Lumumba Drink
This Lumumba drink is rich, indulgent, and delicious. It can be served warm or cold so feel free to warm yourself up with it during cold evenings, enjoy it chilled in summer.
Servings 2
Calories 241kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (or your preferred choice of plant milk, such as almond milk)
- 2 tablespoon hot chocolate powder
- 2 tablespoon sugar - optional (see notes)
- 120 ml/ 4 oz brandy (or brown rum- see notes)
- whipped cream - optional (to garnish)
- 1-2 tablespoon cinnamon or chocolate sprinkles - optional (to garnish)
Instructions
- Add the milk, hot chocolate powder, and sugar to a saucepan.
- Allow this to heat under medium-low heat, whisking from time to time, until warm (do not boil).
- Pour equally into cups, top with the brandy (or rum), then stir. Garnish with whipped cream and cinnamon (optional), then serve. Alternatively, allow the Lumumba drink to cool, then serve it cold with some ice cubes.
Notes
- The sugar is optional so feel free to leave it out, or even use more if you prefer. You can also use your preferred choice of sugar-free sweeteners.
- Make this recipe vegan by using your preferred choice of plant milk.
- Serve your Lumumba drink hot or cold, as preferred.
- Nutritional information is an estimate and should only be used as a guide. It is calculated using tools we use and will vary, depending on the specific products you use. It excludes calories in whipped cream, which is optional.
Nutrition
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 327mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 347mg | Iron: 1mg