Mexico - Chiapas - Organic Ceremonial 100% Cacao
Nestled in lush rainforests of Southern Mexico in Chiapas heirloom cacao beans are being cultivated in agroforestry systems where the cacao is grown in a beautiful symbiotic relationship between organically grown spices and wildlife such as Jaguar and Howler Monkeys.
Throughout history, Mexico proves to have had a vibrant relationship with cacao from the Olmecs (around 1500 BCE) who are said to be the first civilization to have cultivated cacao and all the way to the wonderful María Sabina who was evidently experienced the heart-opening warmth of cacao:
“Cure yourself, with the light of the sun and the rays of the moon.
With the sound of the river and the waterfall.
With the swaying of the sea and the fluttering of birds.
Heal yourself, with the mint and mint leaves,
with neem and eucalyptus.
Sweeten yourself with lavender, rosemary, and chamomile.
Hug yourself with the cocoa bean and a touch of cinnamon.
Put love in tea instead of sugar and take it looking at the stars
Heal yourself, with the kisses that the wind gives you and the hugs of the rain.
Get strong with bare feet on the ground and with everything that is born from it.
Get smarter every day by listening to your intuition, looking at the world with the eye of your forehead.
Jump, dance, sing, so that you live happier.
Heal yourself, with beautiful love, and always remember… you are the medicine. “
- María Sabina
Recommended serving + notes
For a ceremony, between 15-40g can be consumed per person.
As mentioned in the other pages - a personal cacao meditation is a beautiful way to enjoy cacao.
The simplest way to prepare cacao is:
Weigh 15-40g of cacao into your favorite mug
Pour boiling water over the cacao
Stir with a teaspoon to dissolve the cacao
Take a moment to give gratitude to the cacao plant
Relax. Breathe. Smile and enjoy your experience ❤
Drinking cacao can also be made with a variety of nut milk (cashew, almond, and coconut are just a few). Just gently heat the milk in a pan, once the milk begins steaming add the cacao, whisk away until dissolved, and pour into your mug once it has reached your desired drinking temperature.
Notes
All dosages have their own unique experience and are sure to offer their own flair of magic however higher dosages of 40g and above are the traditional “ceremonial” dosages.
These higher dosages should not be consumed every day as it can become taxing on our energy and physical system. Ceremonial dosages should ideally be kept for ceremonies - a few times a month maximum and ensuring “time off” to integrate and allow the body the rest is essential.
Drinking plenty of water after drinking cacao is recommended as cacao can dehydrate the body - especially when dancing !!
I always advocate having “a healthy relationship with cacao” as too much of a good thing has the opposite effect.
Listening to your intuition and your body is the best indicator ❤
Find out more about cacao in the link below