100% Ceremonial Grade Cacao

Tanzania Heirloom Cacao Beans, a rare fruit from the Kilombero Valley

Our Heirloom Cacao Beans are a special gift from Tanzania, where families have been growing cacao trees for generations. They carefully tend to these trees, ensuring they produce the best beans possible.

A powerful coffee alternative with the active ingredient ‘theobromine’ – providing a sustained lift to reduce fatigue, increase alertness and support general well-being.

A Unique Flavour

Fermented using a special process that gives them a unique flavour with hints of flowers, they also have a striking red colour that makes them stand out from other cacao beans.

A Source you can Trust

The Cacao Farmers in the Kilombero Valley (Tanzania) have practiced organic agriculture by default for generations. 

Due to the historical absence of synthetic inputs, their Cacao trees have been cultivated without pesticides, inorganic fertilisers, or chemical interventions.

This natural approach was formally validated in 2015 when the farms successfully passed their first organic audit. Since then, they have been audited annually to maintain certification standards.

Today, the Cacao beans are certified organic under:

• NOP (USDA Organic)
• EU Organic
• JAS (Japan Organic Standards)

From Tanzania to South Africa

After being harvested in Tanzania, the quality-graded, special selection of fresh, flavour-filled beans are shipped directly to South Africa, then artisanally prepared in Cape Town and ground to a fine liquor. This liquor is as close as you can get to eating the bean itself.

In a Rush? Cup of Cacao in 3 mins recipe

Find below, our ultimate 3-minute, step by step guide on how to make your perfect cup of Cacao!

Life Within's Founder & Cacao Chef, Justin Ford - shares his personal recipe for those days when you don't have enough time on your hands to make your Cacao in a slower, more ritualistic way - but still want to get the incredible benefits of Ceremonial Grade Cacao to power your day mindfully and smoothly.

Got more time? Consciously prepared Cacao recipe on the stove

Watch how to prepare, via the visual reference below on our Instagram reel, and follow the written instructions shown below:

https://www.instagram.com/p/C9oqnuhpWbu/

Embrace the Ceremonial Cacao ritual with these mindful steps:

🕯️ Set Sacred Space: Create tranquility by lighting a candle, burning incense, or playing soothing music to cultivate a sacred atmosphere.

🔥 Boil Purified Water: Heat purified or spring water just below boiling to preserve the delicate flavours of the Cacao.

🍫 Measure Cacao: Aim for a daily serving of 20-25g / 0.71oz-0.88oz or a Ceremonial dose of 40-45g / 1.41oz-1.5oz to suit your preference.

✨ Add Spices (Optional): Enhance your brew with cinnamon, cardamom, cayenne pepper, ginger, ground / pod of vanilla, organic maca powder or your choice of sweetener (see below) for a personalized flavour experience. 

✨ Life Within's sweetening suggestion: ⁠Blended dates (1 mejdoul date per person) in hot water for natural sweetness
- ⁠or - organic honey, coconut blossom sugar / coconut sugar (1/4 teaspoon per 125ml of cacao liquid serving containing 20g cacao serving)

🌀 Stir with Intention: Stir the Cacao clockwise with a wooden spoon or whisk, focusing on intentions such as clarity, healing, or gratitude.

⏳ Infuse with Love and Patience: Let the Cacao simmer gently for 10-12 minutes on low heat, infusing the brew with your loving energy. Ensure to remove from heat source as soon as steam arises - do not let it bubble as the superfood ingredients are very sensitive to high temperatures.

☕ Pour and Serve Mindfully: Pour the warm Ceremonial Cacao into your favourite mug. Hold it close, expressing gratitude for the journey ahead.

🌟 Sip and Reflect: Savour each sip slowly, reflecting on your intentions as the cacao’s warmth nourishes your body, mind, and spirit.

🙏 Express Gratitude: After enjoying your Ceremonial Cacao, take a moment to express gratitude for the experience and the gifts it has brought you.

🍫✨ Embrace the transformative power of Ceremonial Cacao, honouring each step with mindfulness and intention.