While cacao beans were a widely accepted currency across Mesoamerica, their use revealed the intricacies of the society. The pure, frothy chocolate drink was a luxury reserved largely for nobility, warriors, and ceremonial occasions, signifying status and connection to the divine. Yet the beans themselves flowed through all levels of trade and tribute. Historical records, like those compiled by the Spanish friar Bernardino de Sahagún, describe a complex economy where, for example, a fresh avocad

A fun 😻 way to store ceremonial cacao! Did you know our cacao can last 1-2 years when stored properly? If you live in a temperate place without high heat or humidity, leaving it at room temperature is best. If you live somewhere with lots of heat, you can store your cacao in the coolest place in your house, away from the sun ☀️ Sometimes, we get asked if it's okay to store cacao in the fridge. Preferably, you won't store your cacao in the fridge as it can affect its flavor, but if you absolutel

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