What makes this South Pacific Cacao different?
This is whole-bean cacao paste — the entire bean, stone-ground, with nothing added and nothing removed. One ingredient from one origin. Papua New Guinea's volcanic soil, altitude, and equatorial rainfall produce beans with a depth and complexity that commodity cacao doesn't come close to.
Every batch is sourced directly from smallholder farming communities, fermented and sun-dried at origin, and stone-ground into paste that retains every bioactive compound in its natural, full-fat form. This is cacao the way it's supposed to be consumed — whole, complete, and uncompromised.
Trinitario. The rare variety.
Most commercial cacao is Forastero — hardy, high-yield, and flat in flavour. Our Papua New Guinea cacao is Trinitario — a rare fine-flavour variety that represents less than 15% of global production. Trinitario carries the complexity and depth of the prized Criollo lineage with the resilience to thrive in PNG's volcanic highland soils.
The result is a flavour profile unlike anything from Central or South America. Rich and earthy with a harmonious balance of bold and complex notes — subtle florals, dark fruit, and a hint of bitterness that finishes clean rather than sharp. The mouthfeel is velvety smooth, carried by the natural fats preserved in the whole-bean paste. Low acidity. Deep aroma. A cup that reveals more the longer you sit with it.
Every batch varies. The flavour shifts with the season — the trees responding to rainfall, temperature, and the rhythms of the land they grow in. Some batches carry more fruit. Others lean earthier, deeper. This isn't inconsistency. It's what single-origin, minimally processed cacao actually tastes like when nothing is standardised out of it.
What's inside (per 30g serve)
Ingredients: 100% cacao paste (Theobroma cacao)
Allergens: May contain traces of tree nuts. Produced in a facility that handles tree nuts.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C. No refrigeration required.
Country of origin: Papua New Guinea
A single serve delivers:
149.7mg Magnesium — roughly 36% of your recommended daily intake. The mineral most adults are deficient in, and the one most critical for muscle recovery, nervous system regulation, and sleep quality.
Theobromine — cacao's primary active compound. Dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow, delivering sustained energy without stimulating the central nervous system the way caffeine does. No spike. No crash. No jitters.
PEA (Phenylethylamine) — a neuromodulator your brain produces during states of deep concentration and flow. Cacao is one of the richest natural food sources.
Anandamide — named from the Sanskrit word for bliss. An endocannabinoid that supports mood and a sense of grounded wellbeing. Full-fat whole-bean cacao preserves both the anandamide and the compounds that slow its breakdown.
4.16mg Iron · 2.04mg Zinc — bioavailable minerals in their natural form, not isolated supplements.
11.3g Dietary Fibre · <0.2g Sugar — per 30g serve.
How to prepare
METHOD:
1/ Grab Your Favourite Mug — we know you have one!
2/ Place 1-2 blocks (15-30g) of Alchemy Cacao into a pot, along with 200ml of quality water
3/ Take a few deep breaths while the cacao softens — whisk continuously until the paste dissolves
4/ Allow the brew to come to a gentle bubble — this is the moment of Alchemy when the cacao butter emulsifies and you ensure a rich velvety texture
5/ Remove from heat and sweeten to taste
Get Creative — add herbs, spices, or adaptogens to suit
SERVING GUIDANCE:
30g is a full serve — the dose where every compound is present in meaningful quantity.
15g for a lighter cup or a gentler introduction.
FAQ
What does it taste like?
Rich, earthy, and deeply chocolatey — but not sweet. This is pure cacao, not hot chocolate. The flavour is complex with notes that shift depending on how you prepare it. Most people are surprised by how satisfying it is without sweetener.
Is this the same as cocoa powder?
No. Cocoa powder is cacao with the fat removed and often heavily processed. This is whole-bean paste — the entire bean, stone-ground, with all the fats and bioactive compounds intact. The fat is what carries the flavour and makes the compounds bioavailable.
Does it contain caffeine?
Cacao contains a very small amount of naturally occurring caffeine — roughly 20mg per 30g serve, compared to 95mg in a standard coffee. The primary active compound is theobromine, which provides sustained energy without the central nervous system stimulation that caffeine causes.
Can I drink it in the evening?
Yes. The low caffeine content and the presence of anandamide and magnesium make cacao well-suited to evening use. Many people use it as a wind-down ritual before bed.
How many serves per bag?
20 serves at 30g (full serve) or 40 serves at 15g (lighter serve).
How should I store it?
Cool, dry place below 25°C. No refrigeration needed. The paste has a long shelf life due to the natural fat content and low moisture.
Do you ship to Australia?
Yes. Free shipping on orders over $100 to NZ and AU. Rural delivery surcharge of $6 applies to some NZ addresses.
