Emperor Franz Josef's Mocha and Rum

Chop the cooking chocolate into small pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.

Heat the strong black coffee in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches a gentle simmer, about 2-3 minutes.

Pour the hot coffee over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 30 seconds, then whisk until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.

Stir the sugar into the chocolate-coffee mixture until fully dissolved.

Heat the milk in a separate saucepan over medium heat until steaming and small bubbles form around the edges, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Slowly pour the hot milk into the chocolate-coffee mixture while stirring constantly to create a smooth, homogeneous drink.

Pour the dark rum into the mocha mixture and stir well to combine.

Divide the mocha and rum mixture evenly among four serving cups or mugs.

Top each serving generously with whipped cream and serve immediately while hot.