Ceremonial Grade Venezuelan Cacao Chunks

Ceremonial cacao is traditionally prepared as a warm drink and enjoyed slowly as part of a ritual.

Suggested use:

• Gently heat water or plant-based milk (do not boil)

• Add 10-20g of ceremonial cacao chunks

• Whisk or stir until fully melted and smooth

• Optional: add spices or sweeteners if desired

• Enjoy once daily or as part of a ceremony

For best results:

• Consume mindfully and without rushing

• Ideal for morning reflection or evening grounding

• Avoid boiling to preserve natural compounds

Ceremonial cacao is traditionally valued for its intentional, heart-opening, and grounding qualities and is best enjoyed with presence.

Food supplements should not be used as a replacement for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medication, please consult a healthcare professional before use.

Criollo Ceremonial Cacao (Theobroma cacao)

• Ancient Mesoamerican civilisations (over 3,000 years ago) – Criollo cacao (Theobroma cacao) revered by the Maya and Aztec cultures

• Sacred ceremonial traditions – Used in ritual drinks, offerings, and spiritual ceremonies

• Traditional Central & South American cultures – Valued for nourishment, grounding, and connection

• Traditional preparation methods – Whole cacao beans stone-ground and brewed into thick ceremonial drinks

Criollo cacao is considered the oldest and most prized cacao variety, traditionally reserved for ceremonial use rather than everyday consumption. Historically, cacao was seen as a sacred plant — a bridge between the physical and spiritual — and consumed intentionally in ritual settings to support grounding, clarity, and heart-centred presence.

Criollo Ceremonial Cacao is made from minimally processed, whole cacao beans, preserving their natural fats, flavour, and traditional integrity. Unlike conventional cocoa, ceremonial cacao is not alkalised or heavily refined, allowing it to retain its original character.

Commonly associated modern-day benefits of ceremonial cacao include:

• Supporting grounding and presence

• Supporting mood and emotional balance

• Providing natural antioxidant support

• Supporting mindful and ceremonial rituals

• Offering a gentle, plant-based source of energy

• Complementing heart-centred and reflective practices

Criollo cacao is widely used today in ceremonial settings, meditation, journaling, creative work, and evening rituals, valued as much for the experience as for its nutritional profile.

Food supplements should not be used as a replacement for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medication, please consult a healthcare professional before use.

PRODUCT DETAILS & PROCESS

Ancient Extracts Criollo Ceremonial Cacao is produced from carefully sourced Criollo cacao beans, traditionally grown and harvested in Central and South America.

Key product details:

• 100% pure Criollo ceremonial cacao

• Minimally processed whole cacao

• Rich, complex flavour profile

• Naturally occurring theobromine

• Suitable for ceremonial and daily ritual use

The cacao beans are gently fermented, dried, and stone-ground to preserve their natural fats, aroma, and ceremonial quality.

FORMAT & QUALITY INFORMATION

Quality, ethics, and tradition are central to every Ancient Extracts ceremonial ingredient.

Our Criollo ceremonial cacao is:

• Ethically and sustainably sourced

• Non-GMO

• Pesticide-free

• Heavy-metal tested

• Free from additives, fillers, or synthetic ingredients

This cacao melts smoothly into warm liquids, making it ideal for traditional ceremonial preparation.