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3 Best Heart-Warming Raw Cacao Products

Warm raw cacao for the holidays

Last updated: June 2026
This guide is regularly updated with our current favourite cacao products.

If you want to share warmth and cosiness with the people you care about, a cup of hot cacao is one of the loveliest ways. Surprise family and friends with our quality raw cacao: not only delicious to drink, but also packed with nutrients, minerals and antioxidants. Who couldn't use more of that?

Raw cacao is one of the best plant-based sources of magnesium, a mineral many people are deficient in. It's also loaded with zinc, iron, calcium and beta-carotene, and is known for its exceptionally high antioxidant content. A warm cup of raw cacao is also associated with a good mood, as it supports the production of serotonin. Good for body and mind.

Our 3 most popular raw cacao products

1. 100% Raw Cacao Drops - Ecuador

These raw cacao drops make it easier than ever to prepare delicious cacao drinks. They're easy to measure, dissolve quickly and there's no cutting or breaking involved. Pure, cold-processed and made from the unique Arriba Nacional cacao bean, known for its full flavour and fruity, floral aromas in a creamy texture. The drops dissolve beautifully in warm (plant-based) milk while keeping all the good of raw cacao.

2. Cacao Paste - Peru, Native Criollo

High-quality, unroasted and cold-pressed raw cacao paste from Peru, made from the fine native Criollo beans. This cacao is distinctly heart-opening and gives warm, strong energy. The Maya called raw cacao the 'food of the gods': a sacred plant in their rituals and ceremonies. If you want to experience the full effect of raw cacao, this is a lovely choice.

Best raw cacao products

3. Easy Instant Mix - Raw Cacao, Ceremonial Grade Powder

This raw cacao mix is perfect for those who love both ease and flavour. The balanced blend is delightfully simple to prepare and already contains heart-warming spices that go beautifully with cacao: cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, vanilla and a small pinch of chilli. Heat water or milk of your choice, add the mix, and voilà: instant warmth in a cup.

Heart-warming raw cacao in cups

Raw cacao as a gift

If you've been inspired and spotted a product you'd like to try, a raw cacao ceremony is a lovely idea for a cosy gathering. A ceremony brings people together in a warm, heart-opening way and creates a sense of connection. Want to know how to host one? Read our step-by-step guide to a cacao ceremony. Torn between the many varieties? Browse our full cacao range by origin.

Frequently asked questions about raw cacao products

What's the difference between cacao drops, paste and mix?

Drops are easy to measure and melt quickly, paste is the pure ceremonial form in block shape, and the instant mix already contains matching spices for a quick, ready-to-go cacao drink. All three are 100% raw and cold-processed.

Which product makes the best gift?

For beginners, the Easy Instant Mix is the easiest and most accessible. Lovers of a pure experience appreciate the Criollo cacao paste from Peru. The Ecuador drops sit nicely in between for ease and flavour.

How do you make a warm raw cacao?

Heat water or (plant-based) milk to just below boiling, add the cacao or mix and stir until fully dissolved. Don't let it boil, so the natural compounds are preserved. Sweeten with honey or agave if you like.

Is raw cacao healthier than regular hot chocolate?

Raw cacao is cold-processed and therefore retains far more antioxidants and minerals than regular supermarket cocoa, which is heated and often high in sugar. Read more in the health benefits of raw cacao.

Does raw cacao contain caffeine?

Raw cacao contains mostly theobromine and only a small amount of caffeine. That gives a mild, even warmth and energy without the sharp spike of coffee.

Which cacao variety suits me?

It depends on taste and use: Criollo (Peru) is refined, Arriba Nacional (Ecuador) full and fruity. We compare the whole range in our raw cacao guide.

Why Next Level Smart?

Raw cacao from Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia - several origins and flavour profiles
In drops, paste, powder and ready-to-go mix - something to suit every moment
100% raw and cold-processed - so the natural nutrients are preserved
Active since 2010 as a Dutch smart shop, with shipping from the Netherlands

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Last updated: June 2026 | Next Level Smart

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Author: Annie Verkade

Annie Verkade is a writer at Next Level Smartshop with a background in philology. She writes about natural alternatives to pharmaceuticals, sleep support, and plant-based products. Her work also explores altered states of consciousness - both with and without psychedelics - as well as topics like astrology and lunar cycles, translating insights into clear, accessible content. She’s especially interested in how simple rituals and environment can shift how we feel (sometimes more than we expect). Outside of work, she enjoys photography, reading, bouldering, and travelling. Favourite products: Sagrada Madre incense, Mulungu, Sleep Tincture