Cacao & Kanna Chronicles

Soulful insights on ceremonial cacao, kanna and mindful living. Rituals, plant wisdom and slow mornings.

Ripe red cacao pods hanging on trees in a sunlit Peruvian rainforest grove at sunrise
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Peruvian Cacao: What Makes Ceremonial Cacao From Peru Special

Alma Cacao7 min read
What makes Peruvian cacao special: why the ICCO rates 75% of Peru's cocoa bean exports fine or flavour,...
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A steaming ceramic mug of thick, opaque ceremonial cacao beside an Alma Cacao canister on a warm wooden table
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Ceremonial Cacao: What It Is and Why People Drink It

Alma Cacao15 min read
Ceremonial cacao is the whole cacao bean ground into a paste, butter and all. Our complete guide: what...
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A wooden scoop of whole cacao paste pieces in a stoneware bowl beside the Alma Cacao canister and a mug of cacao
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Cacao Paste vs Powder: What's the Real Difference?

Gonzalo Dieguez3 min read
If you've been comparing cacao paste and cacao powder, here's the short version. Paste is the whole cacao...
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Cacao nibs vs cacao powder vs whole cacao paste shown side by side on a rustic wooden table
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Cacao Nibs vs Cacao Powder (vs Whole Paste): Which Is Better for You?

Alma Cacao7 min read
Cacao nibs vs cacao powder, and why whole cacao paste beats both. A clear look at fat, flavanols,...
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The Wolfmoon bakery storefront in Bonita Springs, Florida
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Wolfmoon Bakery: The Story of Clara Fasciglione

Alma Cacao4 min read
Meet Clara Fasciglione, the Argentine master baker behind Wolfmoon, the Naples and Bonita Springs bakery loved for French...
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How to Make Ceremonial Cacao: Recipe and Traditional Method
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How to Make Ceremonial Cacao: Recipe and Traditional Method

Alma Cacao11 min read
How to make ceremonial cacao at home: our simple recipe for a daily or a ceremonial cup, the...
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Morning ritual without coffee, a mug of ceremonial cacao in soft morning light
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Ceremonial Cacao: A Coffee Alternative With Less Caffeine

Alma Cacao5 min read
Ceremonial cacao as a coffee alternative: how much caffeine a cup has, how it compares with coffee, decaf...
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Ceremonial Cacao vs Cacao Powder: What's Actually Different (and Why It Matters)
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Ceremonial Cacao vs Cacao Powder: What's Actually Different (and Why It Matters)

Alma Cacao11 min read
Ceremonial cacao vs cacao powder: powder is the defatted leftover after the cacao butter is pressed out. Ceremonial...
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Why Cacao Butter Matters: The Fat That Carries the Benefits
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Why Cacao Butter Matters: The Fat That Carries the Benefits

Alma Cacao7 min read
Cacao butter explained: the natural fat that makes up about half the cacao bean, what it is made...
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A serene home cacao ceremony setup with inviting decor
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Crafting Your Own Cacao Ceremony: Steps to Create a Transformative Experience

GONZALO DIEGUEZ3 min read
Discover step-by-step guidance to design your personal cacao ceremony, enriching your spiritual practice and fostering communal connection.
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A serene environment where cacao rituals take place, with calming elements and nature.
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Transformative Power of Rituals: Cacao for Enhanced Mindfulness

GONZALO DIEGUEZ3 min read
A simple, practical cacao ritual for mindfulness, from setting up your space to sipping with attention.
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A side-by-side comparison of ceremonial cacao and regular chocolate products.
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Ceremonial Cacao vs Regular Cacao, Raw Cacao, Cocoa and Chocolate

GONZALO DIEGUEZ7 min read
Ceremonial cacao is the whole bean ground into a paste. Here is how it compares to regular cacao...
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