Anahata Cacao
Ceremonial Cacao
Discover the enchanting Anahata Cacao from Guatemala, lovingly cultivated by small-scale farmers around the idyllic Lake Atitlán. These farmers employ traditional growing methods to keep the ancient art of cacao cultivation alive. By purchasing Anahata Cacao, you not only support sustainable agriculture but also the livelihoods of these communities, creating a connection between indigenous culture and our modern way of life.
With every purchase of Anahata Cacao, you promote fair working conditions for smallholder farmers and support a local women's collective dedicated to the economic empowerment of women in Guatemala.
Springs Cacao Farm
Springs Cacao Farm is located on the Pacific side of Guatemala and was named in a moment of astonishment. The cacao farmers Juan, Bayron, Cheyo, and their families discovered a paradise in Santa Barbara, an hour from Lake Atitlán, where they planted cacao years ago, which is now bearing fruit in abundance. Four springs nourish these forests and cacao trees, which thrive here in symbiosis and pure beauty with bananas, coffee, and other plants. They are very proud of their work and feel honored to cultivate this paradise here, pesticide-free and with biodiversity, thus producing ceremonial cacao that aligns with the values of a healthy earth.
ORIGIN AND PRODUCTION
Springs cacao enhances a deep bitterness with coffee and banana accents. Its fat content surpasses most cacaos in the world due to the abundance of water in the village of "Las Victorias" where it grows. Also because its genomic lineage has been preserved from industrial hybridization.
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Local hybrid strains
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Fermented for 10 days in a small wooden box covered with banana leaves
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Secluded family-owned land
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Diverse agroforestry ecosystem
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Proximity to coffee plantations and semi-wild ecosystems
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Proximity to multiple springs
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Altitude 400m
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Suchitepequez region
Effects of Cacao
Cacao contains theobromine, a substance that stimulates the central nervous system and can therefore have an invigorating and mood-enhancing effect. In addition, cacao also contains the amines phenylethylamine (PEA) and tryptamine, which also have mood-enhancing properties. Cacao is also often valued for its positive effects on the cardiovascular system. In spiritual ceremonies, cacao is traditionally used as a heart opener, which underlines its cultural and ritual significance. Cacao is also rich in antioxidants, which play an important role in protecting cells from oxidative stress. Its diverse ingredients and deeply rooted use in various cultures make cacao a remarkable natural product with a long history and many facets.
Preparation
The packaging contains an inner description with great information. How to prepare it, a recipe, its effects, origin, and uses. We recommend 28-42g of cacao per person, with 42g considered a ceremonial dose and can be very moving for some. In group ceremonies, the supplier always uses 33g per cup and has had wonderful experiences with it.
