Experience the Delight of Hot Chocolate Chai at Minimal Stores This Winter

Seasonal Delight: Hot Chocolate Chai

As winter approaches, Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate introduces a refreshing and delightful drink: the Hot Chocolate Chai. This indulgent beverage will be available at all Minimal locations from December 1, 2025, to the end of March 2026, making it the perfect winter treat.

A Rich Symphony of Flavors

The Hot Chocolate Chai brings together the luxurious tastes of Madagascar cocoa combined with a unique mix of six spices: cloves, cardamom, vanilla, black pepper, cinnamon, and bay leaves, along with a refreshing orange confit. This blend creates a rich and satisfying drink reminiscent of traditional chai, perfectly balanced between sweetness and spiciness.

The base of this hot chocolate utilizes cocoa beans that are known for their fruity profiles, crafted into both dark and milk chocolate. On top, a creamy chocolate layer made from Ghanaian cocoa beans, blended with white chocolate, adds a smooth and indulgent sweetness, enhancing the overall flavor profile. Finally, chocolate chips made from the same Madagascar cocoa provide an extra burst of flavor with each sip.

Minimal’s meticulous approach to using five different chocolates ensures that the hot chocolate is richly flavored yet not overly heavy, offering a delightful and nuanced taste without any overwhelming aftertaste.

Pricing and Availability

The Hot Chocolate Chai is available for a limited time at the following prices:

- General Price: 890 yen (including tax)
- Azabudai Hills Store Only: 1,000 yen (including tax)

This drink is available for both eat-in and take-out orders, allowing you to enjoy it wherever you go. Be sure to visit any of the following stores to experience this seasonal delight:
1. Minimal Tomigaya Main Store
2. Minimal The Baking Yoyogi Uehara
3. Patisserie Minimal Soshigaya Okura
4. Minimal The Specialty Azabudai Hills

The Art of Chocolate Making at Minimal

At Minimal, a team of chocolatiers and pastry chefs focus on creating exquisite chocolates from high-quality cacao sourced from around the world. Their philosophy embraces simplicity, allowing the standout flavors of the finest ingredients to shine through. Over the years, they have honed their skills in Michelin-starred restaurants and top pastry shops, bringing this expertise to every chocolate and sweet they create.

The founders also engage with cacao farmers directly, working to develop high-quality and flavorful products in sustainable ways that contribute to the economic independence of cacao farmers. Their commitment to ethical practices and continuous improvement in cacao production quality has earned Minimal numerous accolades, including 89 awards over eight years at international competitions.

Join Us for a Cozy Winter Experience

By visiting Minimal cafes, you can enjoy not just the Hot Chocolate Chai but also a variety of chocolate treats, coffee, and desserts, all designed to warm your heart during the chilly months ahead. We invite everyone to experience this unique offering and share the joy of our seasonal Hot Chocolate Chai.

For more information, visit the Minimal website, or follow them on their social media channels for the latest updates. Don't miss out on this delightful winter special that promises to be a lasting memory.