Discover our exceptional cacao range
Journey through the unique flavours and stories behind every bar. Explore our single-origin Ecuadorian cacao, ethically sourced and crafted for an unparalleled experience. Find your perfect cacao, whether you're a connoisseur or new to the world of fine chocolate.
Our signature cacao presentations
At Pachakamak Cacao, we pride ourselves on offering three distinct, single-origin (Puerto Quito), direct-trade cacao experiences, each crafted to delight your senses and nourish your well-being.
Pachakamak 100% pure raw cacao
The purest form of the bean, our 100% Pure Raw Cacao is zero-additive cacao paste. It is perfect for ceremonial use, keto diets, or as a high-performance superfood for UK customers seeking ultimate purity.
Pachakamak 80% dark cacao
A sophisticated blend that perfectly balances high-intensity cacao with just enough sweetness. This bar is designed to be a daily luxury, offering a rich and satisfying chocolate experience.
Pachakamak 63% semi-sweet cacao
A smoother, more approachable blend featuring unrefined cane sugar (panela). This special ingredient imparts a distinctive malty, caramel-like finish, making it a truly unique treat.
The Pachakamak difference
What makes our cacao truly stand apart? It's a combination of heritage, unique terroir, and our unwavering commitment to ethical practices. Discover the essence of Pachakamak Cacao.
Heirloom Nacional status
Our cacao is of the Nacional genetic variety, native only to Ecuador, and proudly "Fino de Aroma" certified. This distinction places it among the top 5% of the world's cacao harvest, guaranteeing exceptional quality and flavour.
What makes our cacao exceptional isn't just the percentage; it’s the genetic heritage and the terroir of Puerto Quito. Here's what makes our cacao stand out:
1. Heirloom Nacional Beans (Fino de Aroma)
Unlike mass-produced "bulk" cacao, we use the Cacao Nacional variety. It is world-renowned for its "Arriba" floral notes. When you taste our 80% or 100% bars, you will notice natural hints of jasmine, blackberry, and earth—flavours that don't exist in standard high-street chocolate.
2. The "Medicine of the Soul" (Health Benefits)
Because we use artisanal, low-heat fermentation and roasting:
- High Theobromine: Provides a gentle, long-lasting energy boost without the "crash" of caffeine.
- Magnesium & Antioxidants: Our 100% presentation is a nutrient-dense superfood, perfect for heart health and mood regulation.
3. Sweetened with unrefined raw sugar cane - Panela (The 63% Bar)
Most semi-sweet chocolates use refined white sugar. Our 63% bar uses organic panela (unrefined cane sugar). This preserves the natural minerals.
The Chocó Andino terroir
Just like fine wine, our cacao's taste is a reflection of its origin. Grown in a tropical cloud forest, it naturally carries notes of blackberry, jasmine, and earth – complex flavours you won't find in African or Asian beans.
Direct-to-farmer impact
We bypass industrial supply chains, working directly with 24 families in Puerto Quito. This ensures our cloud forest habitat remains protected and provides farmers with a premium, dignified wage, fostering sustainable communities.
Who enjoys Pachakamak Cacao?
Our cacao speaks to diverse palates and values. Whether you're seeking wellness, gourmet adventure, or meaningful gifts, Pachakamak Cacao offers an experience unlike any other.
The health alchemist
For those who treat their body like a temple, our 100% Raw Cacao is the sacred "Happiness Molecule" in its purest, most potent form. Discover nature's ultimate superfood.
The gourmet voyager
Tired of the flat, sugary shadows of industrial chocolate? Yearn for the floral "Arriba" bloom that only the Heirloom Nacional bean can provide? Embark on a true flavour adventure.
The gift-giver of intent
Understand that a 63% bar sweetened with golden panela is more than a treat—it is a story of 24 families, a protected cloud forest, and a bridge built across the ocean. Give a gift with meaning.
Whether you are a Home Artisan whisking our sun-dried beans into a morning ritual, or a Keeper of the Earth looking to protect the Chocó Andino with every bite, Pachakamak Cacao is for you.