Cacao Powder - Peru • Native Criollo

Sourced from traditional cacao varieties grown in Peru's pristine Amazon rainforest.

This premium raw cacao powder comes from select cacao varieties that thrive in the biodiverse Peruvian Amazon. Each batch is carefully processed using traditional methods, including stone-grinding at low temperatures. This preserves the beans' natural compounds and creates a cacao powder with remarkable depth of flavor and nutritional integrity that sets it apart from conventional options.

Traditional Peruvian Cacao: These distinctive cacao varieties are grown by indigenous farming communities using sustainable methods passed down through generations. The result is a cacao with complex flavor notes and naturally high levels of beneficial compounds.

✧ Complex Flavor Profile Experience a nuanced flavor journey with dark berry undertones, subtle warming notes, and a smooth chocolate finish—all reflecting the mineral-rich soil and diverse ecosystem where these cacao trees grow.

✧ Traditional Processing After careful selection and natural fermentation, our cacao undergoes gentle stone-grinding that preserves delicate compounds often lost in industrial processing methods.

✧ Ceremonial Quality Valued worldwide for its purity and natural properties, this cacao provides an excellent foundation for traditional cacao ceremonies and mindful rituals.

✧ Culinary Versatility Add depth to your culinary creations with this cacao's smooth texture and rich flavor—perfect for homemade chocolates, energy bars, beverages, and even savory dishes.

For Morning Beverages: Mix 1 tablespoon with warm plant milk, a natural sweetener, and a pinch of cinnamon for a nourishing morning drink.

For Energy Boosting: Add 2 teaspoons to your smoothie bowl with berries and superfood additions for sustained energy throughout the day.

For Culinary Exploration: Try incorporating small amounts into savory sauces or stews to add complexity and depth of flavor.

The farmers who cultivate this cacao maintain traditional agroforestry systems where cacao trees grow alongside native rainforest species. This approach creates natural corridors for wildlife, helps sequester carbon, and contributes to the cacao's distinctive flavor profile while supporting the forest ecosystem.

• Net weight: 200 grams

• Origin: Peruvian Amazon forest region

• 100% pure cacao - no additives

• Low-temperature stone-ground process

• Quality tested for purity

100% organic raw cacao powder* *From certified organic cultivation

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container away from strong odors. Best consumed within six months of opening for optimal freshness.

Allergy Information: Processed in a facility dedicated to cacao. Natural cacao may contain traces of tree nuts from the forest environment.

Origin: Amazon basin highlands, Peru

Botanical Source: 100% Theobroma cacao (traditional varieties)

Processing Method: Stone-ground after natural fermentation and sun-drying

Your purchase of Natudos cacao supports indigenous farming communities practicing sustainable agriculture while preserving traditional cacao varieties and rainforest biodiversity.