The "Stick To Your Own Culture" Fallacy and What It Means For Cacao

The "Stick To Your Own Culture" Fallacy and What It Means For Cacao

febrero 17, 2026

Cacao has a long history of cultural significance in the Americas, yet it's misguided to say that cacao "should" only stay in its original context.

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Why "Cacao Ceremony" Usually Isn't the Best Title for an Event

Why "Cacao Ceremony" Usually Isn't the Best Title for an Event

enero 12, 2026

There are some important things to consider when naming a cacao event in order to distinguish modern cacao experiences from traditional practices.

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Why Real Ceremonial Cacao Blocks Have Swirls and Blotches

Why Real Ceremonial Cacao Blocks Have Swirls and Blotches

diciembre 10, 2025

Irregular markings on a cacao block are not only common, but a sign that you're holding the real thing: authentic ceremonial cacao!

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Shipping Update: We're Upgrading to Serve You Better

Shipping Update: We're Upgrading to Serve You Better

agosto 01, 2025

In an effort to improve your experience of receiving orders, we’re making a huge change to how our products are shipped.

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The Price of Authenticity and Accountability in Ceremonial Cacao

The Price of Authenticity and Accountability in Ceremonial Cacao

mayo 18, 2025

For years, the true value of authentic ceremonial cacao has been artificially suppressed. Soul Lift Cacao is proud to contribute to a historic correction.

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How to Make a Cup of Ceremonial Cacao

How to Make a Cup of Ceremonial Cacao

marzo 03, 2025

This video shows step-by-step how to make a cup of cacao using modern equipment. Once you get the hang of it, you'll be glad you chose authentic ceremonial cacao!

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Cacao Allies: 5 Ways for Non-Indigenous People to Stay Ethical

Cacao Allies: 5 Ways for Non-Indigenous People to Stay Ethical

febrero 08, 2025

Authentic ceremonial cacao has a lot to offer the world. Yet as this modern ceremonial cacao movement grows, there are lingering questions about how to share it in an ethical way. Here are 5 tips on how to do that!

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mitla traditional cacao demonstration

How Tariffs Would Affect Mitla Ceremonial Cacao

febrero 03, 2025

A blanket tariff on Mexican imports would have a devastating effect on the cost of Mitla ceremonial cacao, which is grown in Chiapas and prepared in Oaxaca.

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Introduction to Cacao Pods

Introduction to Cacao Pods

enero 17, 2025

Most people never see what comes before a cacao block, or even a drink. And it's a shame, because it can help us appreciate cacao more fully! Here's your chance to learn about cacao pods.

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Why Heart of the Earth Cacao's Price Has Jumped

Why Heart of the Earth Cacao's Price Has Jumped

enero 10, 2025

The price of Heart of the Earth cacao has risen a lot recently. Some factors are the same for all our cacao. Yet this unique case also helps to explain our whole model of sourcing authentic ceremonial cacao.

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Confronting Ethical Abuse by the So-Called "Mayan Wisdom Project"

Confronting Ethical Abuse by the So-Called "Mayan Wisdom Project"

noviembre 30, 2024

This is the story of how we helped Mayan spiritual guides express how they felt exploited by a non-indigenous company... and how we became a target of intimidation in the process. It's a cautionary tale.

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Ceremonial Cacao and Psilocybin Mushrooms: Historical Overlap and Therapeutic Synergy

Ceremonial Cacao and Psilocybin Mushrooms: Historical Overlap and Therapeutic Synergy

abril 05, 2024

For thousands of years, ceremonial cacao and psilocybin mushrooms have been used by indigenous groups in Latin America. Now cacao presents potential advantages for administration methods and therapeutic effect in modern psilocybin therapies.

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