What’s better than steaming hot chocolate on a cold winter’s day? It kind of feels like the latest trend in Winter & Christmas home decor is to set up a hot cocoa bar (or a wine bar for adults!) in your home. I have to say, I love the idea, so I wanted to share the best hot cocoa bar station ideas I’ve found online.
You can make a hot cocoa bar station using a buffet table, bar cart, tiered tray, or simply a corner of your kitchen island! It’s entirely up to you where you set up your hot chocolate bar, but be sure to put it in a convenient area where guests will find it, without being in the way of course!
Hot Cocoa Bar Stations
A hot cocoa station at home can be a great way to enjoy a delicious and cozy beverage. You can make a variety of drinks that can be tailored to meet everyone’s tastes and preferences. You can make a classic hot cocoa with cocoa powder, sugar, and milk or you can mix it up with flavored syrups and creamers for a more decadent treat. You can make a mocha by adding coffee grounds or espresso powder to your classic hot cocoa. You can also make hot chocolate from melted chocolate chips or pre-made hot chocolate packets. You can top off your creations with whipped cream, sprinkles, and marshmallows to make them even more special.
Here are the coolest hot chocolate bar stations for design inspiration.
1. Hot Chocolate on a Gold Bar Cart with Christmas Garland
2. Farmhouse Hot Cocoa Tiered Stand
3. Hot cocoa bar in the kitchen
4. Mr and Mrs Claus Cups on a Tiered Tray
5. Red and White Festive Hot Cocoa Bar
6. Hot Beverage Station
7. Cocoa Bar
8. Hot cocoa tray
If you don’t have room for a bar, then a hot cocoa tray is a fabulous option, too!
9. Free Cocoa Bar Station
10. Hot Chocolate Station
11. Hot Cocoa Station
12. Christmas Wine Nook
If wine is more your thing, then check out this amazing Christmas wine nook idea!
13. Christmas Blend Cocoa Bar
14. Christmas Cocoa Bar Cart
15. Hot Cocoa and Coffee bar
16. Cocoa Bar Garland and Floating Shelf
Cheers!