Sacred Earth Medicine Cacao Ceremonial 100g
Pure heirloom Chuncho cacao paste from the foothills of the Peruvian Andes. Nothing added, nothing removed.
Sacred Earth Medicine's Ceremonial Cacao is made from a single ingredient: 100% whole bean Chuncho cacao paste from biodynamic family farms in Peru. The Chuncho bean is a rare, heirloom variety native to the southern Peruvian Andes, grown at altitude in a pristine microclimate on the "eyebrow of the Amazon" where the rainforest meets the foothills. It is one of the oldest and most prized cacao lineages in the world.
Sacred Earth Medicine has been sourcing this specific cacao since 2011, paying their Peruvian farming families well above market rates. Every batch is independently lab tested for heavy metals, moulds, and mycotoxins, with results published openly on their website. The 100g block is the ideal starting point, giving you 2.5 ceremonial doses or 4 creative doses.
The flavour is deep, rich, and intensely chocolatey, with an earthy bitterness and complexity that mass-market cacao simply doesn't have. This is what cacao tastes like before sugar, dairy, and processing get involved.
Why people love it
- Single ingredient: 100% organic whole bean Chuncho cacao paste, nothing added
- Rare heirloom Chuncho bean, native to the southern Peruvian Andes
- Grown biodynamically by family farms in a pristine high-altitude microclimate
- Lab tested every batch for heavy metals, moulds, and mycotoxins (results published openly)
- Farmers paid well above market rate
- Low in caffeine compared to regular cacao, theobromine is the primary active compound
- Australia's multi award-winning ceremonial cacao
- 100g block contains 2.5 ceremonial doses or 4 creative doses
- Outer packaging fully recyclable
How to prepare it
The most common preparation is a warm drink. Grate or break off your dose, add to a small amount of hot (not boiling) water, and whisk or blend until smooth. Most people add a plant-based milk, a pinch of cayenne, and a natural sweetener to taste.
Dose guide for this 100g block:
- Ceremonial dose (45g): 2.5 doses per block
- Creative dose (28g): 4 doses per block
Preparation and dosage instructions are printed on the inside of the packaging.
Ingredients
100% organic whole bean Chuncho Cacao paste (Theobroma cacao). Nothing added. Nothing removed.
Allergen advice: Contains cacao. Made on equipment that also handles tree nuts, dairy, and soy. Not recommended for pregnant women in large doses. Not recommended for people taking antidepressant (MAOI) medication.
Country of origin: Product of Peru.
About Sacred Earth Medicine
Sacred Earth Medicine is an Australian brand that has been sourcing Peruvian ceremonial cacao since 2011. They work directly with biodynamic family farms in the foothills of the Peruvian Andes, pay their farmers above market rates, and independently lab test every batch. They were among the first brands to bring genuine ceremonial-grade cacao to the Australian market.
Why Santos Organics
Santos has been the Northern Rivers' organic food shop since 1978. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, every purchase supports our work in community food systems, supporting local and ethical producers, and the Grow the Growers project. We stock Sacred Earth Medicine because it meets our Care Check standard on sourcing, ethics, and ingredient integrity.
Ready for more? Available in 200g, 400g, and as a 1kg bundle.
Santos Organics is not your average grocery store; it's a not-for-profit social enterprise and environmental charity. Since 1978, we've pioneered the organic wholefood movement. Our stores serve as community hubs where people connect with our team and fellow community members, sharing a journey toward optimal health and wellness. The palpable sense of community forms part of the social and cultural fabric of the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers. Employing over 70 passionate locals, we support hundreds of local farmers, makers, and artisans, promoting the local economy, building community resilience, and strengthening the local food system. Approximately 75% of the food on our shelves is locally grown, produced, or supplied, nurturing interconnectedness and supporting those passionate about clean, wholesome food and sustainable living.
Santos Organics makes conscious shopping easy by sourcing the best organic food and natural lifestyle products. We invest in ethics research through a dedicated Ethics Specialist position, ensuring our products meet rigorous standards before reaching our shelves. Our Care Check process aligns products with our social impact and environmental goals, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Our commitment to ethical product procurement extends to partnerships with local farmers through initiatives like the Grow the Growers Project. This project helps local farmers establish pathways to the organic retail market, making fresh, locally grown organic food more available and affordable. By incorporating supply agreements and mutual marketing support, we foster connections between customers and the farmers behind their food.
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