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Ceremonial Cacao in Topanga

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Woman in linen with a mug of ceremonial cacao on a cabin deck under the oaks in Topanga Canyon
Single-origin Peru
Gonzalo serving at the Alma Cacao pop-up table
100% cacao paste in small pieces. Nothing to chop.
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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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Few places in Los Angeles understand ritual like Topanga. Between the oaks, the creek and the long canyon views, slowing down is part of daily life, and ceremonial cacao has a natural home here. Alma Cacao is 100% whole cacao from single-origin Peru, made for daily ritual and for ceremony. Shop ceremonial cacao.

Canyon mornings, heart first

Maybe your morning starts on a trail in Topanga State Park, with the ocean opening up from the ridge, or with a quiet cup on the porch before the canyon road wakes up. Ceremonial cacao is made for that kind of start. Its main compound, theobromine, is a gentler relative of caffeine, so the cup feels warm rather than sharp.

For ceremonies and circles

Holding a cacao circle? Plan on 20 to 40 grams per person depending on the depth of the ceremony, and melt it gently in water that is hot but not boiling. Our dosing guide explains how to choose an amount, and facilitators can order larger quantities through wholesale. First time holding one? Our guide shows how to do a cacao ceremony, step by step, and how much caffeine a cup holds is worth a look before you pour full cups for a group.

How to get Alma Cacao in Topanga

  • Order online. Delivered to every Topanga address, up and down the canyon. Free shipping on orders $99+, $5.95 flat under.
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  • Catch a pop-up. We pop up at the Topanga Farmers Market from time to time.
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Ready in three minutes

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 Topanga moves.

Circles, canyon trails and cups shared with people you love.

Outdoor cacao circle under the oaks in Topanga Canyon
Alma Cacao canisters at a pop-up table in Topanga as cacao is poured
Hiker with a mug of ceremonial cacao overlooking the Pacific in Topanga State Park
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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More ways to enjoy it

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

Caffeine, taste and ritual side by side, and how to switch at your pace.

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Ceremonial cacao gifts

Gift ideas from $22 for the coffee lover, the yogi and the host.

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Ceremonial cacao near you

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Questions from Topanga

What makes cacao ceremonial?

Ceremonial cacao is the whole bean, ground with its cacao butter intact, with nothing added. It is made to be prepared slowly and sat with. Read what ceremonial cacao is.

Where can I buy ceremonial cacao in Topanga?

Order online and we deliver anywhere in the canyon, with free shipping on orders of $99 or more. We also pop up at the Topanga Farmers Market from time to time.

Do you deliver ceremonial cacao in Topanga?
Yes, to every address in Topanga. 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.
How is it different from cacao powder at the store?
Powder is what is left after most of the cacao butter is pressed out. Alma Cacao is the whole bean ground into a paste with its butter still in, so it melts into a thick, rich cup. It is single-origin Peru and lab tested for heavy metals.
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 Topanga?
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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Canyon mornings, heart first. One ingredient, from Peru to your cup.

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