What is ceremonial-grade cacao?
Ceremonial-grade cacao is nothing like the industrialised chocolate sold by big brands like Nestlé or Kraft, which are packed with sugar, milk, and additives. The more cacao is processed, the more its natural benefits are stripped away.
True ceremonial-grade cacao is 100% pure, made directly from whole cacao beans that are minimally processed and stone-ground into what’s known as ‘cacao liquor.’
This traditional preparation preserves its rich nutritional profile, offering a wealth of health benefits that support both physical and emotional well-being.
Used for centuries in sacred rituals, ceremonial cacao is a powerful plant medicine designed to nourish the body and mind, and open the heart.
Historically, cacao has always been considered a very powerful aphrodisiac, exotic food, and medicine, by the Mesoamerican and South American cultures, such as the Mayans, Aztecs and Spanish conquistadors. Its Greek name Theobroma Cacao literally means ‘Food of the Gods, Thea (god), Broma (food), with the Maya word Ka’kau.’
PHYSICAL BENEFITS
Cacao is a natural stress reliever, rich in potassium, phosphorus, copper, iron, zinc, and magnesium, all essential for cardiovascular health. It stimulates dopamine and the endorphin phenylethylamine, helping to ease PMS symptoms and depression. Research confirms that cacao can reduce emotional stress.
At the heart of its benefits is anandamide, the "bliss molecule", an endocannabinoid that induces a natural high by binding to cannabinoid receptors in the nervous system. Cacao also contains neurotransmitter-modulating agents that act as natural antidepressants. Its high valeric acid content blocks stress hormones while triggering dopamine, anandamide, and phenylethylamine, all linked to pleasure and emotional well-being. Additionally, tryptophan boosts serotonin levels, enhancing mood and positivity.
With powerful antioxidants and chromium for blood sugar balance, cacao increases blood flow to the brain, sharpening focus, mental agility, and awareness. The theobromine and caffeine content provide a gentle energy lift while combating fatigue.
EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL BENEFITS
Cacao is a powerful plant medicine and has many amazing, life-affirming qualities that support health and psychological well-being. She is a powerful plant medicine that helps us to release emotional blockages that no longer serve us, find forgiveness in ourselves and others, and shows us the way forward if we are stuck, or afraid of making necessary life changes. It also enables us to access stuck emotions, conditionings, patterns of behaviour and addictions that are buried deep in the unconscious.
Chocolate! who would have thought this humble confectionery is such a powerful medicine in its natural form? It’s time to share the love!
“Chocolate is a divine, celestial drink, the sweat of the stars, the vital seed, divine nectar, the drink of the gods, panacea, and universal medicine.”
Once you’ve prepared your ceremonial-grade cacao, explore our Rituals
