For thousands of years, ceremonial cacao has been an important part of the spiritual life of the Arhuaco indigenous people of the sacred mountain of the ‘Sierra Nevada’ in Colombia. The Arhuaco considered Cacao as a sacred plant and it is believed to have been used to strengthen their visionary abilities while building sacred sites such as the Lost City. This is the drink for special occasions; especially for ceremonies as cacao is a heart-opening and great for grounding and connecting to oneself; cacao gently nudges the heart chakra open, gifting benefits such as emotional embodiment and spiritual connection.
Ceremonial cacao is an ancient spiritual medicine prepared from the cacao bean, the seed of the sweet fruit of the cacao tree. Our cacao is organically grown alongside other sacred plants and with pure spiritual intentions using ancestral harvesting with full respect to Mother Earth (pachamama). Ceremonial-grade cacao is made through a process of fermenting and then sun-drying or lightly toasting the beans. The beans are then de-husked and stone ground into a paste, nothing added, nothing removed. This is important as it means the beans natural fat remains aiding to balance its stimulating effects and make it easier for your body to absorb it over time.
Cacao increases energy levels and concentration, illuminates a pathway to creativity, and balances the male and female energies within the body. Cacao also improves blood flow and circulation. Lastly, drinking cacao with intention enhances and deepens daily practices like meditation, yoga, and conscious dance.
Owing to the powerful energy of the Sierra Nevada and its people, Arhuaco cacao is already considered among the best in the world!
Quantity: 80g: 8 servings ☕︎
Directions: Add 2 tsp to 1 cup (250 ml) of hot water (not boiling) or ‘milk’ of your choice. You can also use a tea blend instead to melt in the cacao. Stir well and enjoy!
Ingredients: Organic Cacao Paste (Pre-crumbled for ease of preparation.)
*Fair Trade *Organic *Vegan *Poverty Alleviation
* Replacement of illicit coca crops *Supports Ancestral Culture & Traditions
This is a superfood, and these are its main characteristics:
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Whole Food:
It's made from milling cacao beans into a paste, preserving the whole bean's nutrients and fats.
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Nutritious:
Contains a balanced mix of healthy fats, fiber, and essential nutrients like magnesium, iron, and antioxidants.
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Rich Flavor:
Often richer in flavor than cacao powder, and has a more intense taste.
Using it during a ceremony?
Some cacao pastes are considered "ceremonial" because they are made from specific bean types, are organic, and follow fair-trade practices. The ceremonial dose is 40 g in a cup of hot (not boiling) water or milk of your choice.
1) Choose a quiet space where you feel well.
2) Use crystals, incense, or candles to set the mood, cleanse the space with Palo Santo, sage, or any other cleansing plant, and create an intentional atmosphere.
3) Don't forget to focus on your intentions from your intake of this sacred medicine and send some prayers.
4) Some people sing medicine songs during the preparation and serving of ceremonial cacao to enhance this experience and play some high vibration music while drinking it.
5) Journal any reflections from this experience.
Read our Blog Post: "Exploring the Rich Tradition of Ceremonial Cacao for the Arhuaco Indigenous People of Colombia" to learn more about our Cacao and it's rich tradition for the Arhuaco indigenous people that grow it.
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