The Cacao is a magical tree, full of history, of reverence and respect, often referred to as

"The Food Of The Gods."

 

Historically held with such value that it was once the monetary currency of the Mayan civilizations and drank by the wealthy in extravagant ceremonies to celebrate births, matrimony and other prestigious events.

In the Mayan tradition they referred to the cacao as the heart of humanity.

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At Teiku we are working closely with the local cooperative, Guarda La Sierra, and buying our beans from them. The cooperative represents almost 100 indigenous and local farmers from this territory.

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Teiku has close to 100 of its own cacao trees of varying ages.

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The trees require a lot of attention and love in order to give their gifts. So it is with great pleasure that we have the opportunity to get close and personal with the trees whilst composting, mulching, pruning and harvesting.

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We believe that in this close relationship with the trees, where we watch new leaves grow and change color almost daily, we are creating a relationship, a bond with the trees, like a parent with a child, and the trees respond magically to the right attention, care and space to flourish.