Sit with Us.
The Cacao is Warm
From the shade of a family farm in Tabasco to the center of your chest. Come remember how to feel
It Starts in the Soil of Tabasco
Real medicine comes from families not factories.
The cacao you drink with us was born in the humid shade of Comalcalco, Tabasco. For generations, the family has tended to the soil with the understanding that the cacao tree is shy. It grows in the protection of the "Mother Trees" within orchards of giants. Underneath the mango, cinnamon and vanilla, the roots tangle together to share nutrients and secrets.
When you taste this chocolate, you taste the wind, the spice and the history of the land. We bring the spirit of Tabasco directly to the Tulum beachfront. From their hands to your cup, the medicine remains whole.
A Pause for the Heart
In Tulum life moves fast.
Inside the circle time stops.
Sitting for a ceremony at Medicine Wheel is a return to yourself. You arrive exactly as you are right now. We begin with the smoke of Copal to clear the air of the city and the travel. Then we pour the cacao. This is pure ceremonial grade paste that is thick, earthy and warm. We drink together in a sacred presence. We listen.
Sound, breath and silence let the cacao do its work. This is a gentle unraveling. Put down the heavy things you have been carrying and let the jungle hold them for a while. You leave with your feet on the ground and your chest wide open.
Ready to join?
Science in a Clay Cup
The ancients called it the "Food of the Gods," but your body knows exactly what it is.
This is not the chocolate you find on a shelf, stripped of its power by sugar and milk. This is raw intelligence. Cacao is packed with Theobromine, a gentle sister to caffeine. While caffeine stimulates the nervous system (the head), Theobromine stimulates the cardiovascular system (the heart). It does not make you jittery; it makes you present.
It is a powerful vasodilator. That is the fancy word for "opening the river." It relaxes your blood vessels, allowing oxygen to flood your system by up to 40%. Loaded with magnesium, the mineral of relaxation, it physically unties the knots in your muscles.
It is not magic. It is biology. But when your heart pumps freely and your body relaxes, it certainly feels like magic.
If you have any health conditions, please consult your Doctor before participating.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Cacao is not psychedelic. It is a superfood that gently increases blood flow and focus. You will feel alert, open and relaxed. It is similar to the feeling after a good yoga class or a runner's high but you will remain fully in control and grounded in reality.
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We recommend eating lightly or fasting for 2 to 3 hours beforehand. When your stomach is empty the cacao can absorb faster and the Theobromine works better. If you need to eat fruit or a light snack is perfect. Avoid heavy meals or dairy right before we begin.
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Then you are the perfect guest. You do not need experience to drink chocolate and sit with us. We guide every step of the breathwork and meditation. There is nothing you need to "do" other than breathe and listen.
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Cacao increases your heart rate slightly like coffee. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking antidepressants (specifically SSRIs or MAOIs) or medication for high blood pressure please let us know when you arrive. We will simply pour you a "homeopathic" dose. This is a smaller amount so you can still share in the ritual safely.
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Wear something that lets you breathe. We will be sitting on cushions or mats in the jungle/beach setting. Loose linen, yoga clothes or a comfortable dress are best.