One of my favorite things to do during the Holiday season is to make hot cocoa! A rich, warm drink is the perfect paring to all of the festivities this time of year. Whether you are entertaining, or just enjoying time at home, it’s always nice to have some hot cocoa ready to make. We make hot chocolate so often that I had to put together a bar cart this year. It’s easier than ever now to make my favorite drink whenever I want it, and to share a cup with friends and family. Read along to learn how to style a hot cocoa bar cart and the 5 things that every hot cocoa bar cart needs!
1. CUPS AND MUGS
2. AN ELECTRIC KETTLE
3. TOPPINGS
Candy canes are a great compliment to hot cocoa, but marshmallows are in my opinion the best topping. Supply a variety of types for a fun touch- mini, holiday shape, flavored… the more the merrier! I like to fill shakers with powdered toppings like cinnamon and vanilla too.
4. LIGHTS
Everyone associates lights with the holidays, so lights make every hot cocoa bar more festive. I draped my snowflake lights across the front of my bar cart, but you could wrap the cart in lights or drape them around all over if you wanted!
5. HOLIDAY DECOR
Additional holiday decor is what really pulls the hot cocoa bar cart together. Try incorporating a tree with coordinating ornaments, candy jars, cookie plates, towels, candles, even decorative boxes. Have fun putting your hot cocoa bar together and make it a part of your holiday home decor! I am leaving our bar cart up all season next to our matching tree.
Here’s a few of my top picks for bar carts and hot cocoa bar supplies!
xo
Rachael
