2023

Jun

2023

The School Camp “Milo”

Twenty Eight

Step back in time and relive the nostalgic memories of school camp with a delightful twist. The School Camp Milo captures the joy and excitement of being a kid and indulging in a late-night chocolate treat.

Prepare to be transported to those cherished moments of gathering around the campfire, savouring the rich and comforting flavours of Milo. The drink is crafted with care, combining malt syrup and 50% dark chocolate, resulting in a luscious and indulgent hot chocolate experience.

The inspiration for this nostalgic creation came from the classic cups we all grew up with, evoking warm memories of school camps and late-night gatherings. The team at Twenty Eight Café aims to bring back those cherished moments and create new ones for their valued customers.

Come and experience The School Camp Milo at Twenty Eight Café, where a sip of this delightful beverage will transport you back in time, filling your heart with pure joy and nostalgia. It’s a sweet journey you won’t want to miss!

At Twenty Eight, they understand the importance of catering to different dietary needs. While The School Camp Milo can be made dairy-free using oat milk, it contains malted barley syrup and oat milk, which may not be suitable for those following a gluten-free diet. However, it can be enjoyed by many who have a gluten tolerance. For a vegan option, simply omit the marshmallows and biscuit toppings.

Ingredients: Malt syrup, 50% dark chocolate, oat milk. It can be vegan without the marshmallows and biscuit.

Milk alternatives available | Takeaway only | Customer keep cup option

Trading Hours: Monday – Friday 7am-3pm | Saturday 8:30am-2pm

Twenty Eight
28 Cornwall Street

Jun

2023

Butterball Hot Chocolate

Tutaki Cafe

Tutaki Café invites you to indulge in their delectable creation, the Butterball Hot Chocolate!

The irresistible Butterball Hot Chocolate awaits, enticing with its rich and creamy texture that harmonizes flawlessly with the delightful flavours of butterscotch and caramel sauce. It’s a match made in heaven!

With each sip, you are treated to a symphony of indulgent sensations. The smooth and decadent combination of chocolate, butterscotch, and caramel dances on your taste buds, creating a heavenly fusion of sweet and buttery goodness. This delectable beverage promises to satisfy every sweet tooth and provide a momentary escape from the daily hustle and bustle.

Tutaki Café prides itself on creating an inviting and cosy environment where you can relax and enjoy your hot chocolate to the fullest.

Don’t miss out on the chance to treat yourself to the luxurious Butterball Hot Chocolate at Tutaki Café. It’s the perfect indulgence for those seeking a moment of pure delight and unparalleled flavour.

Ingredients: White chocolate and butterscotch syrup mixed with milk, (almond, soy, coconut, or almond), whipped cream, caramel sauce, wafer cone.

Take away available | Dairy Free without biscuit | Vegan possible without marshmallow and biscuit

Serving Hours: Monday – Sunday 8am-3pm

Tutaki Cafe
30C Laings Road

Jun

2023

Lux

The Neighbourhood

Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey goodness that will transport you to a world of pure delight. The Lux hot chocolate at The Neighbourhood is a luxurious, smooth, and warming cup of pure deliciousness.

Savour every sip of this exquisite hot chocolate, as it wraps you in a blanket of pure indulgence. Topped with sweet, whipped cream and sprinkled with delightful treats, it’s a treat for both your taste buds and your soul.

The Neighbourhood is more than just a cafe. They’re a community-driven establishment, dedicated to giving back to our beloved community.

Some of the profit from the café will be used to fund things like the 180 meals currently prepared by a team for the food bank each week. And that’s just the beginning!

Ingredients: Dark chocolate, brown sugar, vanilla essences, cream, milk, cocoa powder. Toppings are crushed flake, crushed Maltesers, butterscotch caramel sauce, golden sprinkles, and marshmallow.

Vegetarian | Gluten Free | Takeaway Available | Child size available | Can be Celiac friendly upon request

Trading Hours: Monday – Saturday 6:30am-2:30pm

The Neighbourhood
146 High Street

Jun

2023

Chocky Chow

The Crooked Elm

Indulge in the perfect blend of Nutella, cinnamon sugar, and a nutty Belgian hot chocolate served in a delightful donut for a truly exceptional experience.

For those seeking an extra kick, adults can enjoy a spirited twist with the addition of Frangelico, elevating Chocky Chow into a delightful hot choccy with a hint of indulgence.

The Crooked Elm, with its charming English pub setting, sets the stage for a cosy and inviting ambiance to enjoy your Chocky Chow. Imagine yourself on the deck, basking in the warm winter sun, and savouring every sip of this delightful drink. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary hot chocolate creation that promises to tantalize your taste buds.

Join us at The Crooked Elm and bring along your best hot chocolate and donut puns to add to the fun and enjoyment!

Ingredients: Hot chocolate, Nutella, cinnamon sugar, white chocolate, mini marshmallows served in pre-made donut (ask The Crooked Elm for these ingredients).
With a smidge of Candy Cutique Hot Chocolate Candy Floss. Contains: organic cane sugar and natural chocolate flavour topped with organic cacoa nibs.

Trading Hours: Wednesday – Friday 12pm till late | Saturday and Sunday from 10am till late | Closed Monday and Tuesday

The Crooked Elm
25 Laings Road

Jun

2023

Butterscotch Hot Chocolate Indulgence

Starbucks Lower Hutt

Get ready to indulge in the irresistible Butterscotch Hot Chocolate at Starbucks Lower Hutt! This exquisite beverage combines the sweetness of white mocha syrup and the richness of dark caramel, creating a harmonious blend that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Imagine the warmth of the velvety butterscotch hot chocolate as it caresses your throat, wrapping you in a cosy embrace that warms you to the core. Let yourself sink into your chair, relax, and enjoy a moment of pure indulgence.

To elevate your indulgent experience, the Butterscotch Hot Chocolate is topped with a luscious dark caramel whipped cream, adding an extra layer of decadence to every sip. It’s a true delight for your senses!

Join Starbucks Lower Hutt on this flavour-filled journey and treat yourself to the Butterscotch Hot Chocolate Indulgence. Let the warm embrace, exquisite flavours, and serene ambiance of the café transport you to a realm of pure bliss.

Ingredients: White mocha syrup, dark caramel syrup, milk, dark caramel whipped cream

Update: due to supply demand, the dairy free whipped cream isn’t available. Starbucks Lower Hutt are working hard on getting this back in stock.

Multiple size options | Take away available | Customer keep cup option |
True Dairy Free not available, though there is a low dairy free option by swapping milk, removing cream and removing the dark caramel syrup.

Trading Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30am-5:30pm | Saturday 7:30am-5:30pm | Sunday 8:30am-5:30pm

Starbucks Lower Hutt
6 Bunny Street

Jun

2023

Chippo Hippo

Sierra Cafe Queensgate

Chippo Hippo is chocolate bliss. This hot chocolate combines dark chocolate, white chocolate, and a hint of hazelnut chocolate, creating a harmonious blend of flavours. Each mug is adorned with a handmade double chocolate cookie and a delightful happy hippo chocolate bar.

The inspiration behind Chippo Hippo comes from a book, where a lovable hippo dreams about chocolate cookies day and night. Now, you can taste the joy and wonder of that story with every sip. It’s an experience that the whole family will adore.

Ingredients: Chocolate, white chocolate, hazelnut syrup, milk, double chocolate, chocolate cookie, hippo chocolate bar.

Trading Hours: Monday – Wednesday 9am-6pm | Thursday 9am-9pm | Friday and Saturday 9am-6pm | Sunday 10am-5:30pm

Sierra Cafe Queensgate
Ground Floor, Queensgate Shopping Centre

Jun

2023

Ginger Bread Hot Chocolate

Pickles Perch

Cosy up with a cup of warmth and happiness as Pickles Perch presents their Gingerbread Hot Chocolate for the Sweet As Challenge!

Indulge in the delightful flavours of cinnamon, chocolate, churro, and gingerbread, blended to create a beverage that will make you feel warm, fuzzy, and oh-so-comfortable. It’s a sip of pure bliss that will transport you to gingerbread wonderland.

But wait, there’s more! For those looking for a spirited twist, you can add a touch of Baileys to create an alcoholic version that will elevate your hot chocolate experience to new heights. It’s the perfect choice for those seeking a little extra kick in their cosy cup.

Find Pickles Perch nestled in the Angus Hotel, just a stone’s throw away from Queensgate Shopping Centre. Their family-friendly atmosphere and Sunday opening hours make them the perfect spot to enjoy quality time with your loved ones while savouring delightful creations.

Whether you’re looking for a comforting non-alcoholic treat or an indulgent spirited option, Pickles Perch is here to satisfy your cravings. Join us for a sip of gingerbread magic!

Ingredients: Gingerbread shott syrup, Cadbury chocolate powder, whipped cream, cinnamon, homemade gingerbread men with icing and m&ms, homemade crushed gingerbread.

Multiple size options | Milk alternatives available | Cannot cater to dietary requirements

Trading Hours: Monday – Sunday 7:30am-10pm

Pickles Perch
5 Cornwall Street, Angus Hotel

Jun

2023

Chocwork Orange

Muffin Break Queensgate

Warm up your winter days with a delightful treat from Muffin Break Queensgate—the Chocwork Orange joins the Sweet As Challenge!

Indulge in a creamy hot chocolate that beautifully combines the classic pairing of chocolate and orange. This naughty but nice combination will tantalize your taste buds, offering a hint of refreshing orange to complement the rich chocolate flavour. It’s like a dose of vitamin C in a sinful treat!

Muffin Break Queensgate is more than just a bustling cafe—it’s a welcoming space for the whole family. You’ll find treats that are not only affordable but also cater to everyone’s taste buds. It’s a place where smiles from the staff make you feel right at home, and their hot chocolate warms you from the inside out, just like a hug in a cup.

Visit Muffin Break Queensgate today and experience the magic of their Chocwork Orange hot chocolate. Treat yourself to a moment of pure indulgence and let the flavours transport you to a world of chocolatey bliss. Don’t miss out on this delightful creation—because life is too short to resist the temptation of chocolate and orange!

At Muffin Break Queensgate, they understand the timeless appeal of chocolate and orange. It’s a flavour combination that leaves a lasting impression, reminding us of how well they complement each other. So why not treat yourself to a little indulgence and enjoy the naughty-but-nice goodness of Chocwork Orange?

Ingredients: Cadbury drinking chocolate, Flamed Orange SHOTT syrup, cream, milk, jelly crystals.

Trading Hours: Monday – Wednesday, Friday and, Sat 9am-6pm | Thursday 9am-9pm | Sunday 10am-5.30pm

Muffin Break Queensgate
Level One, Queensgate Shopping Centre

Jun

2023

Frozen Jaffa & Ginger Kid Snuggle

Jojo’s Sweet Treats

Get ready for a nostalgic treat at Jojo Sweet Treats with their entry in the Sweet As Challenge: the Frozen Jaffa & Ginger Kid Snuggle!

This delightful creation features orange chocolate ripple gelato, accompanied by Jaffa lollies and a gingerbread kid iced artisan cookie. It’s a frozen hot chocolate experience like no other in this year’s Challenge!

Immerse yourself in a wave of nostalgia as the Jaffa gelato and lollies awaken fond memories. The gingerbread kid adds a touch of goodness that takes you back to a time when home baking was always a special treat. It’s a taste sensation that will make you feel like a kid in a candy store!

Step into Jojo Sweet Treats and let the ambiance whisk you away to an old-school lolly shop, where jars of delectable treats line the store and the walls. The whimsical atmosphere adds an extra layer of charm to your Sweet As experience.

Last year, Jojo Sweet Treats joined the Sweet As Challenge for the first time and had an absolute blast. The team enjoyed the excitement so much that they couldn’t resist participating in round two! Their passion for creating delightful, sweet treat shines through in every sip and bite.

Ingredients: Jaffa gelato – milk based (can get all the ingredients from supplier), Gingerbread Kid (wheat flour, butter, milk, golden syrup, sugar, water, brown sugar, egg, spices, raising agent, sodium bicarbonbate, salt, royal icing, glazing agents, Thickener (gum arabic), colours (natural), emulsifier (sunflower, Lecithin), Jaffa lollies

Open 7 days | Takeaway only | Child size available | Multiple size options available

Trading Hours: Monday – Friday 11am-6pm | Sat – Sun 10am-5pm

Jojo’s Sweet Treats
189 High Street

Jun

2023

I Want Moro That!

Janus Bakkerij

Get ready for a chocolate lover’s dream! Janus Bakkerij presents a decadent treat that combines the irresistible flavours of chocolate, chocolate mousse, and caramel in their “I Want Moro That!” hot chocolate.

Prepare for a delightful experience where you can enjoy the dessert-like topping with a spoon, savouring every rich and luxurious bite, before diving into the comforting warmth of the hot chocolate beneath. It’s the ultimate chocolate mousse and caramel-inspired hot chocolate that will leave you craving for more! It’s like savouring a melted chocolate bar in a cup!

This marks Janus Bakkerij’s first official year in the Sweet As Hutt’s Hot Chocolate Challenge, continuing the tradition started by the passionate owners of Fix Federation who took over this renowned Lower Hutt eatery. The Janus team is thrilled to participate and watch their customers relish their delicious creation. Sit back, sip, and enjoy the experience they’ve crafted just for you!

Visit Janus Bakkerij and treat yourself to the exquisite “I Want Moro That!” hot chocolate. It’s a delight for chocolate enthusiasts and a true indulgence for the senses!

Ingredients: Hot chocolate, chocolate whipped cream, caramel sauce, crunchy pearls, Moro bar. Milk (can use alternative milk – soy, oat, almond and coconut available), dairy based whipped cream mousse and gluten in the Moro bar chunks and crispy pearls.

Open 7 days | Vegetarian | Milk alternatives available | Multiple size options

Trading Hours: Monday – Saturday 7:30am-4pm | Sunday 8am-4pm

Janus Bakkerij
700 High Street

2023

The School Camp “Milo”

Twenty Eight

Butterball Hot Chocolate

Tutaki Cafe

Lux

The Neighbourhood

Chocky Chow

The Crooked Elm

Butterscotch Hot Chocolate Indulgence

Starbucks Lower Hutt

Chippo Hippo

Ginger Bread Hot Chocolate

Pickles Perch

Chocwork Orange

Muffin Break Queensgate

Frozen Jaffa & Ginger Kid Snuggle

Jojo’s Sweet Treats

I Want Moro That!

Janus Bakkerij

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