Buy Ritual Cacao: ceremonial cacao from Ecuador and Peru

What 'Ritual Cacao' means

When you buy Ritual Cacao, you're usually looking for cacao in its original form: pure cacao mass, without sugar, without milk powder and without flavourings. It's also called ceremonial cacao. It's drunk in cups or plant-based milk and is refined with spices, often mindfully and at ease, alone or in a group. The term is not protected. That's why it's worth taking a closer look at origin, variety and ingredient list.

In my shop you'll find exclusively pure cacao mass from Ecuador and Peru. You can read more about me and my work under The person behind it.

Ritual cacao variety recommendations

Each variety tastes different. This is often the most important reason to choose one or the other:

• Sierra Ecuador: soft and mild, very fine, with pleasant bitterness. Gently earthy, round and balanced. A good choice for getting started.
• Criollo Peru: considered the noblest and rarest cacao variety in the world. Soft, elegant and multi-layered.

All varieties cost 60,00 € per kilogram. So you decide based on taste, not price.

Block, drops or wafers: which form suits you?

The cacao mass comes in different forms. The content is the same; the difference is in how you use it:

• Block: You cut or shave off the amount you need yourself. This works well if you see the preparation as part of the ritual.
• Drops: The Criollo from Peru is available as drops. They're easy to measure and melt quickly.
• Wafers: The Naranjal from Ecuador comes in flat wafers.

You can see an overview of all varieties and forms in the ceremonial cacao category.

Preparation and accessories

The cacao mass is dissolved in hot, not boiling, water or in a plant-based milk. Many people then whisk it until frothy. For this, the Molinillo is ideal – a traditional wooden cacao whisk that has been used in South America since the 15th century. For serving in a group, the wooden ceremony ladle is a great choice.

If you like to refine your cacao, there are cacao blends available as 50-g powder, for example Lucuma, Maca or Guarana. For everything else, you'll find more things that many cacao lovers and ceremony leaders appreciate in the ceremony accessories and in the smudging supplies.

Good to know before you order

• Cacao is a stimulating beverage and not a medicine. I make no claims about its effects.
• If you're sensitive to stimulants, are pregnant or take medication, please ask your doctor first.
• I ship to Austria and Germany. Current conditions are in the terms and conditions.

If you'd like to connect with others, visit the cacao ceremony community. You'll find background information under useful information.

Frequently asked questions

Which variety is best for beginners?

The Sierra Ecuador is mild, soft and balanced, making it a good starting point for many. Another top variety from the range is the Criollo from Peru.

Does Ritual Cacao contain sugar or milk?

No, it's pure cacao mass. If you prefer it sweeter or creamier, you can add something yourself when preparing it.

Can I give cacao as a gift?

Yes. With the voucher for the monthly cacao subscription, the recipient receives six deliveries of 0,5 kg each.

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