. Drop in a candy cane or a cinnamon stick, or add some marshmallows if you like. But THIS was a double disappointment: The product AND the price.

I wasn't sure what to expect from this DF hot chocolate. I've had some disappointing samples in the past. Nevermore! I used oat milk to mix this heavenly brew. With little effort, this powder quietly dissolved in my holiday mug with little mixing needed. When I took my first sip of this gloriously decadent, rich, smooth delight meant to bring comfort to the holders of the sacred cup of cocoa, I was transported to a magical place where every house is blanketed in snow and has a crackling fire and overstuffed couch perfectly spaced as to not overheat while you sit in the wavering firelight with no care in the world. This is well worth your time.

This is the best hot chocolate I have ever had. I'm a little upset with the price going up though.

I like the taste better than regular hot chocolate. Will definitely purchase again!

This is THE BEST in taste. Lots of sugar though. Being a diabetic, it may not be the wisest choice. However it has no fats so I'll let that one slide. 😂 Thanks guys! Better than ice cream... 🫶🏼

Nice texture—smooth and creamy. Despite the name “dark chocolate,” it’s not bitter at all and is actually quite sweet. Very enjoyable overall. I just wish it were available in a bigger size

Amazing vegan hot chocolate