One of the UK's favourite Costa Coffee classics - the Black Forest and Cream Hot Chocolate is back.

The famed Black Forest and Cream Hot Chocolate, was removed from Costa Coffee's Christmas menu in Autumn 2022. 

The decision left fans across the UK "heartbroken", so much so that Emma Hammond from Tamworth even started an online petition to have the popular drink reinstated on the menu. 

Due to her incredible love and passion for the drink, Costa Coffee has brought the beloved drink back and Emma has been named the official Ambassador of Costa Coffee’s BFHC.

The Northern Echo: Emma Hammond started an online petition to have Costa Coffee’s Black Forest and Cream Hot Chocolate put back on the menu.Emma Hammond started an online petition to have Costa Coffee’s Black Forest and Cream Hot Chocolate put back on the menu. (Image: Costa Coffee)

She said: “I was heartbroken when I found out that Costa Coffee took Black Forest Hot Chocolate off its menu last year.

"For years, the Black Forest Hot Chocolate has been a staple to my festive preparations and having it off the menu would have totally ruined my annual celebrations!

"I’m delighted to see its early return, and to be crowned as Costa Coffee’s Black Forest Hot Chocolate Ambassador. I hope my fellow superfans are equally excited for their first Black Forest of the year!”

When is the Black Forest and Cream Hot Chocolate back at Costa?

Black Forest Hot Chocolate returns to the Costa Coffee menu from November 2.

But don't worry, you won't have to wait that long to get your hands on one.

Costa Club customers can get their hands on a Black Forest Hot Chocolate two weeks early - from Thursday (October 19), by simply showing their Costa Coffee app in-store.

Available in both small and medium sizes, the popular beverage is made up of a rich hot chocolate, blended with cherry sauce and topped with cream and a drizzle of cherry sauce.

Sandra Ferreira, Beverage Innovation Director, at Costa Coffee said: “Our superfans’ passion for the Black Forest Hot Chocolate is undeniable, especially after we heard the nation’s cry for its return last year.

"So, we’re excited to announce the return of one of the nation's favourite classics, the Black Forest Hot Chocolate.

"And what better way to make a grand, dazzling comeback than giving our loyal Costa Club members exclusive early access!”

The Costa Coffee app can be downloaded on the Apple App Store or Google Play, for more information visit their website.