At Raven Moon Emporium, we exclusively offer Ora Cacao because we believe in its commitment to the Medicine of Cacao, its support for Family Farmers in improving their working conditions and helping them support their families and communities (they are the caretakers of this medicine), and its hands-on support in Rainforest sustainability!
On some days, you need a little extra celebration and motivation, and this pure ceremonial cacao elevates you quickly as our blend of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cayenne gets your circulation pulsing. This enhanced cacao comes from a remote village in Guatemala of 125 families that make 90% of their income from cacao.
Ancient peoples of Central & South America loved drinking their chocolate hot and spicy rather than sugary. This modern interpretation of ancient Mayan drinking chocolate honoring our Zapotec elder Maria, who taught us the time-honored ways of chocolate making in Oaxaca. Through this enhanced cacao, we connect to the roots of ceremonial cacao with gratitude.
It makes a great coffee replacement!
INGREDIENTS: Cacao Beans from Guatemala, Cinnamon from Sri Lanka, Cardamom from Guatemala, Ginger from China, Cayenne from India
MOOD: Celebratory, Elevating, Warming
BEST FOR: Circulatory Support and Community
FLAVOR PROFILE: Chili, Cinnamon, Cardamom (these are tasting notes, not ingredients)
Creating the Perfect Cup:
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STEP 1
For everyday use: Combine about 15-25 cacao discs with a touch of sweetener (or drink pure).
For Ceremonial use: Use 1 oz of cacao per participant.
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STEP 2
Add 3/4 cup (6oz) hot water, tea, or milk (~180F) per cup of cacao. -
STEP 3
Use a blender or electric frother to mix for 10 seconds.