I have seen so many great discussions of chocolate in this forum that I wanted to add our latest discovery. Godiva in Brussels (not the Grand Place branch, however) sells a wonderful new drink. It is along the lines of a Frappucino, however, it is made with Godiva chocolate. It is icy cold, and they grind in small Godiva chocolate bars. I wasn't sure how this would all work, but we soon became addicted on our latest trip to Brussels. Really rich, wonderful flavor. There is also a coffee flavored one, but I didn't try it. Make sure to go up to Place du Grand Sablon or Avenue Louise to try one if you are in Brussels.

Just saw this advertised yesterday in the window of the Godiva store in Rockefeller Center in NYC as well (though I know the Godiva chocolate served in Belgium is supposedly better than what they export to us). Didn't get one, however.

Maybe this is being offered throughout the Godiva stores?

edited to add:
this info appears on their website. Apparently the drink is available at select locations.

Introducing New Godiva Chocolixir�, the ultimate combination of refreshment and decadence.


For more than ninety percent of its 1,500 year history, chocolate was consumed as a beverage and believed to be the favored drink of the Mayan Gods. In May 2005, Godiva proudly announces the introduction of its sacred treat, new Chocolixir�, an icy chocolate blended beverage. Unlike any other chocolate beverage on earth, Godiva Chocolixir� is the only made to order chocolate drink blended with real Godiva chocolate that you can taste in every cup! This refreshing indulgence is perfect on-the-go and is sure to satisfy your chocolate craving in a cool new way.

Chocolixir� is available in 3 flavors:

Dark Chocolate Decadence � Godiva 72% Extra Dark Chocolate pieces are blended with rich dark chocolate flavors.
Milk Chocolate Latte � Creamy Godiva Milk Chocolate pieces are blended with coffee and caramel flavors.
White Chocolate Raspberry � Smooth Godiva White Chocolate pieces are blended with light vanilla flavors and topped with rich red raspberry.


Chocolixir� is available in select Godiva Boutiques only. Each drink is 12 oz. and sells for $4.50.

Interesting that the drink is coming here too. Sounds like the flavors are a bit different. I think the problem with Godiva chocolate here is that it is a whole different product than the Belgian Godiva - theirs is made in Belgium and ours is made in the US. And as Belgian chocolate goes, Godiva is not really top of the heap - I prefer Pierre Marcolini and Wittamer. But the Chocolixir is yummy and cold. A great icy drink - something which is hard to find in Europe in the summer.