Cacao

From the heart of the Peruvian Amazon to your hands. 🤎

We are honored to introduce our exclusive partnership with Nancy Fiorela Salazar Gastelo of Raymi Sol Cacao Artesanal in Iquitos, Peru. Together, we are bringing fresh, traditionally prepared ceremonial cacao directly from the Amazon to our community in the United States.

Each batch of Raymi Sol Artisanal Cacao is crafted with deep care using ancestral methods; fire roasted, stone ground, and prepared in small batches from pure cacao with no additives. Made to order and shipped by air from Peru, this cacao carries the richness, vitality, and spirit of its origin.

This partnership is rooted in relationship, reciprocity, and respect for the people who keep these traditions alive. We are grateful to work directly with Nancy and Raymi Sol to share cacao in a way that honors its source and preserves its integrity from harvest to ceremony.

Available now in 100g, 500g, and 1kg ceremonial blocks.

Experience the depth of authentic Amazonian cacao.

  • Ceremonial Cacao Paste – Raymi Sol

    Ceremonial Cacao Paste – Raymi Sol

    Ceremonial Cacao Paste – Raymi Sol

    Raymi Sol Ceremonial Cacao is a pure, small-batch cacao crafted in the Peruvian Amazon with deep respect for tradition, land, and lineage. Produced in Iquitos by Raymi Sol Cacao Artesanal, each batch begins with carefully cultivated cacao beans that are roasted over an open fire, then stone-ground into a rich paste, and sealed in a foil package to preserve the full spectrum of the plant's natural character.

    The heart medicine
    Known across Amazonian and Mesoamerican traditions as a plant of the heart, cacao (Theobroma cacao, meaning "food of the gods") has been used ceremonially for thousands of years to open the heart space, support emotional clarity, and invite connection, both with oneself and with others. Unlike processed chocolate, ceremonial cacao retains its full fat content and the complete profile of active compounds, including theobromine, which supports gentle energy, focus, and a warm, expansive feeling in the body.

    When to work with it
    Prepare a cup of ceremonial cacao before meditation, prayer, creative work, or any moment of intentional inner exploration. It is especially supportive in group ceremony, cacao circles, or as a daily morning ritual for those who want to begin the day with presence and an open heart. Many people find it a gentle but meaningful ally for emotional processing, gratitude practice, and deepening connection.

    Craft and sourcing
    Made from 100% cacao with no additives, this offering carries a bold, earthy flavor and a vibrant, natural energy. Raymi Sol works in harmony with traditional methods, honoring the integrity of the cacao from harvest through preparation. Through our exclusive partnership, every batch is made to order, ensuring exceptional freshness. The cacao is shipped by air directly from Peru and marked with a six-month best-by date from production, so what you receive is as close as possible to its origin.

    Safety Reminder
    Ceremonial cacao contains theobromine and small amounts of caffeine. Those with heart conditions, on antidepressants (particularly MAOIs), or who are pregnant should consult a healthcare provider before use. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

    $15.00 USD
    $15.00 USD
    $0.15 g