CEREMONIAL COCOA · ATEHUÀN, EL SALVADOR

Single Plantation

Noi crediamo nella bellezza del rituale del cacao e nel suo antico ruolo nella cultura mesoamericana. Per questo motivo, abbiamo creato una pasta di cacao con una texture grezza, ottenuta dalla spremitura a pietra dei semi di cacao. Questa pasta ti permetterà di scoprire un nuovo aspetto di questo alimento funzionale.

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Ingredients: 100% stone ground cocoa beans

[WITH NO ADDED SUGAR]

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ABOUT THE ORIGIN OF THIS CACAO

We are very attached to this plantation because we saw it grow from day one, when JuanRa, co-founder of Vaicacao, encouraged his uncle Jaime and his cousin Roberto to plant theobroma cacao trees. There Finca di S. Fernando it is located in the Cordillera del Bàlsamo, in the municipality of Ateos, El Salvador. The cocoa trees grow luxuriantly and with respect for biodiversity, under a dense agroforestry roof. We are proud to let you try this unique cocoa in the world and we are deeply grateful for this important collaboration of intentions between those who grow it and us.

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Plantation:  San Fernando Estate, atheos, El Salvador, Central America
Traceability: Cocoa purchased directly and transparently directly on the plantation
Variety of cocoa: Fino de Aroma - mix of local genetics, acriollado
Roasting: light and short 
Processing: stone ground, not concave, not tempered
Collection: December 2021 - March 2022
Revolutionary: dates, banana, ripe fruit, pineapple, vanilla, cashew nuts
Bitter intensity: medium
How it looks: in cubes. Due to its acriollada genetics, it has a light brown color (it is natural to notice whitish spots on the cocoa, especially in summer due to high temperatures - this effect is due to the crystallization of the cocoa butter).
Tailoring: Packaging in FSC certified paper (PAP81) 

TIPS ON HOW TO PREPARE THE MESOAMERICAN STYLE COCOA DRINK

A delicious and nutritious beverage with ours cocoa can replace coffee al mattino and contribute to health of the nervous system, the cognitive system and the heart. It also contributes to strengthen the immune system thanks to the action of flavonoids, antioxidants present in cocoa. Cocoa is also considered un mood improver, that is, it helps, - thanks to the content amino acid tryptophan - to thethe production of serotonin, hormone good mood, thus improving our emotional state. Cocoa contains neurotransmitters and molecules of bliss, as for anandamide, an endocannabinoid that is produced by our body, and which with cocoa is further stimulated, giving us a feeling of well-being and pleasure. You can drink it in the morning, during or after your meditation session, you can use it for holistic purposes, in cocoa circles to untie emotional knots, and introduce it into your diet with awareness.

 FOR PREPARATION ...

Shred 15-20 g of cocoa with the help of a knife. Heat some mineral water (equivalent to a large teacup - 180-200 ml) or if you prefer, use a vegetable drink of your choice.

Pour the freshly cut cocoa into the saucepan, and gradually add the hot water (not boiling, otherwise it alters the cocoa flavor and properties); mix it until completely dissolved. Add the remaining water. If you don't want to use the saucepan, you can use a blender or a simple milk frother. The traditional drink is bitter, but if you really can't resist, you can add a date in the blender, or a little honey.

For a functional effect, an excellent solution is the use of medicinal herbs and spices, such as cinnamon, cardamom, red pepper, damiana, ashwagandha, turmeric, ginger and so on. In Mesoamerica, part of present-day Central America, cocoa is often made from a corn paste.

Serve it in your favorite cup.

NUTRITIONAL VALUES FOR 100 g 

Energy: 2772 Kj, 657 Kcal
Fat: 52 g, of which saturated fatty acids: 33 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g, of which sugars: 1,1 g 
Fiber: 14g, Protein: 14g, Salt: 0,01g
Potassium: 762 mg, Magnesium: 225 mg, Iron: 2,6 mg

SOME RECOMMENDATIONS:

- Some * people claim that there is a specific "ceremonial" dose and that it is 40 g per person. Instead, we recommend not exceeding 30 g per person. In the case of daily and continuous use, it would be more appropriate to use around 10-15 g. max. Otherwise it is good to use it every other day. 

- Being pure cocoa paste, it becomes a real and very energetic food; for this reason, it should be drunk with awareness and caution, avoiding excesses, and preferring a varied and balanced diet.

- Consult your / your specialist in case of pregnancy or in case of severe heart disease.

- The stimulating and energizing effect of cocoa begins about half an hour after its intake. We recommend drinking a glass of water before and after to aid absorption and digestion.

ALL OUR PRODUCTS ARE:

VEGAN FRIENDLY, WITHOUT LECITHIN, WITHOUT ADDED FLAVORINGS, WITHOUT PRESERVATIVES, WITHOUT MILK, WITHOUT GLUTEN

SHIPPING IN ITALY 

Orders are processed within 1-3 days and shipped from our lab in Olbia, Sardinia. Shipping is free only for Italy over € 55,00 of purchase, with deliveries by DHL or SDA courier in 2-4 working days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays). For orders below € 55,00, the cost of standard shipping with SDA is € 4,99 ed Express by € 9,90. All shipments are strictly tracked. 

International Shippings

Deliveries in Europe take approximately up to 3-7 working days after the dispatch of the parcel, but also for the United States and main cities around the globe. If you are based abroad Europe: please keep in mind it is your responsibility to pay any taxes or customs charges that may be incurred once the items arrive in your country. From our part, we will prepare all the documents and invoices needed for a smooth custom clearance. You'll receive the tracking number for your reference.

 MADE WITH LOVE IN SARDEGNA FROM THE COCOA BEANS