Craft it your way

There’s no perfect cup, only the one that works for you. Start with the basic recipe, then adjust slowly as you go.

More cacao or less. A trace of spice. A moment of sweetness. Each adjustment brings the cup closer to you. The recipes and dosage guide below are here to inspire your own way.

Solara Cacao

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Solara Cacao

Serves: 1 cup

Prep time: 2 minutes

Cook time: 3–4 minutes

Total time: 6 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 20–30 g Solara ceremonial cacao

Instructions

  1. Pour the water into a small saucepan and heat gently over medium-low heat. Avoid boiling; the water should be hot but calm.

  2. Add the cacao to the water and allow it to soften for 10–15 seconds.

  3. Whisk slowly until the cacao melts completely and the surface becomes smooth and glossy.

  4. Continue whisking for 1–2 minutes, keeping the heat low, until fully combined.

  5. Pour into a cup and serve warm.

The Love Brew

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Love Brew

Serves: 2 cups

Prep time: 2 minutes

Cook time: 4 minutes

Total time: 6 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups water
  • ½ cup coconut cream
  • 40 g Solara cacao
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Optional: dried rose petals, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the water and coconut cream in a saucepan and heat gently over medium-low heat.

  2. Add the cacao and cinnamon. Let sit briefly, then whisk slowly to prevent scorching.

  3. Bring to a gentle simmer and whisk for 1–2 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.

  4. Remove from heat once the texture is velvety.

  5. Pour into two cups and garnish lightly, if desired.

The Iced Cacao

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The Iced Cacao

Serves: 1 cup

Prep time: 3 minutes

Cook time: 3 minutes

Total time: 6 minutes

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup water
  • 20 g Solara cacao
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Ice
  • Optional: splash of oat or coconut milk


Instructions

  1. Heat the water gently in a saucepan and add cacao and salt.

  2. Whisk over low heat until fully melted and smooth.

  3. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 2–3 minutes.

  4. Fill a glass with ice and pour the cacao over it.

  5. Add milk if desired and stir gently before serving.

The Mineral Brew

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The Mineral Mix

Serves: 1 cup

Prep time: 2 minutes

Cook time: 3–4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 20 g Solara cacao
  • Small pinch of sea salt


Instructions

  1. Heat the water gently in a saucepan.

  2. Add the cacao and salt.

  3. Whisk slowly until smooth.

  4. Keep the heat low for another minute.

  5. Pour into a cup and serve.


The Old Soul Brew

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The Old Soul Brew

Serves: 1 cup

Prep time: 2 minutes

Cook time: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 25 g Solara cacao
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • Pinch of ginger


Instructions

  1. Warm the water with cinnamon and ginger for 1–2 minutes.

  2. Add the cacao and whisk until smooth.

  3. Simmer gently for another minute.
  4. Remove from heat, pour, and drink slowly.

Soft Landing

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Soft Landing

Serves: 1 cup

Prep time: 2 minutes

Cook time: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 15–20 g Solara cacao
  • ½ tsp raw honey or maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Heat the water gently over low heat.

  2. Add the cacao and whisk until fully melted.

  3. Remove from heat and stir in the sweetener.

  4. Pour into a cup and serve warm.

Dosage Guide

There’s no single amount that works for everyone.

Dosage is less about rules, and more about intention, sensitivity, and timing.
Use the ranges below as reference points, not prescriptions.

Begin gently. Listen closely. Adjust over time.

Recommended Dosage

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Gentle amounts

8–11 g (0.3–0.4 oz)

A very light cup, often used for rest, dreaming, or quiet awareness. Best approached slowly, and only if it feels supportive to you.

Light daily cup

11–21 g (0.4–0.75 oz)

For those who are sensitive to cacao, or who drink it regularly. A steady, nourishing amount that supports focus without intensity.

Steady, consistent use

21 g (¾ oz)

A grounded daily amount for long-term, regular use. Some people choose to divide this into two lighter cups across the day.

Focus & creativity

28 g (1 oz)

A balanced cup often used for meditation, creative work, or intentional focus. Present, alert, and clear, without feeling overstimulated.

Movement & activity

34 g (1.2 oz)

For gentle physical practices such as yoga, dance, or light training. Supports warmth, circulation, and sustained energy.

Ceremonial dose

42 g (1.5 oz)

A full ceremonial amount, traditionally used for deeper inner work. Approach with care, intention, and respect for your own limits.

A final note

Cacao works best when approached gradually.
If you’re new, start smaller than you think you need,
 and let the relationship build over time.