The correct preparation of cocoa for ceremonies
The Preparation cocoaozeremony is an essential part of the ritual and differs fundamentally from the conventional preparation of cocoa. While industrial cocoa is often heavily processed and moved with sugar and dairy products, pure, unprocessed cocoa is used for a cocoaozeremony. This raw cocoa contains a high concentration of valuable ingredients that intensify its effect.
Choosing the right cocoa
For an authentic Preparation cocoaozeremony Is exclusively ceremonial cocoa used. This comes from sustainable cultivation, traditionally fermented and only minimally processed to maintain its natural active ingredients. Particularly popular varieties come from countries such as Peru, Guatemala or Ecuador, where indigenous communities harvest and process the cocoa according to old traditions.
The right dosage for a cocoaozeremony
The recommended amount depends on the desired intensity of experience:
- Gentle effect (e.g. for Meditation): 15–20 g cocoa
- Deep connection and emotional opening: 30–40 g cocoa
- Maximum effect for intensive ceremonies: 40–50 g cocoa (caution: high doses can stimulate the circulation or high blood pressure!)
Coacaozeremony preparation – step by step
Ingredients:
30–40 g ceremonial cocoa per person
200–250 ml of hot but not boiling water or plant milk
A pinch of chili (optional, reinforces the effect)
A hint of cinnamon or vanilla for flavoring
some sweetness (e.g. honey or coconut blossom sugar), if desired
Preparation:
- Shoot the cocoa: The raw cocoa block is hacked into small pieces so that it resolves more easily.
- Heat the liquid: The water or plant milk should be heated to around 70–80 ° C. Temperatures that are too high can destroy the valuable ingredients of the cocoa.
- Slowly stir in the cocoa: The cocoa is put in the warm liquid, stirring or mixing constantly. A traditional Molinillo (Mexican wooden quality) or a whisper helps to create a creamy consistency. Alternatively, a mixer can be used to get a foamy texture. The cocoa should at least 2–5 minutes (often too 20–30 minutes or longer) Slowly and continuously stirred until it has completely dissolved and an even, creamy consistency is created. After stirring, the cocoa should be about 1–3 minutes rest so that the flavors can develop and the temperature can cool down a little. This ensures a more pleasant drinking temperature and enables more conscious perception of the effect.
- Set intention: During the preparation of the cocoa, it is common to formulate a personal intention or to speak an affirmation. This increases the energetic effect of the Preparation cocoaozeremony.
- Consciously enjoy the cocoa: The cocoa is drunk slowly while concentrating on your taste, warmth and its effect.
Let it stand overnight – why?
In some indigenous rituals, the cocoa will stir after the first left behind overnight. This serves several purposes:
- Aromatic development: The flavors can connect deeper, which creates a richer taste.
- Gentle fermentation: Some say that by leaving, leaving enzymatic processes that improve the compatibility.
- Energetic activation: In spiritual circles, one believes that the cocoa “charges” overnight and has a stronger effect in the ceremony.
- Better digestibility: Leaving the letting go, the fats combine with the liquid better, which makes the cocoa easier to digest for some people.
The next day, the cocoa is gently heated again (do not cook!) And well stirred again before it is integrated into the ceremony. Some ceremonial leaders only give Spices or herbs In addition, to combine the energy of the cocoa with the specific intention of the ceremony.
The spiritual importance of cocoa ceremony preparation
The Preparation cocoaozeremony is more than just heating cocoa – it is a ritual act that is carried out with Mindfulness. Every movement, from cutting the cocoa mass to stirring, is deliberately celebrated. In many indigenous traditions, cocoa is considered “Medicine of the heart”that enables a gentle but deep transformation.
Through a careful Preparation cocoaozeremony the cocoa can develop its full effect and support the participants in experiencing a deeper connection to themselves. A cup of cocoa becomes more than just one drink – it becomes an invitation to open the heart and consciously connect to its own inner world.
Here you can read how a cocoaozeremony works.