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Ceremonial Cacao in Pasadena

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Arroyo mornings, a slower lift. Pure ceremonial cacao, delivered anywhere in Pasadena.

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Alma Ceremonial Cacao

4.95 from 22 reviews

Pure ceremonial cacao paste, single-origin from native communities of the Peruvian Amazon. The whole bean with its cacao butter: one ingredient, nothing added.

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Pasadena mornings have their own rhythm: a loop around the Rose Bowl, a trail along the Arroyo Seco, the San Gabriels catching the first light. Ceremonial cacao fits right in. Alma Cacao is 100% whole cacao from single-origin Peru that melts into a rich, steady cup, a slower lift than coffee for long days in Old Pasadena and beyond. Shop ceremonial cacao.

Arroyo mornings, a slower lift

Cacao's main compound is theobromine, a gentler relative of caffeine. That is why a morning cup tends to feel calm and clear rather than wired. Most people keep it to the morning or early afternoon. Our guide to cacao and caffeine works out how much is in each cup.

How to make it at home

Shave 20 to 30 grams into a mug, pour over water or milk that is steaming but not boiling, let it sit for 30 seconds, then whisk or froth until glossy. Add cinnamon, vanilla or a little honey if you like. Our preparation guide covers the traditional method too.

How to get Alma Cacao in Pasadena

  • Order online. Delivered to every Pasadena address, and to South Pasadena and San Marino nearby. Free shipping on orders $99+, $5.95 flat under.
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How to make your cup.

  1. 1

    Measure

    1 to 2 tablespoons of pieces (10 to 20 g) for a daily cup, about 40 g for a full ceremony.

  2. 2

    Heat

    6 to 8 oz of water or milk, hot but not boiling, about 180°F.

  3. 3

    Whisk

    Whisk or blend until smooth and frothy. Add cinnamon, honey or milk if you like.

Read the full preparation guide
Why Alma Cacao

Calm. Clear. Connected.

A gentler lift

Cacao carries far less caffeine than coffee. Its main compound is theobromine, which many people describe as a calmer, steadier lift.

Room to focus

A warm, slow cup for long mornings and deep work. Made to be sipped, not gulped.

A daily ritual

Five quiet minutes to pause, set an intention and come back to yourself.

The whole bean

Pure cacao paste with its natural cacao butter, so it melts into a thick, rich cup. One ingredient.

A ritual, not a routine

Made for the way Pasadena moves.

Rose Bowl laps, Arroyo light, and an unhurried morning ritual.

Woman resting with a mug of ceremonial cacao along the Arroyo Seco in Pasadena
Couple sharing ceremonial cacao below the Colorado Street Bridge in Pasadena
Alma Cacao canister and two mugs of ceremonial cacao in a Pasadena craftsman kitchen
Why people switch

A different kind of morning cup.

Your morning coffee

  • A fast, sharp lift
  • Easy to overdo by the afternoon
  • Brewed and strained
  • Usually gulped on the go

Alma Cacao

  • A slower, gentler lift
  • Far less caffeine than coffee
  • The whole bean, nothing strained out
  • A ritual you make and sit with

See the full comparison: cacao vs coffee.

4.95 from 22 reviews

Real cups, real rituals.

"Seriously the best cacao I've ever had. The flavor is so robust and just truly the best."

Dr. Marley Stubblefield

"The cacao is out of this world, and you can tell it's made with a ton of love."

Antonia Bova · @houseofantoniaco

"This is hands down one of the best cacao products I have had."

Don
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Make the most of your cacao.

Cacao ceremony at home

A simple, step-by-step guide for your first ceremony: dose, prep, intention.

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Cacao vs coffee

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Questions from Pasadena

Where can I buy ceremonial cacao in Pasadena?

Order online and we deliver to any Pasadena address. Free shipping on orders $99+, $5.95 flat under.

Why whole cacao paste instead of powder?

Powder has had its cacao butter pressed out. Whole paste keeps the entire bean, which is why the cup comes out thick and rich. More in why cacao butter matters.

Do you deliver ceremonial cacao in Pasadena?
Yes, to every address in Pasadena. Free shipping on orders $99+, flat $5.95 under.
Can I replace my coffee with Alma Cacao?
Many people swap one or both of their daily coffees for a cup of cacao. It carries far less caffeine than coffee, and its main compound is theobromine. Go at your own pace, one cup at a time.
What makes it "ceremonial"?
Purity and intention. 100% cacao with nothing added, prepared slowly as a ritual rather than a snack. Read what ceremonial cacao is.
How much should I use?
10 to 20 grams (1 to 2 tablespoons of pieces) makes a daily cup, and about 40 grams is a full ceremonial serving. Our dosing guide walks you through it.
How fast is delivery to Pasadena?
Orders placed by 2 PM Pacific, Monday to Friday, ship the same day. Most arrive within a few days, and unopened product is covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee.

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Arroyo mornings, a slower lift. One ingredient, from Peru to your cup.

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