Step-by-Step Instructions to Help Get Your "Blitzen" On for the Holiday Season.

Baby, it’s cold outside! But inside there’s piping hot cocoa to warm your toes and soul. Coconut milk gives this classic a tropical twist while the spices add depth to the cocoa. Get creative with your flavours—a pinch of cayenne or a star anise will take you on exotic adventures. Whipped coconut cream crowns this decadent drink. Just curl up and enjoy the moment. Vegan, non-dairy, and so good for your spirit.

Ingredients

2 g organic bud

1 13.5 oz can full fat coconut milk

3 Tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder

2 Tbs. sugar

1 tsp. cinnamon

½ tsp. turmeric powder

Preparation

Grind cannabis bud as finely as possible. Heat coconut milk. Add ground bud and simmer gently. Add ½ cup boiling water, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon and turmeric. Divide into two mugs.

Whipped Coconut Cream Topping

Ingredients

1 13.5 oz can full fat coconut milk

¼ to ¾ cups powdered sugar

½ tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Refrigerate can of coconut milk overnight to separate cream from liquid. Chill mixing bowl and beater for at least 10 minutes prior to preparation. Carefully open can of coconut milk. Reserve the liquid for another use. Scrap coconut cream into mixing bowl and beat for 30 seconds until creamy. Add vanilla and powdered sugar and mix for another minute until smooth and creamy. Top Spiced Coconut Hot Chocolate with Whipped Coconut Cream Topping and a dusting of cinnamon. (You may have extra topping that can be kept in the fridge for up to a week.)

Yields 2 mugs and many warm hugs.