Holy Wow Cacao – Alta Verapaz

$65.00$120.00

Cacao has a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations like the Maya and Aztecs, who revered it as a powerful plant spirit which they used in everyday life - from ceremonies to mending broken relationships to guidance around farming their land. Today cacao is still celebrated for her beautiful heart opening qualities and her ability to guide our spirits to higher levels of compassion and oneness Cacao contains various beneficial compounds like theobromine, which is a mild stimulant, and anandamide, a neurotransmitter which is associated with feelings of bliss. Drinking cacao can boost mood, focus, and creativity.

Alta Verapaz is from the jungles in the far north of Guatemala. This is also a collective of micro-family-farms that create an interesting mixture of beans that is definitely not “single origin,” but has the strength found in diversity.

This region is famous the world over for its Cacao. This is also the largest region of Mayan ruins in existence, where they used to covet Cacao as Food of the Gods, a monetary resource, and ceremonial drink for every occasion.

Tasting Notes:
– Most “chocolate-y” of the bunch
– Hard to pinpoint, on the tip of our tongue

Creating the perfect cup:

One serving is anywhere from 15-45g

Cleanse your space and tools with sacred smoke

Using hot water (not boiling) or your choice of plant milk, mix your desired amount of cacao into a cup or blender.

Add your choice of spices such as cinnamon, cayenne, ginger, tahini, coconut oil, nutmeg, salt (all are optional)

Maple syrup, honey or dates to taste

Blend until smooth

Top with rose petals for an extra layer of love

Add your mushrooms (micro or macro) if wanting a deep experience with both medicines.

Set an intention and enjoy