{"product_id":"alma-blanca-zeremoniekakao","title":"Alma Blanca - White Criollo from a Woman's Hand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e At high temperatures, cocoa paste may soften during shipping. Quality and taste remain unchanged.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALMA BLANCA is a rare ceremonial cacao from Comalcalco in Tabasco, Mexico. In the green hills of this traditional cacao region, Alma and her mother cultivate a small agroforestry garden of less than three hectares – home to an extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003ewhite Criollo cacao\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultivation is entirely natural, without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. In close connection with the earth, the climate, and the inherited knowledge of their ancestors, Alma and her mother cultivate a cacao of great delicacy and clarity.\u003cbr\u003eALMA BLANCA stands for \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous origin, female leadership, and conscious enjoyment\u003c\/strong\u003e – a cacao that unites responsibility, craftsmanship, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEFFECT\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALMA BLANCA has an \u003cstrong\u003euplifting, expansive, and opening\u003c\/strong\u003e effect. Its energy gently elevates without overwhelming, creating a space of inner presence and clarity. We find it to be \u003cstrong\u003eexpression-enhancing\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in the areas of voice, communication, and creative unfolding – ideal for singing, vocal work, or ritualistic expression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe further perceive the effect as \u003cstrong\u003elightly invigorating and joyfully transforming\u003c\/strong\u003e. The space around you seems to open, expanse arises – a feeling of greatness, presence, and gentle vitality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALMA BLANCA has a \u003cstrong\u003ecreamy texture\u003c\/strong\u003e with fine vibrancy and subtle salty crystal notes.\u003cbr\u003eIn taste, it is \u003cstrong\u003echocolatey and umami\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by \u003cstrong\u003etamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e, a spicy-sweet depth, and elegant freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, \u003cstrong\u003emilk chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eplum\u003c\/strong\u003e, a light hint of \u003cstrong\u003ecinnamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecaramel\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e, and delicate notes of \u003cstrong\u003ecoconut\u003c\/strong\u003e unfold. A complex, harmonious aroma profile of great delicacy.\u003cbr\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003e100% pure cocoa paste with no additives\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWHITE ALMOND CRIOLLO CACAO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALMA BLANCA is a single-origin cacao from a \u003cstrong\u003erare white almond Criollo genetic variety\u003c\/strong\u003e. White Criollos are among the most exquisite and rare cacao varieties worldwide. They are characterized by particularly fine aromas, low bitterness, and an exceptionally creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their limited availability and demanding cultivation, these cacaos are rare and especially valuable – both in terms of taste and cultural significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comalcalco, Tabasco, Mexico\u003cbr\u003eThis area is one of the historical origin regions of cacao cultivation in Mesoamerica and is deeply intertwined with Maya culture and its ritual cacao traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROCESSING\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFermented for 6 days \/\/ Sun-dried on wooden beds \/\/ Gently \u0026amp; carefully roasted in Mexico City by Fausto \/\/ 24 hours finely ground \u0026amp; tempered\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll processing steps – from cultivation to refinement – take place entirely in Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCULTIVATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cacao grows in a \u003cstrong\u003ebiodiverse agroforestry system\u003c\/strong\u003e that integrates the natural layers of the rainforest. This farming method protects soil, water, and biodiversity while preserving the ecological balance of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor you, this means an \u003cstrong\u003eenergetically pure, high-quality food\u003c\/strong\u003e that was created in harmony with people and nature – ideal for ceremonial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Mangroovia cacaos are \u003cstrong\u003efree from pesticides and synthetic fertilizers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTRADE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur personal relationship with Alma and her mother enables \u003cstrong\u003efair, direct, and transparent trade\u003c\/strong\u003e – without intermediaries, free from child labor, exploitation, and slavery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFARMING PARTNERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlma and her mother\u003c\/strong\u003e manage their small agroforestry garden with great care, dedication, and deep knowledge of the land's natural cycles. Their work combines indigenous tradition with responsibility for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALMA BLANCA is an expression of this attitude: calm, powerful, and carried by strong women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% finely ground cacao beans\u003cbr\u003e100% Single Farm Origin \u0026amp; Single Bean Cacao\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant ingredients: Anandamide, Theobromine, Tryptophan, natural fatty acids, antioxidants (flavanols, polyphenols), phenylethylamine, magnesium, potassium, iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePREPARATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many different recipes for ceremonial cacao. 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