FAQ

1. Can you drink ceremonial cacao without a ceremony?

Of course! You can enjoy it anytime, whether at work or in the morning as a wake-up drink.

2. How does a cacao ceremony work?

You can do a cacao ceremony according to your wishes and needs. It is recommended that you prepare your body by fasting slightly. Avoid eating anything three to four hours before the ceremony and drink plenty of water. Find your place of power that gives you peace and well-being. You can cleanse or energize the room with herbs or incense. Palo Santo and/or sage are ideal for this. There are no fixed rules for a cacao ritual. Decide for yourself whether you want to hold it outdoors or in a room, with or without an altar.

Cacao ceremonies are often associated with a specific theme or intention, so think about what intention you want to achieve with the ceremony.

3. How do you prepare the cocoa?

1: Cut the desired amount of raw cocoa from the block and chop it into small pieces.

2: Heat water or your preferred milk in a saucepan, but do not let it boil. (We recommend using plant-based milk)

3: Add the cocoa, stirring constantly with a whisk.

4: Drink it plain or add spices such as cinnamon, vanilla, turmeric, cardamom and a pinch of cayenne pepper. If you like it a little sweeter, add coconut blossom sugar.

5: Once the chocolate has melted, you can pour the cocoa into your desired container. Small tip: To make it even creamier, use a milk frother or wooden whisk. And now, enjoy your cocoa moment

4. What does raw mean in cocoa?

This means that the cocoa has never been heated above 42 degrees and therefore retains most of its valuable ingredients.

5. What vessels are best for ceremonial cacao?

Traditionally, wooden bowls or special cocoa bowls are used for ceremonial cocoa. Alternatively, you can use any cup.

6. Can ceremonial cacao help me meditate?

Yes, consuming ceremonial cacao can support your meditation and contribute to deeper mindfulness.

7. Does ceremonial cacao have health benefits?

Unfortunately, due to the German Health Claims Regulation, we are not permitted to make health-related statements. However, common search engines offer a wealth of information on this. =)

8. Who should not drink cocoa?

Children and pregnant women should not drink or consume the cocoa.

9. Where does our cocoa come from?

Our cocoa comes from beautiful Bali, more precisely from the spiritual heart of Bali, Ubud.

10. How pure is our cocoa?

The co-farming principle, in which cocoa plants are grown together with other plants, means that pesticides and chemical fertilizers can be avoided. This leads to a high degree of purity.