{"title":"Ceremonial Cacao","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"amaru-ceremonial-cacao-paste-drops","title":"AMARU CEREMONIAL CACAO DROPS 250G (SERPENT)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"row product_top vertical-tabs has-sticky-product-img\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6 product-shop\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs__product-page vertical-tabs\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"wrapper-tab-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"tab-links active\" href=\"https:\/\/www.selenohealth.com.au\/collections\/all-products\/products\/peruvian-organic-raw-criollo-cacao-paste-drops#\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-target=\"#collapse-tab1\" data-taptop=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-angle-down\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" class=\"tab-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-tabcontent=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRaw organic cacao paste drops from the jungles of Peru\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-leaf fas\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRich and creamy texture – perfect for baking or raw foods\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-leaf fas\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRich in antioxidants – ideal for use in cosmetics\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-leaf fas\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeautiful fragrant aroma\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-leaf fas\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSourced directly from the farm in Peru\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% pure organic, single-origin, premium cacao paste drops. Made only from virgin crop, meaning the first crop of the tree and hand-selected pods. Our cacao butter is fermented and full bean, generated from milling the whole bean into a creamy, rich paste then pressing to separate the cacao mass from the rich butter following ancient traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide the highest quality, pure cacao butter so you can feel the love too! We personally source our beans from Peru (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0Z_4UbuRoV4\u0026amp;t=45s\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esee our farm here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e) to find the most potent, therapeutic \u0026amp; flavour rich cacao possible. Every batch is tested and shown to be safe from heavy metals and cadmium. We go beyond fair trade and work exclusively with one family farm that uses sustainable natural agroforestry practices (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ck1o4a8ZNEU\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esee here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur cacao is artisinally grown, fermented and roasted (below 50oC), while maintaining neutral acidity to provide the best aroma and taste. Connect with our cacao and let it open your heart and heal your body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ActivEarth Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42655324078116,"sku":"10039","price":49.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/7302\/9156\/files\/IMG_7992-scaled.webp?v=1758271325"},{"product_id":"uturunku-cacao-paste-drops-250g","title":"UTURUNKU CEREMONIAL CACAO DROPS 250G (JAGUAR)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tab-title\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"tab-links active\" href=\"https:\/\/www.selenohealth.com.au\/collections\/all-products\/products\/uturunku-cacao-paste-drops#\" data-taptop=\"\" data-target=\"#collapse-tab1\"\u003eDescription\u003ci class=\"fa fa-angle-down\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" class=\"tab-content\" data-tabcontent=\"\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\r\nOur Uturunku Cacao now comes in convenient Cacao Drops form, making it even easier to incorporate into your daily routine. These drops are made from the same rare ceremonial cacao paste crafted from indigenous ancestral Cacao in Peru, but in a more concentrated and portable option.\r\n\r\nUturunku honours the Chavín de Huántar ceremonial temple that represents the jaguar and the world of the Kay Pacha—the here and now. It is a calming and embodied cacao that takes us inward to connect deeply with our higher self and tunes us into the frequency of the natural world. It is a low stimulant cacao so can be used in the afternoon and evening with too much stimulation.\r\n\r\nWe recommend these drops for use at home or in ceremonies involving embodiment, sound, meditation, connection, awakening, and daily ritual to assist with feeling present and connected, improving mental health, clarity, guidance, mind-body-spirit balance, and energy maintenance.\r\n\r\nSensations: intense satisfaction, embodiment, connection, spiritual awakening, rejuvenation.\r\n\r\nFlavors: rich, earthy, floral, nutty.\r\n\r\nBest for: ceremonial use, internal journeying, meditation, mindfulness practices, connecting to inner wisdom, enhancing dream states, entourage with other mind-altering plant medicines .\r\n\r\nSuggested use: Add 4-5 drops (20-25g) to hot water or hot plant-based milk with or without spices (examples - cinnamon, cloves, vanilla, cayenne) and sweetener (coconut sugar, raw sugar, honey) and blend or whisk until creamy. Each drop weighs 5g.\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ActivEarth Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42655367200804,"sku":"UTUR-DR-250","price":51.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/7302\/9156\/files\/wp-image-36079559737517-1.webp?v=1758271989"},{"product_id":"uturunku-jaguar-ceremonial-cacao-paste-block-500g","title":"UTURUNKU CEREMONIAL CACAO BLOCK 500G (JAGUAR)","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef7\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef5\" data-shogun-page-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef6\" data-shogun-site-id=\"2ba44363-d566-4aac-b04f-0ccabe89105c\" data-shogun-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef6\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef7\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef5\" data-shogun-page-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef6\" data-shogun-site-id=\"2ba44363-d566-4aac-b04f-0ccabe89105c\" data-shogun-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef6\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% Organic, single-origin, rare indigenous Peruvian ceremonial cacao with potent and unique therapeutic properties. Scientifically researched and supported by a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.callaghaninnovation.govt.nz\/\"\u003eCallaghan Innovation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eresearch grant.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Uturunku (Quecha language - Jaguar) in Andean cosmovision represents the Kay Pacha - the natural world of the here and now. This very rare and special ceremonial paste is hand-crafted from indigenous cacao in Tarapoto, Peru, in honour of the Uturunku. It is grown organically under the natural shade of the jungle canopy and each pod is carefully hand-selected by our artisanal farmer to ensure the quality and potency of each block they produce. Made with love and pure intention, it is blessed and provides high-vibrational energy, with reverence for Peru's ancient ceremonial cacao traditions. From the cultural and spiritual origin of cacao - Peru.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis ceremonial cacao is like no other, with our scientific studies showing it to be ultra potent in levels of \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebiogenic amines\u003c\/strong\u003e like tryptamine and phenylethylamine (PEA) for feelings of \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eintense satisfaction, embodiment and spiritual awakening\u003c\/strong\u003e. It also contains high levels of tryptophan for sensations of \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ejoy and happiness\u003c\/strong\u003e. The therapeutic and biochemical properties are like none we have ever seen before, making it ideal for ceremonial or personal journeying use. It has a strong profile of earthy, nutty and fruity flavours absorbed from the Amazonian agroforestry in which it grows. You can literally taste the jungle in this one!! \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is what we would call an internalising cacao that brings embodiment, connection and puts us into the Kay Pacha - the here and now. We recommend this cacao for use in ceremonies involving \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eembodiment\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etrauma release\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emeditation\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econnection, awakening\u003c\/strong\u003e and for daily use to assist with \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efeeling present\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproving mental health\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eproviding mental connection\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emind-body-spirit balance\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn more about us and our \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/selenohealth.com\/pages\/ceremonial-cacao\" title=\"ceremonial cacao nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eceremonial cacao here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/6849\/1956\/files\/Therapeutic_profile_utu_480x480.jpg?v=1645349116\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSensations:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIntense satisfaction, embodiment, connection, spiritual awakening, joy and happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlavours:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEarthy, nutty, fruity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBest for: \u003c\/strong\u003eEmbodiment, trauma release, meditation, awakening, internal journeying, enhancing dream states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuggested use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Shave or grate 2-3 Tbsp (20-30g) per person into hot water or hot plant-based milk with or without spices (examples - cinnamon, cloves, vanilla, cayenne) and sweetener (coconut sugar, raw sugar, honey) and blend or whisk until creamy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - 500g blocks hand wrapped in wax paper inside cardboard box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - 100% Pure organic ceremonial cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\n \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef7\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef5\" data-shogun-page-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef6\" data-shogun-site-id=\"2ba44363-d566-4aac-b04f-0ccabe89105c\" data-shogun-id=\"62217f4e5740d300c2bebef6\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-0a5570fd-5caf-474e-899a-3a0aa5e41cf3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ActivEarth Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42655367462948,"sku":"UTU-500","price":109.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/7302\/9156\/files\/wp-image-32375371104429-1.webp?v=1758271993"},{"product_id":"amaru-serpent-ceremonial-cacao-paste-block-1-kg","title":"AMARU CEREMONIAL CACAO BLOCK 1KG (SERPENT)","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% pure organic, single-origin, Peruvian ceremonial cacao paste. Australian-Peruvian owned and operated family business. Scientifically researched and supported by a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.callaghaninnovation.govt.nz\/\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCallaghan Innovation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eresearch grant.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Spiral in Andean cosmovision represents the Ukhu Pacha - the world below and the connection to our ancestors. This special ceremonial paste is hand-crafted from criollo cacao in Tocache, Peru, in honour of the Awajun tribe who hold the spiral cacao temple of Monte Grande in Jaen. It is organically shade-grown and hand-selected by our artisanal farmer to the best potency and quality of each block. It is blessed and provides high-vibrational energy, with reverence for Peru's ancient ceremonial cacao traditions\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur ceremonial Criollo cacao has an incredible ratio of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e29:1 - theobromine:caffeine\u003c\/strong\u003e. Perfect for the uplifting, heart opening effects without the negative side-effects of caffeine over-stimulation. Our biochemical analysis has shown it to be also potent in levels of ethanolamides (NAEs) for feelings of intense bliss, polyphenols for mental clarity and tryptophan for sensations of joy and happiness. It has a strong profile of sweet and fruity flavours absorbed from the Amazonian agroforestry in which it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is an externalising cacao that brings uplifting, heart opening bliss and energising clarity. We recommend this cacao for use in ceremonies involving movement, breath work, dance, expression and for daily use to assist with energy, immunity, balance and well-being. Learn more about us and our ceremonial cacao \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"ceremonial cacao paste\" href=\"https:\/\/selenohealth.com\/pages\/ceremonial-cacao\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ActivEarth Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42655388893220,"sku":"AM-1000","price":149.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/7302\/9156\/files\/wp-image32922281869485-1.png?v=1758272272"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/7302\/9156\/collections\/ceremonial.png?v=1774325961","url":"https:\/\/www.activearthfood.com.au\/collections\/ceremonial-cacao.oembed","provider":"ActivEarth Food","version":"1.0","type":"link"}