{"product_id":"peruvian-gold-criollo-single-strain-ceremonial-cacao-copy","title":"Ecuadorian Camino Verde Chips- Ceremonial Cacao","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEcuadorian Camino Verde Ceremonial Cacao\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExceptional cacao, rooted in Ecuadorian heritage and transformed through thoughtful fermentation.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eOur Camino Verde cacao comes from Ecuador, a country celebrated for its historic Nacional cacao genetics and distinctive fine-flavor beans. At Camino Verde, cacao from Ecuadorian growing regions is brought together and carefully fermented using a controlled process designed to develop remarkable consistency, complexity, and depth of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eThe result is a beautifully expressive cacao with a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erich, fudgy chocolate character complemented by almond, floral, and nuanced earthy notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e. Full-bodied yet balanced, it offers the depth we look for in cacao intended for both intentional daily use and ceremonial preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainably \u0026amp; Thoughtfully Sourced\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eOur approach to sourcing is rooted in relationship, transparency, and respect for the land and the people behind the cacao. Camino Verde cacao is organically certified, and its post-harvest process is designed around careful handling rather than commodity-scale speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eAfter harvest, the cacao is brought to Camino Verde’s central fermentary in Durán, Ecuador, where controlled fermentation helps consistently develop the bean’s natural flavor potential. The beans are then \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esun-dried on raised drying tables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, encouraging airflow and even drying, with mechanical drying used when weather conditions require it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eThis approach aligns with Third Eye Cacao’s larger commitment to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eethical sourcing, organic cultivation, biodiversity, regenerative agriculture, and farming systems that work in relationship with their surrounding ecosystems.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese convenient cacao chips are perfect for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing traditional ceremonial cacao brews.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafting a morning beverage as a wholesome alternative to coffee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhancing smoothies and other nutritious drinks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncorporating into fine desserts and culinary creations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation Suggestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo create a ceremonial cacao drink:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMelt 2-3 tablespoons of cacao chips into 6-8 ounces of hot water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally, cacao is blended with hot water and select herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeel free to add nut milk or a natural sweetener to suit your taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStir well, sip mindfully, and embrace the ceremonial experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndulge in the rich heritage and profound flavors of our Peruvian Criollo cacao, and let each sip transport you to the heart of the Amazon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"3rd Eye Cacao Elixir","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":49527181607067,"sku":null,"price":77.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz","offer_id":49527181639835,"sku":null,"price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":49527181672603,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0037\/4695\/5299\/files\/31CB645B-1A88-4B08-B06B-4BFBD540E3DC.png?v=1789496700","url":"https:\/\/thirdeyecacao.com\/products\/peruvian-gold-criollo-single-strain-ceremonial-cacao-copy","provider":"Third Eye Cacao ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}