Authentic Mayan Ceremony Cacao

Criollo is a very rare and precious variety of cacao that was at risk of extinction for many years. It is the cacao of the Mayas and the Aztecs, the cultivation of which has been progressively abandoned owing to its low yield. It is delicate cacao and makes up just 0.01% of global cacao production. Cafe Las Cristalinas only uses this type of Cacao.

Authentic Mayan ceremony cacao, also known as ceremonial-grade cacao, refers to cacao beans and products that are used in traditional Mayan rituals and ceremonies. Cacao has a deep historical and cultural significance in the Mayan civilization, where it was considered a sacred plant and used in various rituals and spiritual practices.

5-pound blocks of Traditional Mayan Ceremonial Cacao.

One Mayan Ceremony Cacao Cup

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Origin: Authentic Mayan ceremony cacao is sourced from regions where cacao has been traditionally grown by Mayan communities. These regions may include parts of Guatemala, Mexico, Belize, and Honduras, among others.
Variety: The cacao used in Mayan ceremonies is typical of the Criollo or Trinitario variety. These varieties are known for their complex flavors and are often favored for their quality and cultural significance.
Processing: Mayan ceremony cacao is often processed using traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. This can include practices such as hand-selecting ripe cacao pods, fermenting and drying the beans, and stone-grinding the cacao nibs into a paste or powder.

Americans are making claims to offer Mayan Cacao.

The Popol Vuh is considered to be one of the four cosmic trees located in the directions of the universe that had an essential association with the sacred plant par excellence; in addition to representing great value for the Mayans, which was used as or coin, trade exchange item and part key in preparing meals and drinks.

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