NOTE: DUE TO DROUGHT IN WINTER 2024, SUPPLY OF TUK TUK CACAO WILL BE VERY LIMITED THIS YEAR.
CHOOSE YOUR AMOUNT AND TYPE ABOVE! DUE TO SUPPLY LIMITATIONS, 1LB BLOCKS ARE CURRENTLY LIMITED TO 3 PER CUSTOMER.
From the special village of Lanquin in the heart of Guatemala comes Tuk Tuk cacao! The name comes from the "auto-rickshaws" that are a common way of getting around in Guatemala. The cacao is grown by a cooperative of family farmers in Lanquin, and prepared into paste by Catarina and her network of Mayan women at Lake Atitlan. Tuk Tuk offers a hint of caramel, slight tart flavor, and smooth energy.
People in photos:
- K'eqchi' Maya people who are part of the cooperative that grows Tuk Tuk cacao in Alta Verapaz
- Catarina (center) who toasts and peels the cacao, with Nick Meador (L) and his partner Kate (R)
*Our labels and branding are approved by the producers, and we have their consent to share the cacao for the betterment of humanity.*
*amounts are per 1oz of cacao paste
Cacao has been considered sacred in Mesoamerica for thousands of years, long before the chocolate industry altered the original treasure. It has numerous superfood benefits, and can also deepen introspective practices like yoga and meditation.
Every purchase of this cacao supports Mayan indigenous people through ethical direct trade, and helps them preserve their spiritual traditions and values. For more info about us and our partners, visit our Sources page.
DIRECTIONS
To make a drink of ceremonial cacao, finely chop the cacao. Measure 1/4 cup ground cacao and 6-8 oz of hot water (steaming but not boiling). Mix with a blender (with caution!), handheld frother, or other agitator to fully melt the cacao. Optional: Add a dash of cayenne pepper and natural sweetener to taste. Enjoy!
Cacao can also be added to smoothies, oatmeal, ice cream, and other foods. Experiment with making your own chocolates or bliss balls!
GLUTEN-FREE • VEGAN • SUGAR-FREE • SOY-FREE • NUT-FREE • GMO-FREE • PLANT-BASED • SLAVE-FREE
Product of Guatemala
Ingredients: Pure ceremonial cacao paste (Theobroma cacao)
Storage info: Keep in a cool, dry, dark place. Refrigeration not required.
Heavy metal content: This cacao was tested for heavy metals by a third-party laboratory and found to be in a safe range for lead as advised by the FDA, and for cadmium as advised by the EU Commission, in parts per million (ppm). Please also see our FAQ post on heavy metals in cacao and chocolate.
*NOTE: Packaging may differ slightly from the photos here.
*Some melting of cacao paste may occur during shipping. This isn’t a problem in terms of the quality of the cacao, but the shape may be different than pictured.
*Color and pattern variation is natural for pure artisanal cacao. Smooth white areas are most likely the natural cacao butter. Reach out if you have any questions.
*Please allow up to 7 business days from the time you place your order until you need your cacao to arrive. Thanks for understanding that we cannot process expedited orders at this time.
