Case For Cacao

Ceremonial Cacao is a very loving and supportive heart-opening plant medicine that often gets confused with cocoa or cacao powder. As a certified Keith's Cacao Practitioner I can honestly say that Mama Cacao has thoroughly changed my life. I drink a cup a day at least 5 days a week, and each personal ceremony I have with Her takes me deeper into my passions, excavates stagnancy from my energy field and introduces new perspectives. Her wise council always presents as a smooth blend of sweet encouragement and bitter truths. Her gentle, non-judgmental nature always offers the exact dose of comfort I need. Sitting with Her in ritual enhances my life in profound ways, making each day extra special. I adore Keith's Cacao and have yet to find a brick that has a lovelier bloom or a brighter vibrational profile. Each bean is harvested and hand peeled with loving intentions. I could go on.

I recommend checking out the Keith's Cacao Website and FAQ Page to gain more insights into important health information and additional details regarding the nature and effects of ceremonial grade Cacao, especially if you have any heart conditions and/or take antidepressants.

I must say that each time I finish a warm mug of my favorite recipe it only takes a few minutes to begin receiving inspirational downloads and huge bursts of joy. Sometimes my heart soars with gratitude and I end up crying in happiness as well as releasing more difficult emotions. It may sound too good to be true but She just "hits" me that way. I am so productive and optimistic and blissful and present after my daily dose of theobromine. I look sooo forward to my special ritual! 

Truth be told, I spent over a year painstakingly and lovingly designing and crafting this website, and almost all of the written and graphical content I've created throughout these pages came pouring out of my heart, effortlessly birthing from the depths of my Soul under Mama Cacao's expansive and illuminating influence. I distinctly recall several mornings when I sat with Her, pondering yet another weird formatting problem I had no idea how to deal with, and like a website wizard she would remind me of the solution, helping me access knowledge I already had that my previous, unchecked frustrations were blocking. When your heart is wide open and your mental focus is solid, you can soar through life, and in those ways, Mama Cacao gives me wings. As I write this now I feel the lunchtime mug I drank six hours ago still opening up new pathways to my creativity and authenticity, and my eagerness to share it all with the world.

You can use this link to get a discount when ordering Keith's Cacao and entering code JenniferJohnson at checkout. I'll also share my daily recipe. I adjust the dosage depending on how I feel each day. It's always best to listen to your body anytime you are working with any type of plant medicine, even non-psychedelics such as Cacao, which is more of a gentle, euphoric superfood. You can always start with a small cup and work your way up to the 42.5 gram ceremonial dose. Personally I usually only drink around 28-38 grams per day as I check in with myself physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. I find owning a food scale is quite helpful when working with Cacao. I enjoy being precise and intentional on my way to bliss.

My Recipe:
  • 28 grams (a common, daily dosage) of Keith's Cacao, chopped into tiny shavings/pieces;
  • 288 grams of water or Almond Malk (or homemade nut milk of choice);
  • Ground spices to taste - cayenne, Himalayan salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, etc;
  • 30 grams of honey (or more/less) to taste - I like mine sweet!
  • Any other special ingredients you feel inspired by; Rose powder, for example
Heat the Almond Malk on the stove in a small pot until it is barely simmering on the sides, then pour it into your cup with all of the other ingredients and blend with a handheld frother until well mixed. Mama Cacao's decadent rainbow foam alone will invigorate your senses while visions of bougie Paris chocolate shops dance in your head, that I can almost promise.
  • Remember to only heat your chosen liquid just below its boiling point. If it boils let it sit for a few minutes before blending it into the Cacao.
  • Water is what I used to mix in until I started experimenting with nut milks. I loved the creamy texture so much that I never looked back.
  • It is said that dairy milk can compromise the absorption of Cacao so try to avoid it if possible. I have heard this about soy milk as well.
  • Have fun finding your perfect vessel. I enjoyed supporting an artist and selecting my very special, rustic red pottery mug I found on Etsy that has a gold heart on it. You may find a cool vintage tea cup or charming tumbler that personifies your relationship with the Cacao Spirit. She will communicate with you in a unique way.
This is your journey into the world of high-vibe chocolate - make it fun! It can be such a delightful refuge to hold a sacred ceremony for yourself in the middle of the day, or to begin each morning in quiet reflection, communing with Her warmth and wisdom. It definitely is for me! 

I can hold space for you and guide you in a virtual or live ceremony as a Keith's Cacao Practitioner, as well as answer any questions you may have to get you started - email me anytime at THEDIVINESLEUTH@GMAIL.COM with your inquiries. Cacao is a wonderful precursor to working with The Bowls as well!   xoxo, Juniper