# Tropical Crockpot Cocoa Tea Coconut Hot Chocolate is Like Sipping on a Little Bit of Paradise By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-11-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-hot-chocolate References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2012/11/crockpot-coconut-hot-chocolate/) You might have tasted hot chocolate before, but have you ever sipped on a steaming hot cup of [coconut hot chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozart-coconut-chocolate-liqueur) straight from the crock pot? Unsweetened coconut milk and [condensed milk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberries-cream1) is combined into a ready to brew crockpot. Added in are fine delicacies like the vanilla extract and shredded dark chocolate along with Dutch cocoa powder. Using a crockpot causes all of the ingredients to be steamed and mixed to perfection. So that the liquid will melt in your mouth once you indulge in it. To make your tropical chocolate experience amazingly tasty, the rim of your mug should be coated in [crushed toasted coconut](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pia-colada-with-pulp). Make sure you top off your brew with lots of whipped cream and mini marshmallows. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Coconut Hot Chocolate:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new flavors and variations of hot chocolate using coconut milk as the base. - **Crockpot Beverages:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a range of crockpot beverages beyond hot chocolate, such as teas, coffees, and spiced drinks. - **Gourmet Beverage Garnishes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent and market unique garnishes like crushed toasted coconut to enhance the flavor and presentation of hot beverages. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the creation of innovative and exotic drink recipes to meet the demand for unique flavor experiences. - **Appliances and Kitchenware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced crockpot technology and accessories for preparing a variety of beverages. - **Food Service and Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer specialty crockpot beverages as part of the menu in restaurants, cafes, and hotels to attract customers seeking unique drink options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summertime Hot Chocolate Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pina-colada-hot-chocolate.md) - [Icy Hot Chocolate Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jamba-frozen-hot-chocolate.md) - [Hot Chocolate Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-chocolate-cubes.md) - [Frozen Hot Cocoa Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-hot-cocoa-mix.md) - [Bittersweet Drinking Chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bittersweet-drinking-chocolate.md) - [Caramelized Fruit Hot Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramelised-pineapple-drinking-chocolate.md) - [Spicy Hot Chocolate Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-cayenne-pepper.md) - [Chocolate Coconut Waters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-coconut-water.md) - [Frozen Vegan Hot Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-frrrozen-hot-chocolate.md)