{"product_id":"arriba-nacional-ceremonial-grade-cacao-untempered-cut-chunks","title":"Arriba Nacional Ceremonial Grade Cacao - Untempered Cut (Chunks)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCacao in its rawest usable form. Broken straight from larger blocks with no moulding or processing, giving you full control over how you cut, shave and prepare it.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArriba Nacional\u003c\/strong\u003e is among the rarest cacao varieties in the world - and one of the hardest to source authentically. Ours comes directly from indigenous farming associations in Ecuador, where we work on the ground to ensure every batch is traceable, ethically grown and processed with full transparency. Mislabelling is common in this industry. We're not interested in that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it does for you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMood \u0026amp; mental clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e - Theobromine delivers a smooth, sustained lift. No spike, no crash. Serotonin and dopamine naturally follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart health\u003c\/strong\u003e - Flavanols support healthy circulation and blood pressure by increasing nitric oxide levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep nourishment\u003c\/strong\u003e - Over 300 bioactive compounds, including magnesium, iron, and antioxidants, work quietly in the background.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNervous system support \u003c\/strong\u003e- High magnesium content eases tension and brings the body back to a state of grounded calm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMindful practice\u003c\/strong\u003e - Used in sacred ritual for centuries. Still works that way today.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to go deeper? We've written more about the benefits \u003ca title=\"Health Benefits\" href=\"https:\/\/pachakuticacao.com\/pages\/health-benefits\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to prepare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily dose: 10–25g. Full ceremonial dose: up to 42g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat water, guayusa tea, or nut milk to 80°C - not boiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove from heat and shave in your cacao.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd herbs or a little sweetener if you like.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir slowly until fully blended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSit with it. Set an intention. Drink without rushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecipes and inspiration \u003ca title=\"Recipes\" href=\"https:\/\/pachakuticacao.com\/pages\/recipes\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA few things worth knowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dose over 50g may cause nausea or headaches - more is not more. Keep cacao away from dogs. If you're on antidepressants, heart medication, or MAOIs, check with your doctor first.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pachakuti - Authentic Ancestral Cacao","offers":[{"title":"1kg","offer_id":57517980778831,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2556\/6016\/files\/cacao-chunks-1.png?v=1776786938","url":"https:\/\/pachakuticacao.com\/products\/arriba-nacional-ceremonial-grade-cacao-untempered-cut-chunks","provider":"Pachakuti Cacao","version":"1.0","type":"link"}