Mamamuti Journal

The Cacao Myth Files: Is Ceremonial Cacao Actually Different?

This one might be the most controversial article I’ve ever written. And that’s okay. Because I think it’s an important conversation to have. Let’s start with the question. Is ceremonial cacao actua...

The Cacao Myth Files: Does Boiling Cacao Destroy the Goodness?

Never let your cacao boil,' they say. I don't buy it. Heat doesn't ruin cacao, it deepens it. Here's why I'm proudly Team Saucepan.

The Cacao Myth Files: Is Cacao Full of Caffeine?

One of the questions I get asked all the time is: “Can I drink cacao at night?” My answer? Maybe. Maybe not. Because there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. We’re all different. Our bodies are diff...

Can We Please Stop Being Afraid of Heating Cacao

One of the biggest fears I see in the cacao world is this idea that you shouldn’t let your cacao get too hot. Don’t let it bubble. Don’t heat it above a certain temperature. Or you’ll “destroy all ...

What Makes Mamamuti So Special?

The truth is, it isn’t just one thing. It isn’t simply that our cacao tastes incredible (although I genuinely believe it does).It isn’t just that we source directly from small Pacific Island farmin...

What Happens When You Drink Cacao for a Month?

Not overnight. Not after one cup. But after a month? That’s when things start to get interesting. I’m not here to tell you that drinking cacao every day for a month will magically change your life....

Criollo, Trinitario, Forastero: Are Cacao Varieties a Modern Myth?

There is so much information surrounding cacao that the average consumer can easily feel overwhelmed and sometimes completely misguided. I’m often asked why I don’t specify on Mamamuti’s labels exa...

Pleasure as a Pathway

We’ve been sold a story. That pleasure is something you earn. That it comes after the work, the grind, the sacrifice. That it’s a reward for being good. Or productive. Or selfless. But what if that...

7 Reasons Why You Should Support Ethically Sourced Cacao and Chocolate

Using ethically and directly sourced cacao matters because it has a powerful impact on the people who grow it, the environment, and even the quality of the final product. Here’s why it’s important:...

Why Cacao is Great for Men

  Heart Health: Cacao is loaded with flavonoids that help lower blood pressure and improve circulation. Translation: it’s keeping your heart strong so you can keep doing epic things. Boosts...