From the months of October to March, I desperately need my hot cocoa fix. As an adult, with my own money, I’ve decided to invest in cocoa bombs. And of course, I have to load up on the toppings. Crushed cookies, coconut, and some graham cracker bits make for a perfect sip.

My obsession with hot cocoa has taken me to try something new. What if I were to mix tea with hot cocoa? The Maya Team got to work and made my dream a reality. They started with Bonfire Nights, a black tea specifically created to remind you of what it’s like to sit by a campfire. We use Lapsang Souchong to give the blend a nice smokiness as well as some cinnamon and cocoa nibs for some extra flavors. We even added some marshmallows so you know it goes well with the cocoa.

So what happens when you mix Bonfire Nights with Cocoa? Let’s just say, my October to March obsession got a little fancy. If you want to create a cool cup of cocoa, just check out this recipe!

Bonfire Hot Cocoa

What you’ll need:

• 5oz of hot water
• 4tsp of Bonfire Nights Black Tea
• 8oz of Hot Cocoa
• Whipped Cream

How to make it:

• Steep the tea in 5oz of hot water for 8 minutes, then strain the leaves
• Add the tea to 8oz of your favorite hot cocoa
• Heat, froth, and top with a perfect swirl of whipped cream