Ceremonial Cacao (Grated): Sierra Nevada 1/2lb
100% pure criollo cacao grown and cared for by the Arhuaco Indigenous people. The Arhuaco believe that you can tap into their ancient wisdom when you connect to their cacao.
Arhuaco cacao is a cultural and environmental treasure of Colombia. This single-origin pure criollo cacao comes with no added ingredients,and is prepared with deep respect for tradition, protecting the best qualities of these sacred beans. The Arhuaco community is growing an ancient native species of cacao tree that was once cultivated by their Tairona ancestors. Native heirloom cacao trees grow wild in the coastal jungles here. The ancient Tairona practiced agroforestry, using their seeds and fruits as sacred medicines.
This cacao is organically grown on ancestral lands, just as it has been for centuries. It is cultivated alongside other medicinal plants and infused with the Arhuaco tribe. The Arhuaco believe they can share the knowledge and teachings of their ancestors through their crops, and that you, as you drink this cacao, can tap into their history and their "pensiamentos (thoughts)."
Our relationship with the Arhuaco is not just commercial. When Origen Cacao was just a budding idea, our founder Danielle met Asdrubal and Esther, who left their cacao farm on the Arhuaco reservation in search of stability and security for their young family. What formed was an incredible friendship and partnership that brings you this beautiful cacao today.
This is a 1/2 lb package of grated 100% cacao from Colombia.
