{"product_id":"utz-kaslemal-good-life-la-noche-ceremonial-cacao-454g-block","title":"UTZ K'ASLEMAL ~ Good Life ~ LA NOCHE CEREMONIAL CACAO  454g BLOCK","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully hand-made \u0026amp; direct trade from an indigenous collective in Guatemala. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Cacao. 100% Kaakao. 100% Kakao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegan, gluten-free, GMO-free, sugar-free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLA NOCHE Flavor Profile: Dark, rich and warm with subtle hints of mint chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-made, certified organic, criollo ceremonial cacao from plants that are nurtured using ancestral practices and the Mayan worldview, which values harmony with nature and all living beings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in the Quiche region by Utz K’aslemal, a collective of Q'eqchi\u003c\/span\u003e' Mayan Families living in the northwestern highlands of Guatemala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blocks are packaged in handwoven pouches, which carry cultural significance. The patterns on the weavings tell stories from the Maya nations. The pouches can be used to store crystals, sacred items or in whatever other way you dream to repurpose them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎No additives, just 100% cacao, means more variety in appearance \u0026amp; taste. It is normal for cacao blocks to vary in taste from batch to batch due to factors such as humidity, rain, soil conditions, etc. that vary from year to year, tree to tree \u0026amp; season to season. It as also normal for the appearance \u0026amp; shape of blocks to vary slightly. The appearance of white circles, called ‘cacao bloom’ 🌸 is typical on some blocks - indicating the presence of untempered natural fats within the cacao. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCeremonial cacao is not only safe during pregnancy \u0026amp; while breastfeeding, it is used  by Mayan midwives! Cacao is also a great plant ally for menstruating humans.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☕️ 🍫 HOW TO USE:\u003cbr\u003eTo prepare as a beverage, the cacao is chopped into small pieces so that it becomes easier to melt. The most basic recipe 👉🏼 Pre-boil water (or plant milk) \u0026amp; add on top of cacao only so much to barely cover the cacao chunks, then blend with a wood spoon until smooth. Add a bit more hot water little by little until the paste becomes liquidy. Then add as much more water as you like for your preferred thickness. To sweeten, we recommend natural allies like agave, honey, maple \u0026amp; date syrup. Spice it up as you like - our favorites are our Utz K’aslemal Mayan Cardamom; Cinnamon, Chili, Ginger \u0026amp; Turmeric sourced from Tuqtuquilal; as well as Nutmeg, Sea Salt \u0026amp; Vanilla. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan also be used for other recipes or to make your own healthy, sugar-free chocolates. To make your own chocolate: using a double boiler, mix 1 part cacao + 1 part cacao butter + 1\/3 sweetener (we recommend maple syrup).  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEvery block purchased comes with an informational postcard explaining: suggested dosing \u0026amp; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow to prepare your own cup of cacao. Choose from English, Finnish or Swedish. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-testid=\"richTextElement\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-testid=\"richTextElement\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mayan ceremonial Cacao\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCeremonial cacao products are produced in the most ethical, sustainable \u0026amp; regenerative ways possible - with respect \u0026amp; reciprocity to the earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheobroma cacao is the tree - native to Central \u0026amp; South America - from which all cacao, cocoa \u0026amp; chocolate products originate.  Theobroma is Latin for ‘food of the gods.’  Cacao is an Olmec term meaning ‘bitter’ and ‘water.’ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeremonial cacao is made by indigenous Mayan communities, following ancient methods of harvesting \u0026amp; preserving the seeds collected from the fruit of the Theobroma cacao tree.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter farming - according to ancient methods of planting that follow the cycles of the earth, moon and sun; the cacao is harvested from mature trees - twice a year. From inside the cacao fruits, cacao seeds are collected, fermented \u0026amp; sun-dried. Then the cacao seeds are roasted over wood fire, peeled \u0026amp; grinded. The resulting liquified paste is poured into molds where it hardens into circular cacao blocks or “tortillas.” To prepare as a beverage, the cacao is chopped into small pieces so that it becomes easier to melt. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA SUPERFOOD \u0026amp; SACRED PLANT OF THE MAYA NATIONS: Packed with nutrients that boost mood, ease stress \u0026amp; help fight disease, this gentle \u0026amp; sacred heart-opening plant has been a central component of Mayan culture, midwifery \u0026amp; community life for thousands of years. Today it is celebrated in the Western world as a “Superfood.” Notable vitamins \u0026amp; nutrients include high levels of B vitamins, calcium, folate, iron, magnesium, zinc; anandamide - the bliss chemical; as well as chemicals that help the body make serotonin \u0026amp; dopamine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of Health Benefits of Cacao:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎  Natural antidepressant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: helps make dopamine \u0026amp; serotonin! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavonoid antioxidants: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanti-inflammatory; prevent blood clots; support kidney function; offer neuroprotection; improve circulation; lower blood pressure; anticarcinogenic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎  Boosts energy while reducing anxiety. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh in magnesium \u0026amp; theobromine; caffeine content is balanced by high theobromine levels to give a stable, more calm \u0026amp; time-released stimulant effect. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential minerals: Calcium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, chromium, copper, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emagnesium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manganese, potassium, selenium, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezinc.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎  Rich in vitamins: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA, C, E, K1, B1 (thiamine), B2, B3 (niacin), B5, B6, B9 (folate) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafe in pregnancy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABOUT THE MAYAN COLLECTIVE UTZ K'ASLEMALA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Utz K'aslemala is collective of Q'eqchi' Mayan Families living in the Quiche region, located in the northwestern highlands of Guatemala. Members of this collective include artisans, farmers, musicians, timekeepers, dancers, and Mayan ball players. They aim to share Mayan spirituality trough a worldview of reconnection and integration with divinity. Their activities are guided by sacred fire ceremonies, performed in unity the energies of the universe and the earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Utz\u003c\/strong\u003e- means good or excellent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eK’aslemal\u003c\/strong\u003e- means life \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural meaning of Utz K'aslemal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe good life for a useful existence. 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