Sierra Ecuador Block
Soft, mild, very fine flavour profile with pleasant bitterness – gently earthy, round and well-balanced.
60,00 €/kg
In Stock: 10 kg
Best ceremonial cacao: how to find the right one for you
The best ceremonial cacao is not the same for everyone, because taste and occasion matter too. Here you'll learn how to recognise good ceremony cacao paste and how varieties, forms and origins differ. This way you can calmly choose the cacao that suits you and your ceremony.
Criollo Peru Block
The finest and rarest cacao variety in the world – soft, elegant and multi-layered.
60,00 €/kg
In Stock: 13 kg
Criollo Peru Drops
Fine Criollo in practical drop form – easy to measure, melts quickly.
60,00 €/kg
In Stock: 8 kg
Molinillo cacao whisk
The molinillo is a traditional wooden cacao whisk which has been used for cacao preparation in South America since the 15th century. The cacao foam held special significance for the Mayas. The stirring stick is rolled between your hands, allowing the cacao to be blessed.
Length: 33cm
Length: 33cm
30,00 €/piece
In stock: 11 items
If you're looking for the best ceremonial cacao, you'll soon notice: there are plenty of options and even more promises out there. We're honest with you: there isn't "one" best cacao for everyone. What's best for you depends on your taste, how you like to drink it and the occasion. However, Zeremonie-Kakao.at offers cacao varieties that we think are the best. Of course, the way you prepare it also affects how the cacao tastes (cacao preparation). To find out what works best for you, there are a few criteria you can use as a good guide.
Is there one best cacao for ceremonies?
Some like it mild, soft and rounded. Others love fruity, vibrant notes. Still others mainly want a form that's easy to portion. Instead of searching for a superlative, it's worth asking: Which cacao suits my taste and my ceremony?
How to recognise good ceremony cacao
These points will help you choose:
- Pure cacao paste: Ceremonial cacao consists of cacao and nothing else. A glance at the ingredients list tells you that immediately.
- Transparent origin: Good suppliers name the country and variety. With us there is cacao from Ecuador and Peru.
- Clear aroma profile: A straightforward description (mild, fruity, complex) helps you categorise the cacao.
- Suitable form: Blocks, drops or wafers differ mainly in handling.
- Small supplier with a face: You're welcome to ask who's behind the cacao. Read more about the person behind Zeremonie-Kakao.at on the page The person behind it.
Our varieties at a glance
In the shop you'll find pure ceremony cacao paste from Ecuador and Peru, currently at 60,00 € per kilogramme. You'll find all varieties in the category Ceremonial Cacao.
Sierra Ecuador: mild and balanced
The Sierra Ecuador Block has a soft, very fine aroma profile with pleasant bitterness. It's gently earthy, rounded and balanced. If you're new to the world of ceremonial cacao, it's a good choice.
Criollo Peru: elegant and complex
Criollo is considered the finest and rarest cacao variety in the world. The Criollo Peru Block is soft, elegant and complex. If you prefer something more practical, you can also get the same fine Criollo as Criollo Peru Drops. They're easy to portion and melt quickly.
Naranjal Ecuador: vibrant and fruity
The Naranjal Ecuador Wafers are vibrant and fruit-forward, with zesty citrus freshness. They're a good choice if you prefer something less earthy and more fresh.
Block, drops or wafers?
Taste is only half the decision. You cut or plane a block yourself, which is almost a little ritual in itself. Drops and wafers are quicker to measure out and dissolve rapidly. That's practical when you're preparing for several people, such as a ceremony leader or in your group. You'll find the best way to discover a small amount to try: take it slowly and pay attention to what tastes good and feels right for you.
Accessories and additions for your ceremony
The best ceremonial cacao also comes into its own through preparation. With a Molinillo, the traditional wooden cacao whisk, you'll get a lovely, creamy result. A wooden ceremony ladle makes pouring a special moment. You'll find more about this under Ceremony Accessories.
If you like to adapt your cacao, there are also cacao blends as powder – for example with lucuma, maca or guarana. It's purely a matter of taste and a lovely way to discover your own preferences. For information on how to prepare ceremonial cacao, have a look at our Knowledge section.
Frequently asked questions
Which cacao is suitable for getting started?
Many like to start with a mild variety like Sierra Ecuador, because it's soft and balanced. Ultimately, though, your taste counts. Feel free to try different varieties.
What distinguishes ceremonial cacao from drinking chocolate?
Ceremonial cacao is pure cacao mass including cacao butter. Drinking chocolate is usually cacao powder that has been defatted. In our view, cacao butter is an important part of the cacao experience. AND drinking chocolate typically contains additional ingredients like sugar or milk powder or additives. With us, you get exclusively pure cacao mass. Pure and unadulterated in premium quality.
Do you deliver to Germany?
Yes, we ship to Austria and Germany.