"Ceremonial Grade Cacao is a term commonly used to describe cacao of particularly high quality — pure, unadulterated and ethically sourced. The cacao typically comes from small family farms where cultivation takes place with respect for nature and its cycles. Anãra Cacao Solids is ceremonial grade cacao and can therefore be used traditionally in ceremonial contexts. It can also be enjoyed simply — as a deep, warm cup of cacao in its purest form. The choice is yours."

Ceremonial cacao refers to cacao traditionally used in rituals and ceremonial contexts. In Mesoamerica, the Maya and Aztecs used cacao as a culturally and spiritually significant plant. Cacao was valued as a gift from the earth and was part of both ceremonies and daily rituals. Traditionally, Criollo beans have been preferred in these contexts due to their complex and refined flavour profile.

What is the white layer on the cocoa liquor?

If your cocoa liquor has a dull surface or thin, white patches, it has experienced what is professionally known as blooming (fat bloom).

This typically happens during transport or storage if the product experiences temperature fluctuations. When the cocoa liquor gets warm, the natural cocoa fats melt slightly and rise to the surface. As it cools down again, the fat crystallizes, leaving a thin, light film.

Important to know as a customer:

• It is NOT mold: It is pure cocoa butter and a completely natural physical reaction.

• No impact on quality: The taste, nutritional value, and shelf life remain fully intact.

• It disappears when melted: As soon as you melt the cocoa liquor down for cooking, baking, or making your own chocolate, the layer disappears, and the mass regains its uniform, dark color.

In other words, this is a purely cosmetic phenomenon, and the product is 100% flawless and ready for use.

A traditional ceremonial serving is typically 30–40 g of cacao per cup. Ceremonial cacao is often consumed slowly and with intention — as a practice of stillness, presence and reflection. Preparation varies according to personal preferences and tradition

Our cacao is best stored dry, dark and cool. Avoid direct sunlight and moisture to preserve quality and flavour.

Anãra Cacao Solids and Cacao Beans are 100% single ingredient products. No GMOs or additives have been used in production. The products are: Vegan, Gluten-free, Kosher-friendly, Made without milk, nuts or other declarable allergens.

At ANĀRA CACAO, organic is a fundamental requirement. We work exclusively with certified organic raw materials and make no compromises. Our products are made solely from cacao grown with respect for nature and its balance. Nothing else is included. In some cases, organic labelling may not yet appear on the packaging due to administrative EU certification processes. This does not change the contents. Our cacao is — and remains — organic. ANĀRA CACAO does not, and has no intention of, selling non-organic products

Yes. Both of our products are ethically sourced in collaboration with small farmers and cooperatives working according to certified organic principles. At ANÃRA CACAO, sustainability is about long-term respect — for the land, the raw material and the people who cultivate it.

Our Cacao Solids are made from beans sourced from Cafiesa, Ecuador. Our Raw Cacao Beans come from Hacienda El Castillo in the Cerecita valley, Ecuador. Both products are processed locally in the country of origin by experienced producers

Anãra Cacao Solids are made from Ecuadorian Arriba Nacional beans — a recognized, aromatic cacao known for its natural depth and elegance.

No — there is no added sugar, sweeteners or other additives in our products. Pure cacao — exactly as nature created it