Cocoa/ˈkəʊkəʊ/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Beverage Context Though cocoa is related to chocolate, as a drink it's usually known as 'hot chocolate'. Let's make some hot chocolate with this cocoa. Pro Tip 2/3Recipe Ingredient Cocoa is commonly used in baking and desserts besides drinks. Add three tablespoons of cocoa to the cake mix. Pro Tip 3/3Flavor Description When describing something's flavor as 'cocoa', it implies a rich, chocolatey taste. This ice cream has a nice cocoa flavor to it.