{"product_id":"mitla-100-pure-ceremonial-cacao-from-mexico","title":"Mitla 100% Pure Ceremonial Cacao from Mexico","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRICE REDUCED! CHOOSE YOUR TYPE AND AMOUNT ABOVE.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA SOUL LIFT CACAO EXCLUSIVE… Mitla was our first-ever Mexican cacao!\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s grown in Chiapas near the southern border, in the historic cacao cultivation town of Soconusco. \u003cstrong\u003eThe growing region sits at approximately 670 meters (2,200 feet) above sea level.\u003c\/strong\u003e The seeds are taken to the nearby state of Oaxaca, where they’re toasted and peeled by Zapotec women in a small village east of Oaxaca City. It is named after the Zapotec archaeological site near where it’s prepared, which historically was an important ritual site considered to be a portal to the underworld! \u003cstrong\u003eProfile: Savory, buttery blend of 5-day fermented and “washed” (unfermented) cacao\u003c\/strong\u003e. NOTE: The photo of traditional \"metate\" stone grinding is to demonstrate how it's still done at home in Oaxaca. The packaged cacao is ground in a mechanical mill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOur labels and branding are approved by the producers, and we have their consent to share the cacao for the betterment of humanity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/4938\/9223\/files\/Mitla_data_2023-6_600x600.png?v=1686596576\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*amounts are per 1oz of cacao paste\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEET THE MAKERS OF MITLA CEREMONIAL CACAO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoledad, Candelaria, and Adriana demonstrate how Mitla ceremonial cacao is prepared in the Zapotec village of Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca, Mexico. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VYVKL2KlDAg?si=v9DIYap_wNOluj6t\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCacao has been considered sacred in Mesoamerica for thousands of years, long before the chocolate industry altered the original treasure. It has numerous superfood benefits, and can also deepen introspective practices like yoga and meditation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery purchase of this cacao supports indigenous people through ethical direct trade, and helps them preserve their spiritual traditions and values. For more info about us and our partners, visit our \u003ca title=\"sources\" href=\"https:\/\/soulliftcacao.com\/blogs\/pages\/sources\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSources page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIRECTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo make a drink of ceremonial cacao, finely chop the cacao. Measure 1\/4 cup ground cacao and 6-8 oz of hot water (steaming but not boiling). Mix with a blender (with caution!), handheld frother, or other agitator to fully melt the cacao. Optional: Add a dash of cayenne pepper and natural sweetener to taste. Enjoy!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCacao can also be added to smoothies, oatmeal, ice cream, and other foods. Experiment with making your own chocolates or bliss balls!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGLUTEN-FREE • VEGAN • SUGAR-FREE • SOY-FREE • NUT-FREE • GMO-FREE • PLANT-BASED • SLAVE-FREE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct of Mexico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients: Pure ceremonial cacao paste (Theobroma cacao)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage info: Keep in a cool, dry, dark place. Refrigeration not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy metal content: This cacao was tested for heavy metals by a third-party laboratory and found to be in a safe range for lead as advised by the FDA, and for cadmium as advised by the EU Commission, in parts per million (ppm). \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlease also see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soulliftcacao.com\/apps\/help-center#hc-is-it-true-that-cacao-and-chocolate-can-contain-heavy-metals-have-you-had-your-cacao-tested\" title=\"FAQ post\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFAQ post\u003c\/a\u003e on heavy metals in cacao and chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*NOTE: Packaging may differ slightly from the photos here.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some melting of cacao paste may occur during shipping. This isn’t a problem in terms of the quality of the cacao, but the shape may be different than pictured.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Color and pattern variation is natural for pure artisanal cacao. Smooth white areas are most likely the natural cacao butter. Reach out if you have any questions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Please allow up to 7 business days from the time you place your order until you need your cacao to arrive. Thanks for understanding that we cannot process expedited orders at this time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soul Lift Cacao","offers":[{"title":"1lb Block (16 servings)","offer_id":67783257227479,"sku":"PC-MCCP-1LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2lb Block (8 servings)","offer_id":67783257260247,"sku":"PC-MCCP-0.5LB","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7366\/6263\/files\/Mitlamachineground1lb.png?v=1792110841","url":"https:\/\/culturesandcommunities.com\/products\/mitla-100-pure-ceremonial-cacao-from-mexico","provider":"Cultures and Communities","version":"1.0","type":"link"}