Karaya
Cacao Recipes
Cacao is more than chocolate — it’s tradition, flavor, and creativity. Discover simple, inspiring recipes to enjoy it in every form.
Build Your Cacao Palate
Cacao is an acquired taste — rich, bitter, and deeply satisfying. Like coffee or wine, the more you explore it, the more complexity you’ll discover.
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Start small: Begin with 2.5g (about ½ teaspoon) of cacao.
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Increase gradually: Over time, move towards 5g, then 10g for a fuller, creamier body.
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Refine your taste: As your palate develops, what once felt bitter will transform into a smooth, velvety experience.
The ritual of building your palate is part of the journey — allowing you to connect with cacao in your own unique way.
Karaya Classic Recipe
A luxurious drink inspired by traditional cacao ceremonies.
Ingredients
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5g Karaya Bean cacao
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150ml hot water (80–90°C)
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½ tsp cinnamon
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Dash of sea salt
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Optional
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1 tsp raw honey | raw sugar | syrup
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Pinch of cayenne pepper
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Ice
Preparation:
Whisk cacao in hot water until smooth. Add spices and honey, adjusting to taste. Serve in a ceramic cup for a grounding experience.
Rose & Cardamom Cacao Latte
A sensual, floral twist on the cacao ritual.
Ingredients
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20g Karaya Bean cacao
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120ml oat milk
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30ml hot water
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½ tsp ground cardamom
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1 tsp rose water
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1 tsp maple syrup:
Preparation:
Dissolve cacao in hot water. Steam oat milk with cardamom and rose water. Combine, sweeten with maple syrup, and garnish with dried rose petals.
Cacao & Blood Orange Tonic
Bright, bitter, and elegant — perfect for aperitif lovers.
Ingredients
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15g Karaya Bean cacao
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100ml tonic water
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Juice of ½ blood orange
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1 tsp agave syrup
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Ice cubes
Preparation
Shake cacao, orange juice, and agave with ice. Pour into a glass, top with tonic, and garnish with an orange twist.
Dark Cacao Affogato
An indulgent dessert ritual for evenings.
Ingredients
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25g Karaya Bean cacao
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80ml hot water
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1 scoop artisanal vanilla gelato
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Shaved dark chocolate for garnish
Preparation:
Prepare a strong cacao shot with hot water. Pour over the gelato in a chilled glass. Garnish with chocolate shavings and enjoy immediately.