Ritual Cacao

Product detailed description

This 70% drinking cacao blend is made from pure cacao mass, combined with panela and a carefully selected blend of warming anti-inflammatory spices. The cacao is non-alkalized and full-fat, preserving its natural cacao butter content, flavour complexity, and aromatic depth without chemical treatment. We do not use any refined white sugar – only panela, which preserves a more complex flavour and reflects the natural origin of the cacao. 

Panela, a traditional unrefined sugar cane juice, provides gentle, rounded sweetness and complements the natural bitterness of cacao. The spice blend — ginger, cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon, and cloves — adds warmth, aromatic richness, and complexity, enhancing both flavour and overall sensory experience. This cacao blend is designed for slow preparation and mindful consumption.

With a natural cacao butter content of approximately 52%, the cacao delivers a rich mouthfeel and supports the absorption of naturally occurring nutrients. Natural cacao is valued for its content of antioxidants, theobromine, and essential minerals – especially magnesium, calcium, potassium and iron, and is traditionally associated with sustained energy, focus, and overall well-being. It also contains a wide spectrum of vitamins, particularly A, B1, B2, B3, C and E. Unlike alkalized cocoa powders, this cacao preserves its natural colour, aroma, and complexity, making it ideal for authentic cacao drinks and chocolate preparations.

Hand-packed with care in our social integration packaging facility in Slovakia, creating meaningful work opportunities for disadvantaged individuals.

Why is this cacao special?

Ritual cacao draws inspiration from ancient traditions, where cacao was valued for its physical and emotional effects in ceremonial and healing practices. This blend combines natural cacao with warming spices traditionally used to support digestion, circulation, and inner balance.

Spices such as ginger, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and black pepper are known for their strong anti-inflammatory properties, which naturally strengthen and complement the already potent anti-inflammatory effects of pure, non-alkalized cacao. Together, they create a balanced, grounding blend suitable for mindful daily rituals and intentional moments.

Composition

70% natural full-fat, non-alkalized cacao, panela – unrefined sugar cane juice, spices (ginger, cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon, cloves).

Country of origin

Colombia

Variety

Trinitario, Criollo

Flavour profile

Rich cacao flavour with warming spice notes and a smooth, rounded mouthfeel. Caramel-like sweetness of sugar cane.

Allergens

Product may contain traces of nuts

Application

Ideal for hot cacao drinks or hot chocolate, porridges, smoothies, baking. Also suitable for mindful preparation, slow drinking rituals, and spiced cacao beverages.

Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)

Energy: 2510 kJ / 600 kcal

Fat: 43 g

– of which saturates: 20 g

Carbohydrates: 46 g

– of which sugars: 30 g

Fibre: <2 g

Protein: 8 g

Salt: 0 g