Mamamuti Journal

Is Cacao Good for Gut Health? What Cacao Does to Your Gut & Microbiome

Is cacao good for the gut? Explore what sience says about cacao, fibre, polyphenols, digestion and the gut microbiome - without the confusing wellness fluff.

Cacao Pricing & Sourcing: Where Does Your Money Actually Go?

Where does your money go when you buy cacao? Mamamuti breaks down cacao sourcing, supply chains, pricing, producer value and small-business profit.

What Is Ancestral Cacao? The Truth Behind the Latest Cacao Label

Something interesting is happening in the cacao world. As more questions are being asked about the term “ceremonial cacao”, I’m noticing another word appearing more and more frequently: Ancestral. ...

Ceremonial Cacao: What Is It, Where Did It Come From and Is It Really Different?

What is ceremonial cacao, where did the term come from, and is it actually different from cacao paste? Mamamuti explores the history, marketing, myths and modern wellness culture surrounding ceremo...

Organic Cacao: What Does Organic Certification Actually Mean?

What does organic certification actually mean for cacao? We look beyond the organic label to explore how cacao becomes certified organic, what certification costs farmers, who controls the process,...

Fairtrade Cacao: What Does Fairtrade Certification Actually Mean?

What does Fairtrade cacao actually mean? We look beyond the Fairtrade label to explore how cacao certification works, what it costs farmers, where the money goes, and whether certification always t...

Undressing Cacao: Looking Beyond the Myths, Marketing & Wellness Speak

Strip away the myths, marketing and wellness speak surrounding cacao. Mamamuti looks at cacao’s ancient history, modern industry, sourcing, farmers and the stories we’re sold.

What actually matters when choosing ethical cacao

Before you buy another bag of cacao, read this. Better yet, save it. If you’re wondering how to choose good cacao, what to look for when buying cacao, whether “ceremonial cacao” is actually better,...

Cacao Paste vs Cocoa Powder: What’s the Difference?

Discover the difference between cacao paste, cacao powder and cocoa powder, and why whole-bean cacao is in a class of its own.

Coffee Alternative NZ: Is Cacao the Healthiest Swap?

Looking for the best coffee alternative in New Zealand? From matcha and chicory to pure cacao, this guide compares the taste, energy and health benefits of today’s most popular swaps. Discover why ...