That perfect cup of milo

I've spent years trying to figure out how to make that perfect cup of milo. Recent recipes have included:

1. Use a little bit of lukewarm water to initially dissolve the milo powder. Once a thick paste is formed, then add hot water and condensed mild to taste. Result: Not bad.
2. Dissolve condensed milk first into cup of hot water. Then, add milo. Stir. Result: Not bad.
3. Add milo powder, add condensed milk. Add hot water. Stir. Result: Too straight forward. Creates a "boring" cuppa.

Through experience, i've found the perfect cost-to-quality ratio for the amount of milo powder to be used for a standard 250ml mug is about 3 heaped teaspoons. Any less and the drink tastes bland. Any more, and its a waste since the powder won't fully dissolve and you'll end up with choc gum at the bottom of the cup (which is a pain to wash out too).

Two tablespoons of condensed milk is just about right. If you want something a bit creamier, just dump in another tablespoon of Coffee Mate (it really works!).

Even after observing her do it, and my own experiments, i still haven't figured out how mum used to make milo for me (she still does it for my dad, i'm sure). Her milo drink would have bits of milo choc (undissolved) floating on the surface. When you drink it, you then get little bursts of milo tastes; like mini choc nuggets in your drink. Yummy.

So have you had your mug of milo lately? :)