The History of Cacao: From Ancient Ritual to Modern Use
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The History of Cacao: From Ancient Ritual to Modern Use

Most people encounter cacao today as chocolate: sweet, processed, and far removed from its origins.

But the true history of cacao tells a very different story.

For over 5,000 years, cacao has played a central role in ritual, culture, and community. It has been used as a medicine, a sacred offering, a currency, a fuel for warriors and a bridge between the physical and spiritual worlds.