About our Origins and Sourcing

Is Our Cacao Processed?
January 31, 2026
Is ceremonial cacao processed? Yes - but not in the way most people think. This article explains what “processing” really means in cacao, why it’s necessary, and how minimal, respectful methods preserve nutrients, flavor, and integrity.
High Amazon, Sacred Valley and Tropical Desert: What Makes Each Cacao Unique?
July 10, 2025
Most chocolate companies tag their products simply by country—“Peru,” “Ecuador,” “Mexico.” But in a place...
How We Source Wild Cacao with Integrity and Transparency
July 10, 2025
Learn how Cacao Adventures sources wild cacao through direct relationships with Peruvian farmers - ensuring transparency, quality, and long-term impact.  
Not All Cacao is Created Equal: The Truth About Hybrid vs. Heirloom Varieties
July 10, 2025
Most cacao today is grown for efficiency, not integrity. At Cacao Adventures, we work with wild and heirloom varieties to protect flavor, biodiversity, and ancestral wisdom.
Why We’re Not Certified Organic - And Why That’s a Good Thing
July 10, 2025
At Cacao Adventures, we often get asked if our cacao is certified organic. The answer is...
Jose, our founder, with our partners in Awajun land.
July 10, 2025
At Cacao Adventures, every bar, coin, and block of cacao starts with a relationship. Behind...