Regenerative, traceable ceremonial cacao from Honduras—stone-milled for a deeply aromatic ritual cup. VAICACAO® Ceremonial Cacao Ulúa – Honduras is a 100% pure cacao paste drink crafted from stone-ground cocoa beans—nothing added, nothing taken away. Handcrafted to preserve a raw, rustic texture and an authentic aroma rooted in Mesoamerican cacao culture.

Why it’s special

• Single ingredient: Stone-ground cocoa beans only—no sweeteners, flavors, emulsifiers, or thickeners.
• Regenerative agroforestry origin: Beans come from regenerative agroforestry systems that combine organic practices with innovative harvest and post-harvest techniques.
• Full traceability: Sourced through Crafting Markets, with clear details on cooperative, variety, harvest, fermentation, and drying.
• Craft processing: Light, short roast (<120°C) and slow stone grinding to highlight the cacao’s aromatic complexity.

Taste profile

Complex and grounding with a bold aromatic character—nutty, dried-fruit sweetness, and deep woodland warmth.

• Aromatic notes: Chestnuts, raisins, vegetal woodland notes, tobacco
• Bitter intensity: Medium–high
• Presentation: 180 g and 400 g ingots (natural white spots from cocoa butter are a sign of purity)

Origin & traceability

This premium cacao is produced by small farmers in the Santa Cruz de Yojoa region (Cortés, Honduras). Fermentation and drying are managed at the cooperative center using careful post-harvest methods that help reveal the cacao’s distinctive aromatic profile.

• Country: Honduras
• Continent: Central America – Mesoamerica
• Territory: Cooperative Crasvidmil, Cortés
• Traceability: Purchased through Crafting Markets
• Variety: Fino de aroma – local genetics, trinitarios
• Harvest: 2024
• Fermentation: At the cooperative center, in wooden crates
• Drying: At the cooperative center, in a greenhouse, on raised beds

Why pure cacao

Considered sacred by ancient Mesoamerican peoples, cacao is naturally rich in valuable compounds and nutrients. VAICACAO highlights cacao’s flavonoids and tryptophan, traditionally appreciated for supporting a sense of well-being and a nourishing ritual experience.

How to prepare your ritual

Melt gently to preserve aroma and properties. Enjoy with hot water or a plant-based beverage, and personalize with spices if desired.

• Chop about 20 g of cacao.
• Heat 180–200 ml of water or a plant-based drink.
• Melt slowly and whisk/stir until smooth.
• Optional: add cinnamon or ginger, breathe deeply, set an intention, and sip slowly.

Directions for use

• Suggested dose: Max 30 g for ceremonial sessions; 10–15 g for daily use.
• Hydration: Drink water before and after to aid absorption.
• Consultation: Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or have a heart condition.

Nutritional values (per 100 g)

• Energy: 2772 kJ / 657 kcal
• Fat: 52 g (saturated 33 g)
• Carbohydrates: 28 g (sugars 1.1 g)
• Fiber: 14 g
• Protein: 14 g
• Potassium: 762 mg
• Magnesium: 225 mg
• Iron: 2.6 mg

Packaging

Certified recyclable paper packaging (C-PAP81, ATICELCA).

Free from

• Lecithins
• Added flavors
• Preservatives
• Lactose / milk
• Gluten
• Added sugars
• Thickeners

Made by VAICACAO in Sardinia

VAICACAO processes each cacao entirely from cocoa beans using bean-to-bar methods—crafted in their atelier and shaped into convenient paste ingots for your daily functional beverages and rituals.

Perfect for

• Grounding morning rituals and focused daily cups
• Those who love nutty, woodland, and tobacco-like aromatic depth
• Anyone seeking a pure, traceable cacao paste from Honduras

Note: For safe use, incorporate cocoa into a balanced diet. It is not a substitute for supplements.