Recipes

1. The Citrus Sun-Up (Hot Drink)

Best with:

Water or Oat Milk (naturally sweet and creamy)

This is a bright, warming drink that balances the bitterness of the cacao paste with citrus notes.

Ingredients:

  • 15-40g finely chopped Cacao Paste,
  • 150ml Hot Water,
  • 50ml Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice,
  • 1 tsp Honey or Maple Syrup,
  • a pinch of Cinnamon.

Method:

Gently heat your water and the cacao paste together, whisking until the block has fully melted and the liquid is frothy.
Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh orange juice last (this preserves the heat-sensitive Vitamin C).

The "Orange" Benefit:

Adding orange doesn't just taste great - cacao is a significant plant-based source of Iron. Because iron from plants is harder for the body to process, the Vitamin C in the orange acts as a "bio-availability booster," helping your body absorb that iron much more efficiently.

2. The Midnight Mint Chiller (Iced Drink)

Best with:

Coconut Milk 

A refreshing, sophisticated iced cacao that feels like a liquid "After Eight" mint.

Ingredients:

  • 15-40g Cacao Paste (melted),
  • 150ml Coconut Milk,
  • 50ml of hot water,
  • 2 drops Peppermint extract,
  • handful of ice.

Method:

Melt the cacao paste with the hot water to create a thick "syrup".
Blend this with the cold coconut milk and peppermint.
Pour over a tall glass of ice.

Customer Tip:

The healthy fats in the cacao and coconut milk provide a slow-release energy burn, preventing the "caffeine crash" often found in iced coffee.

3. The Deep Forest Smoothie

Best with:

Almond Milk (nutty and light)

A nutrient-dense smoothie that uses the cacao block to provide texture and depth.

Ingredients:

  • 15-40g chopped Cacao Paste,
  • 1 cup Almond Milk,
  • 1/2 cup Blueberries,
  • 1 small Banana,
  • 1 tbsp Almond Butter.

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender.
The cacao paste will break down into tiny, crunchy "nib" sizes or fully incorporate depending on your blender speed.

Why it works:

The Vitamin E in almond milk and the antioxidants in blueberries work alongside the cacao to support skin health and cognitive function.


4. The Velvet Cacao-cado Smoothie

Best with:

Cashew Milk (the creamiest plant-based option)

A thick, "mousse-like" smoothie that can be eaten with a spoon or sipped.

Ingredients:

  • 15-40g Cacao Paste (shaved),
  • 250ml Cashew Milk,
  • 1/2 a ripe Avocado,
  • 2 Medjool Dates (pitted),
  • pinch of sea salt.

Method:

Blend until perfectly silky. The avocado makes the drink incredibly rich without the need for dairy.

Why it works:

Cacao contains Magnesium, which helps with muscle relaxation. When paired with the healthy fats in avocado and cashew milk, it becomes a "brain-food" powerhouse that keeps you full for hours.

Did you know?

Cacao is one of the highest plant-based sources of iron on the planet. But there’s a trick: to help your body absorb it, you need a Vitamin C 'key.' That’s why we love pairing our cacao blocks with fresh orange juice - it tastes like a gourmet chocolate treat while working hard to support your mineral intake!

Barista Tip:

Use Oat Milk if you want a rich, comforting dessert-style drink. If you prefer a lighter, more traditional "ceremonial" feel that highlights the natural fruitiness of the cacao block, use Hot Water instead!

Why Cacao Paste?

Unlike standard cocoa powder, our Cacao Paste Blocks contain the natural Cacao Butter. This fat is essential because it carries the flavour and allows the nutrients to be absorbed slowly by your digestive system, providing a calm, focused energy rather than a jittery spike.

Using Estimular Cacao in Ceremonies & Wellness Spaces

Ceremonial cacao is a powerful tool for connection, presence, and intention.

Estimular Cacao integrates seamlessly into yoga classes, sound healing, breathwork, meditation, and retreat settings.


Ways to incorporate cacao:
      •     Opening or closing ritual for yoga classes
      •     Heart-opening cacao ceremonies
      •     Pre-meditation or sound healing drink
      •     Retreat welcome ritual
      •     Creative or reflective group sessions


Cacao supports focus, emotional openness, and grounded energy - creating a calm yet uplifted state without the crash of caffeine.


Simple to prepare, easy to serve, and deeply nourishing, Estimular Cacao enhances both the experience and atmosphere of any wellness offering.

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Wholesale & Trade

Estimular Cacao is available for wholesale supply to yoga studios, wellness retreats, cafés, coffee shops, and conscious brands.


Our ceremonial-grade cacao is ideal for:
      •     Cacao ceremonies & group rituals
      •     Café menus & coffee alternatives
      •     Wellness events & retreats
      •     Culinary and beverage use


We offer competitive wholesale pricing and reliable supply.


Wholesale enquiries:
📩 estimularcacao@gmail.com