Purpose:
Mint & Basil Cooling Cacao is crafted for ceremonies focused on refreshment, clarity, and rejuvenation. The combination of mint and basil offers a cooling and refreshing twist, ideal for clearing the mind and stimulating the senses, especially on hot days or during times of mental fatigue.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz (28g) ceremonial-grade cacao, chopped or grated
- 1 cup (240ml) hot water or milk
- A handful of fresh mint leaves
- A few fresh basil leaves
- 1-2 tsp honey or agave syrup (optional, to sweeten)
Instructions:
- Infuse Herbs
Steep the mint and basil leaves in hot water or warm milk for about 5-7 minutes to release their flavors. Strain the leaves out of the liquid. - Prepare the Cacao
Place the ceremonial cacao in a mug. Pour the herb-infused liquid over the cacao, allowing it to sit for a moment to soften before stirring until smooth. - Sweeten to Taste
Add honey or agave syrup to your desired level of sweetness and stir well. - Serve with Refreshing Intentions
Pour the drink into a ceremonial cup. Before drinking, set an intention related to mental clarity, refreshment, or rejuvenation. As you sip, focus on the cooling sensations and allow them to clear and refresh your mind.
Tips for Ceremony:
- Create a Refreshing Atmosphere
Enhance your ceremony space with elements that evoke coolness and clarity, such as blue or green colors, water features, or airy, open spaces. - Set an Intention for Mental Clarity and Cooling
This drink is perfect for setting intentions related to cooling down, whether it’s emotional cooling from heated emotions or mental clarity from overthinking. - Engage in Cooling Practices
Pair your cacao drinking with breathing exercises that emphasize cooling breaths, such as sitali pranayama, or gentle, flowing yoga movements that help release heat from the body.
