Frequently Asked Questions
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Makes 1 cup of cacao
- Heat 10 OZ of water over stove
- Add 1 tbs honey or preferred sweetener, cinnamon, salt, cayenne & a tiny bit of tahini and froth.
- Then add 4-6 cacao discs and froth or blend.
- Add choice of milk if desired.
Make sure not to boil your cacao as it reduces potency.
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- Find a peaceful space for yourself.
- Sit with your cacao before drinking. Smell it, bring it to your heart and tune into your current feelings.
- Offer a prayer of gratitude for this moment, the spirit of cacao and the indigenous people that have cultivated the medicine for generations.
- Speak your intention for this heart medicine into your cup.
- Sip your cacao
- Breath slow, observe your thoughts and feelings. Allow the things you may be avoiding to come into light. Let the medicine guide you.
- Close the ceremony
- Drink water and integrate
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Ceremonial cacao paste is made from whole cacao beans that are minimally processed and ground into a paste, retaining all the natural fats (cacao butter) and nutrients for a rich, full-bodied experience. In contrast, cacao powder is made by pressing out most of the cacao butter from the beans, resulting in a drier, powder with a lighter texture and less fat. You can google the "Dutch Alkali Processing Method" to see how cocoa powder is actually made. You won't like what you see.
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Yes! Unlike caffeine based drinks, cacao has a gentler effect that is made from stimulating blood flow from the heart, rather than blocking receptors in the brain. You may find its a more relaxed energy. Dosage is everything.
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Orders ship the following business day and take 2-3 days to arrive after that. All orders are packed in insulated mailers with cold packs to keep them from melting.
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Our cacao is grown on a small, family-run farm in the tropical deserts of northwestern Peru, where cultivation is rooted in tradition, respect for the land, and deep reverence for the cacao spirit. It’s single origin, meaning every disc comes from the same sacred soil — no blending, no shortcuts.
The beans are hand-harvested, sun-dried, stone-ground, and poured with intention into ritual-ready discs — preserving the full fat, flavor, and energetic potency of the cacao. Nothing is removed, nothing is added. Just pure, whole-bean cacao, minimally processed to retain its natural alkaloids and mood-enhancing compounds.
This is what makes it ceremonial grade — not just the quality of the bean, but the care, consciousness, and lineage behind every step of its journey.
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Not in the way you might think — but yes, in the best way. Ceremonial cacao doesn’t create a “high” like cannabis or psychedelics, but it does uplift your mood, open your heart, and create a gentle, blissful state of presence. Thanks to natural compounds like theobromine, anandamide (the “bliss molecule”), and magnesium, many people feel more connected, energized, and emotionally open after drinking it — grounded, not altered.
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A subscription makes it easy to stay consistent, with free shipping, member discounts, and access to exclusive wellness activations like guided yoga & breath work. Cancel anytime after your second month, and easily manage your delivery frequency and preferences in your customer portal.
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Cacao is packed with natural compounds that support your body, mind, and mood. It’s rich in magnesium to relax the nervous system, theobromine for gentle, sustained energy, and anandamide (the "bliss molecule") to uplift your mood. It’s also loaded with antioxidants that reduce inflammation and support heart and brain health. Over time, regular cacao rituals can help improve focus, emotional resilience, and overall well-being — all while tasting amazing.
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We ship from San Diego, CA, USA and currently ship everywhere in the USA and Canada. If you want to get our cacao in another country reach out and we can work it out!
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Yes! If you’re not satisfied with your order, we offer refunds within 30 days of purchase. Just send the product back to us and we’ll refund you. You pay for shipping it back and we will refund your initial shipping cost so it evens out.
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Absolutely. Ceremonial cacao offers a smooth, sustained energy boost without the crash, jitters, or acidity of coffee. Instead of caffeine, it contains theobromine, a gentler stimulant that supports blood flow and focus while keeping your nervous system calm. Many people use it as a daily ritual to energize their body, lift their mood, and stay grounded — all without relying on coffee.