1. Beat together the cream and cocoa powder in a chilled bowl with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form. Reserve.

Looking to whip up some homemade mousse? This is the best chocolate brand that you just have to use - it comes recommended by an expert.

The pricey part of the hot chocolate comes from its core: the chocolate, which Four Seasons Resort said is Valrhona. Valrhona is a French company specializing in gourmet chocolate products.

This town is renowned for its wine production and is home to the prestigious Valrhona chocolate factory, where guests can learn about the chocolate-making process and enjoy tastings.

It came in 500g bars with ingredients like home-roasted pistachios and French Valrhona chocolate. Only 50 were made and they went for the princely sum of €69 ($71) apiece in November.

With so few ingredients, it's crucial to use a high-quality chocolate here for the flavor to really shine. You can't go wrong with Valrhona, which is a preferred brand for pastry chefs worldwide.