A note from Sun Potion
Artist, art therapist and yogi Gabi Torres shares the latest from a cacao ceremony she held last month in a Miami Design District shop filled with clothing made from natural fabrics. We have modified the original version of her cacao recipe to include an alternative using our Anandamide blend — a crafted batch of adaptogens and tonic herbs with raw cacao.
The intention behind Gabi's cacao ceremony...
Brewing the cacao in my checkered enamel pot made me feel so witchy. I felt that I was creating something magickal, and in fact the brew did have special powers. The journey to brewing the perfect cacao blend was exciting and tasty; it really is up to you what spices, herbs and ingredients call you to be added to your cacao. If using Sun Potion's Anandamide, the cacao is already blended with a thoughtful combination of tonic herbs and spices. Cacao has been used in ancient rituals as a way to open and connect to one's heart. It connects you to the energy of your heart and opens a pathway of expression and feeling.
I was brewing this cacao to serve to some Miami goddesses who came to join me on a Saturday night (during Miami Music Week) and explore themselves through an ancient ritual. We first began the ceremony with connecting to a Goddess that was placed on each cushion together with a flower. We followed this with a meditative sipping of the cacao in which we closed our eyes and tasted and experienced the cacao with a deep breath in between each sip. This practice allowed us to fully feel and experience the process of taking in this sacred plant. From there we transitioned into a meditation in which I allowed spirit to flow through me and guide us into what became a journey through our energetic spaces within: the chakras. We felt into the energy of each chakra space and explored the colors; we took time in the space of the heart and imagined this lush green garden full of places to plant seeds, and the energy of newness which the color green, associated with the heart chakra, brings forward to us. The connection was so strong that some tears were shed, many felt an internal release and just allowed to let go and let flow. It was powerful.
After the meditation we each shared the Goddesses that we received, and it was amazing to hear how each person really had blindly chosen the Goddess that resonated so well within this moment of their life. It was amazing how, although not everybody knew each other, everybody felt comfortable to share the truth of our lives and relate to one another honestly. It felt supportive and strong. The energy of the Earth (cacao) connected with Spirit (meditation) moved us through different spaces we needed to feel. In a world where sometimes feeling feelings is frowned upon, finding the space to not only connect to the feeling in a unique way through ritual, but also to share, be understood while surrounded by beauty and crystals, was magick.
We have the ability to connect to this magick wherever we are.
The Cacao Tonic
Ingredients(serves 30) 1 gallon oat milk 1/2 bag of cacao or Anandamide (cacao blended with tonic herbs) 2 tbsp. Yin Power Jasmine Tocos, about 1/4 bag (for creaminess) 3 tbsp. manuka honey cinnamon to taste* nutmeg to taste* a pinch of cayenne pepper* *if using Anandamide, which already includes cayenne, cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, black pepper and Himalayan salt, feel free to use less of the additional spices — do what you enjoy most. |
MethodStir all of the ingredients into a pot and serve to your guests. Enjoy. |
RitualCreate Space Light a candle. Sage and clear the energy; perhaps bring your favourite crystals or a rose quartz near to you, and connect to the energy of love. Throw on a chill playlist — this is the one I used. Meditative Sipping breathe ~ sip ~ breathe ~ sip ~ Meditation Give yourself the space to sit and breathe, connect to your heart, to your body, your emotions, your soul. Self Expression A verbal sharing with someone special, or a written sharing with yourself. A moment of creative writing, allowing that connection to your heart to pour out. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cacao ceremony?
A shared ritual built around slowly drinking prepared cacao — typically with intention setting, meditation and a period of sharing. Cacao has been prepared this way in Mesoamerican traditions for centuries.
Can I use Anandamide instead of plain cacao?
Yes. Sun Potion Anandamide is raw cacao already blended with tonic herbs and spices, so you can use less of the additional spice.
How much does this recipe make?
Gabi's quantities serve about thirty. Scale down proportionally for a smaller group.
Do I need anything special to hold a ceremony at home?
No — a candle, a pot of cacao, a playlist and somewhere comfortable to sit is enough. The structure matters more than the objects.
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