Cacao has a history reaching back approximately 4000 years in South and North America where it has been cultivated by many different indigenous cultures. From the Olmecs to Mayans and Aztecs, cacao was revered within various traditions as a divine gift and even used as a form of currency. While the word "cacao" originates from the Mayan term "kakaw," the word "chocolate" is derived from the Nahuatl term "xocóatl". Though these terms resemble one another phonetically, xocóatl (meaning "bitter water") was an Aztec drink made from cacao nibs and spices which does not compare to modern-day chocolate. Rather, this bitter drink was offered by the Aztec emperor Montezuma to the Spanish conquistador Cortés, who in turn introduced cacao to the Spanish court. Spanish and Italian makers of the drink adapted the recipe by adding significant amounts of sugar, which gave rise to what is nowadays known as "chocolate."
Organic Cacao
Butter
Criollo & Trinitario
SKU
5399-bio
Organic cacao butter made from a premium blend of raw criollo and trinitario cacao beans. 100% cacao, directly sourced from a renowned cacao finca in San Martín, Peru. Gently processed and mechanically cold pressed hand-picked cacao beans from local experienced farmers. This purely plant-based and unrefined cacao butter is particularly rich in saturated and unsaturated plant fats with the full natural fatty acid profile of the cacao bean. Naturally contains caffeine. Gluten-, lactose- and soya-free. Vegan, no additives. 200g
- Premium cacao butter in a signature blend of the fine criollo and trinitario varieties
- Single origin: exclusively from a renowned fine cacao finca in San Martín, Peru
- Pioneers in sustainable, organic cacao cultivation in cooperation with smallholder farmers
- Over 25-year-old cacao orchard (Theobroma cacao L.) in a natural environment
- 100% cacao powder: unrefined, no additives
- Natural fatty acid profile of the cacao bean, rich in valuable unsaturated fatty acids
- Careful hand-harvesting and gentle cold pressing of ripe cacao fruits
- Cacao butter obtained mechanically from the cacao mass (paste) of ground cacao nibs
- No refinement or extraction
- Absolutely no pesticides
- 100% free from sweeteners, sugars and preservatives
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- Premium cacao butter in a signature blend of the fine criollo and trinitario varieties
- Single origin: exclusively from a renowned fine cacao finca in San Martín, Peru
- Pioneers in sustainable, organic cacao cultivation in cooperation with smallholder farmers
- Over 25-year-old cacao orchard (Theobroma cacao L.) in a natural environment
- 100% cacao powder: unrefined and without additives
- Natural fatty acid profile of the cacao bean, rich in valuable unsaturated fatty acids
- Careful hand-harvesting and gentle cold pressing of ripe cacao fruits
- Cacao butter obtained mechanically from the so-called cacao mass (paste) of ground cacao nibs
- No refinement or extraction
- Suitable as a butter substitute for baking
- Absolutely no pesticides
How are we different?
Our cacao products are directly sourced from certified organic cultivation in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. The single origin raw cacao beans are grown at a renowned fine cacao finca in San Martín. This cooperative of small farmers strongly supports regional development and local environmental protection. With their 25 years of experience, they are considered pioneers in sustainable cacao cultivation in Peru. Both cultivation and working conditions are fair, and natural resources are used sparingly and conscientiously. Larger plantations often do not adhere to such standards, and instead may employ pesticides, unsustainable land practices, and unfair working conditions for the local population.
Many cacao products as well as the majority of cacao raw products for mass chocolate production are exclusively made from the lucrative trinitario cacao variety due to its ease of cultivation. The more exclusive and significantly more expensive criollo variety is predominantly used for premium products because it has a more mild flavour with nut and fruit aromas. Our premium organic cacao butter is the result of a harmonious special blend of both varieties to produce a balanced fatty acid profile of both varieties.
During the harvest period, exclusively ripe cacao is carefully picked by hand. The cacao fruit is then cut open so that the seeds can be removed, and then dried and fermented in the sun. This stage of production is very important because the optimal temperature and air flow contribute significantly to the development of aroma. Gently roasting at temperatures below 45°C disrupts the fermentation process while maintaining the raw quality of the cacao seeds, also referred to as cacao beans. Large-scale production often does not allow enough time for this stage, and instead the seeds are roasted at higher temperatures more quickly and at the expense of valuable nutrients.
To obtain the cacao butter, the nibs are first finely ground into what is known as cacao mass, which is then mechanically pressed without chemical solvents to separate the cacao butter from the cacao solids. This cacao butter consists of 100% plant fat from the beans and has not been refined.
- Premium active ingredients in their purest form
- Sourced directly from the world’s best producers
- Our select raw materials as the basis of all our formulations
- Complete avoidance of all unnecessary additives and adjuvants
- Only physiologically valuable ingredients used as natural additives
- We voluntarily disclose every ingredient
- All extractions performed without the use of chemical solvents whenever possible
- Custom production when necessary, in order to achieve the highest possible level of purity
- Systematic quality testing in independent laboratories
- Raw materials sourced exclusively from premium suppliers who are committed to fair working conditions
- High-quality bags featuring an aroma barrier, compostable pouches and amber glass used for packaging
- Vegan capsule shells without PEG or carrageenans
- Packaged in the EU according to HACCP, GMP and ISO 22000:2018 standards
- Stored in non-toxic containers
- Shipped in mineral oil–free boxes
- All products guaranteed 100% free from magnesium stearate, nanoparticles (no legal opportunism), titanium dioxide, genetic engineering, artificial colours, flavours and sweeteners & added sugars
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Cultivation & Processing
Cacao trees of both the criollo and trinitario varieties grow on small, natural plantations. The criollo variety is native to South America and produces higher quality and very strongly flavoured, slightly bitter cacao beans; however, the trees yield less and are susceptible to diseases. The trinitario variety is a cross between the criollo and forastero varieties and is characterised by its robust growth and much higher yield; its beans have a much milder flavour. The combined cultivation of both varieties enables cacao farmers to obtain a reliable harvest from their small, natural plantations.
The sustainable cacao plantations in the San Martín region of the Amazon in Peru have been cultivated by smallholder farmers for over 25 years. The trees are surrounded by native flora and fauna and are among the oldest certified organic plantations in Peru.
The ripe cacao fruits, called pods, are carefully harvested by hand from April to September and from November to February. The fruits are then carefully opened to remove the individual beans and lay them out on tarpaulins to dry, but not fermented. After drying, the seeds are roasted at 45°C or less, then mechanically shelled and chopped into nibs.
To make our cacao butter, the nibs are finely ground into a cacao mass, which is mechanically cold pressed without the use of chemical solvents so that the cacao butter and dry cacao mass separate. The cacao butter consists of the pure plant-based fat of the cacao seeds and is not refined.
Nutritional Values
Ingredients: 100% Organic Cacao Butter.
| Average Nutritional Values / 100g | |
| Energy | 3862kJ / 923kcal |
| Fat | 100.0g |
| of which saturated fatty acids | 70.0g |
| of which unsaturated fatty acids | 30.0g |
| Carbohydrate | - |
| of which sugars | - |
| Fibre | - |
| Protein | - |
| Salt | - |
Organic Certification
Serving Suggestion
Food suitable for daily consumption. Stir 1 tablespoon daily into smoothies or use as a butter substitute in baking recipes.
Product Details
| Ingredients | 100% Organic Cacao Butter. |
| Origin | From certified organic cultivation, hand-picked in San Martín, Peru |
| Processing | In-house production in Europe, bottling and encapsulation in the EU according to HACCP, GMP and ISO 22000:2018 standards Finished products packaged in amber glass jars and stored in non-toxic containers Shipping in mineral oil-free boxes |
| Packaging | Environmentally friendly packaging: 100% biodegradable and compostable (starch, cellulose and paper). |
Laboratory Tests
The purity of our formulas is important to us. This is why we have both our raw ingredients as well as our finished products extensively tested by independent laboratories to confirm purity and active ingredient content. Here, we have provided the results of some of the tests carried out on this product.
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Our philosophy
For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using a variety of plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster vitality and good health.
With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.
Consequently, our philosophy is simple: everything we do meets the highest standards of quality and purity, with a focus on organic and natural ingredients.
We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels and down to every last detail.
