Angelina's Signature Old-Fashioned Hot Chocolate

It has taken over 120 years to perfect Angelina’s signature blend of bespoke African Cocoa from Niger, Ghana and Ivory Coast. It’s the one that has never been equalled, the one that Parisians queue for in the midst of winter. Its exceptional taste and distinctive character have made it Angelina’s signature.

Chocolat L'Africain : The Legend Parisians Queue For

For over 120 years, one hot chocolate has stood unequaled. One recipe has never been surpassed. This is the hot chocolate that draws lines down Rue de Rivoli in the heart of winter—the one that Coco Chanel savored at her favorite table, that Marcel Proust lingered over in Belle Époque splendor. This is L'Africain: Angelina's signature old-fashioned hot chocolate.

A Century of Perfection

It has taken more than 120 years to perfect this extraordinary blend. The secret lies in our bespoke selection of three carefully chosen African cocoa varieties from Niger, Ghana, and Ivory Coast. Each origin brings its own distinctive character—sweet, smooth, and utterly unique—creating a symphony of chocolate unlike anything else in the world.

The result? A hot chocolate so rich, so velvety, it's almost pudding-like. So decadent that your spoon nearly stands upright. So unforgettable that it has become Angelina's signature.

The Angelina Experience, At Home

Now, you can bring this legendary Parisian indulgence directly to your door. Our ready-to-serve bottled hot chocolate captures the authentic taste and luxurious texture of what we serve in our tearooms—the same recipe that has made us famous for over a century.

What Makes It Special:

• Premium African Cocoa Blend — Three exceptional cocoa varieties create complex, balanced chocolate notes
• Traditional Recipe — The same closely guarded formula served since 1903
• Authentic Texture — Thick, velvety, and remarkably rich—true French-style drinking chocolate
• Exceptional Taste — Sweet yet sophisticated, with distinctive character that sets it apart
• French Milk — Made with pasteurized semi-skimmed milk from France

Serving Suggestions

The Classic Angelina Way:
Warm the bottle gently in a hot water bath or microwave (less than 1 minute). Pour into a delicate cup or pitcher. Serve with a generous dollop of whipped cream (Chantilly) on the side for dipping—the perfect complement to balance the chocolate's intensity.

Perfect Pairings:

• A flaky croissant for dipping
• Our signature Mont-Blanc pastry
• French macarons
  

The History Behind L'Africain

The name "L'Africain" pays tribute to the African origins of our exceptional cocoa beans. Since opening at 226 Rue de Rivoli in 1903—steps from the Louvre and the Jardin des Tuileries—Angelina has been the essential meeting place for Parisian aristocracy, artists, and fashion icons. Our hot chocolate became legendary not just for its taste, but for the moments it accompanied: intimate conversations in our Belle Époque salon, winter afternoons watching snow fall on the Tuileries, celebrations of life's sweetest pleasures.

Today, visitors from around the world seek out this same experience. Now you can savor it wherever you are.

Product Details

Ingredients: Pasteurized semi-skimmed milk (origin: France), chocolate 24.5% (cocoa, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin, natural vanilla flavor)

Cocoa Content: 24.5% premium chocolate blend

Nutritional Information (per 100ml):

• Energy: 687 kJ / 165 kcal
• Fat: 10g (saturated: 6g, trans: 0g)
• Carbohydrates: 0g (sugars: 12g)
• Protein: 4g
• Salt: 0.09g

Storage:

• Store in a cool, dry place before opening
• Made with ultra-pasteurized milk, safe to keep at room temperature until opened
• Once opened, refrigerate and consume within 48 hours

Allergens: Contains milk and soy. May contain traces of nuts.

Why This Hot Chocolate Is Different

This isn't cocoa powder mixed with hot water. This is genuine melted chocolate transformed into liquid velvet. The thickness, the richness, the way it coats your palate—this is drinking chocolate as the French intended it: an experience, not just a beverage.

As food writers say: once you've had Angelina's hot chocolate, nothing else will satisfy. It's the kind of taste memory that stays with you, calling you back to Paris—or to your own kitchen—for just one more sip of perfection.