Sweet Suzie June
Who said hot chocolate was only a winter indulgence? Jodie Cameron discovers the art of pausing, sipping and savouring the flavours, no matter the weather…
As the days turn golden and the air softens with the promise of spring, there’s something irresistible about stepping outdoors, cup in hand, ready to savour the season. And what better companion than Suzie June Drinking Chocolate – a velvety, mood-lifting take on traditional cocoa that’s rewriting the ritual of seasonal sipping.
The story begins in a Montville café, where husband-and-wife duo Rich and Hannah Hayes set out on a quest for the perfect hot chocolate. Unable to find one that lived up to their cravings, they created their own. The result? Suzie June – blends that carry both a touch of luxury and a whole lot of joy into everyday rituals. Each sip is a celebration of craft: Belgian couverture chocolate meets ethically sourced West African cocoa and Australian cane sugar, balanced with just the right sweetness.
This is no childhood hot chocolate. It’s richer, silkier, and designed to transform ordinary moments into indulgent ones.
“We’ve always been hot chocolate lovers,” Hannah shares. “When we couldn’t find a quality one, we started experimenting.
Once we perfected the recipe, we played with natural flavours and essential oils, and from there, spiced lattes followed.”
Today, their collection is naturally gluten- and dairy-free, spanning original, white, orange, peppermint, lemon myrtle and ginger drinking chocolates, alongside spiced chai, matcha, red velvet and turmeric lattes – all made with heart, spice, and soul.
So why the name Suzie June?
“We wanted a name that felt soft and feminine – like a warm hug,” Hannah explains with a smile. “It’s a name that makes you smile when you say it. And if we’d had a daughter – 100% she would have been named Suzie June.”
Bringing Suzie June into your spring table is effortless. Blend it over ice with a sprig of mint for the dreamiest iced chocolate, swirl into a mocha for an elevated cold brew, or fold through baking and smoothies for a touch of luxe. Nourishing, plant-based, and grounding, each blend adds a little something special – whether you’re planting seeds, planning picnics, or dancing barefoot in the garden.
This spring, invite a little sparkle into your rituals with Suzie June Drinking Chocolate. Pause. Sip. Smile. Because every day deserves chocolate.
Available online, or in select specialty grocers, visit www.suziejune.com.au for more info.
