Ceremonial cacao is much more than an ancient drink. It is a medicinal, non-hybrid, unprocessed food used for generations by the original cultures of the Americas to open the heart, focus the mind, and accompany sacred rituals.
Today, thousands of people around the world integrate it into their daily life as a tool for physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.
What is a cacao ritual?
A cacao ritual is a conscious practice in which you drink cacao in its purest form, guided by a clear intention.
It can be a group ceremony, a personal meditation, or simply a quiet moment to reconnect with yourself.
At Sumay, we believe cacao is a bridge — one that links body, mind, and soul with the wisdom of the earth.
Main benefits of pure ceremonial cacao
1. Steady energy without highs or crashes
Cacao contains theobromine, a natural, gentle stimulant that provides sustained energy.
It supports clarity, focus, and productivity without nervousness or the typical caffeine drop.
2. Emotional balance and heart-opening effects
Ceremonial cacao stimulates serotonin and anandamide — the molecules of pleasure, calm, and love.
It helps ease tension, regulate emotions, and reconnect with a sense of inner softness.
3. Rich in antioxidants and essential minerals
Cacao is one of the most antioxidant-rich foods on the planet.
It offers magnesium, iron, and zinc — key nutrients for the nervous system, heart health, and overall vitality.
4. A plant medicine for inner processes
Many people use cacao as a gentle plant ally for meditation, therapy, rituals, or emotional work.
Its energy is subtle yet deep, supporting introspection and presence.
Why choose non-hybrid cacao?
Non-hybrid varieties such as Criollo, Ganso, or Nacional — the ones we work with at Sumay — preserve the original genetics and spirit of the cacao plant.
This translates into:
- A more authentic flavour
- Clearer energetic properties
- A more direct connection with its ancestral medicine
How to bring cacao into your daily life
You don’t need a full ceremony to enjoy cacao.
You can drink it:
- In the morning as a coffee alternative
- Before meditation or yoga
- As a nourishing drink to start your day with clarity
- During moments of anxiety or emotional tension
- During moon rituals, women’s cycles, or intention-setting moments
Sumay Cacao: from origin, with respect and soul
We work closely with producers and ancestral communities in Peru and Ecuador who have cultivated cacao for generations.
Our ceremonial cacao is:
- Organic
- Fair-trade
- Non-hybrid
- Artisanally processed with care and intention
Every block holds history, medicine, and the quiet beauty of tradition.
Where to buy pure ceremonial cacao
You can purchase authentic ceremonial cacao directly through our website:
Explore Sumay Cacao products
We offer different origins and formats so you can choose the cacao that best supports your journey.
Cacao to reconnect with your heart
Beyond physical benefits, ceremonial cacao invites you to slow down, listen, and return to what truly matters — presence, softness, and inner connection.
Sumay means simple, profound, luminous beauty.
That is what we hope to share with you, in every cup.
