What Is Ceremonial Cacao?

Ceremonial cacao is pure, unprocessed cacao. It's the original form of chocolate before it becomes candy.

It’s made from the whole cacao bean, stone-ground into a rich paste that retains its natural cacao butter, minerals, and pure essence.

Unlike commercial cocoa (which is roasted at high heat, stripped of fats, and mixed with sugar), ceremonial cacao is minimally processed, maintaining its full energetic and nutritional integrity.

What makes it “Ceremonial”?

The word ceremonial speaks not only to its quality but also to the intention in which the cacao is made and shared.

For thousands of years, cacao has been used by the Mayan, Aztec, and Olmec peoples in ceremony to help open the heart, connect with Spirit, and bring communities together.

At Cacao Sol, we honor these traditions by working directly with farmers who treat cacao as a sacred plant medicine, not just a commodity or crop.

What are the Benefits of Ceremonial Cacao?

• Heart Opening: Rich in theobromine, cacao gently energizes the body while calming the mind.
• Helps Boost Mood & Clarity: Contains natural MAO inhibitors and magnesium that support focus, creativity, and helps emotional regulation.
• Connection: Helps you drop from your mind into your heart. Cacao is an ideal plant ally for meditation, yoga, prayer, music, art, creativity and deeper human connection.
• Full-Body Nourishment: High in antioxidants, iron, and essential minerals that strengthen and ground the nervous system.

How To Work With Cacao

To experience ceremonial cacao:

1. Prepare your cacao: with care add about 25–40 g per cup, hot water and or milk and any other enhancers (i.e. cardamom, cinnamon, rose or beets etc.)
2. Set an intention: What do you want to open, release, or invite in with this cacao?
3. Add your heart: stir slowly, breathe, sing, and bless your drink.
4. Sip mindfully: let it guide you into presence and connection.

Cacao Sol Ceremonial Cacao

Our cacao is 100 % pure, single-origin Arriba Nacional from Ecuador.  Stone-ground, hand-crafted, and made with love in small batches.
Each cup is an invitation to Activate Your Magic and Raise Your Vibration. Our cacao is meant to awaken your heart, align with your intention, and help you remember your connection to the Earth and all the living beings on it.