Have You Tried These Raw Cacao Drinks? Spark Dust & Vitality Dust

Looking for a healthy coffee alternative that offers a caffeine-free energy boost, without the crash? Look no further. We offer a range of healthy cacao infusions, combining raw cacao with functional herbs. The consciously created cacao drink blends are ACO certified organic, vegan friendly and free from gluten, dairy and sugar. This range of raw cacao drink powder blends offers a tasty, healthier alternative to classic drinking chocolate and has an incredibly rich mouthfeel.

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What are the benefits of the raw cacao drink blends?

The raw Peruvian cacao base used in the DUST range is made by cold-pressing un-roasted cacao beans. This gentle method maintains the integrity of the plants molecular structure resulting in a higher antioxidant content and greater overall nutritional value of minerals such as magnesium, calcium, copper, zinc as well as other trace minerals.

Raw cacao has been known to protect cells from oxidation and inflammation, improve mental facilities, support immune health, reduce chronic fatigue and may protect against cancer and heart disease. Raw cacao also contains powerful flavonoids and precursors to serotonin and dopamine, which have shown to alleviate depression, avert anxiety, minimise stress and stabilise mood.

The Drinks

We have two unique cacao blends in our DUST range – cacao Spark Dust and Vitality Dust. Learn more about them below!

Spark Dust

Spark Dust is a mushroom cacao with reishi naturopathically formulated with vitality and longevity in mind.

Our Spark Dust contains:

Raw Cacao
Maca: A type of cruciferous vegetable that is rich in antioxidants and nutrients, such as vitamin C, copper and iron. Maca can be used to treat an array of ailments from fatigue and anaemia to stress and sexual health. It benefits brain function, mood, memory and focus, and supports the body’s ability to handle physical and mental stress. In women it balances oestrogen levels thereby regulating menstrual cycle, balancing PMS, relieving night sweats, hot flashes and even increases bone density. In males maca improves fertility and boosts libido.
Reishi: A medicinal fungus, with strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and adaptogenic abilities that helps curb the negative effects of physical and mental stress, bringing the body back into balance and harmony. Amongst others, consuming reishi is beneficial for improving the body’s immune function, mental clarity, increasing longevity, and boosting defences against diseases/infections.
Mesquite: A low GI sweetener that is high in protein. It is rich in a number of vitamins, minerals and amino acids such as magnesium, iron, potassium, zinc and calcium which is good for healthy skin, hair and bones.
Astragalus: A restorative herb with adaptogenic properties bestowing restorative and rejuvenating benefits, as well as enhancing stamina and improving resilience to stress, both physical and mental, thereby improving overall defence and minimising degenerative diseases.
Ginger: Good for treatment of nausea from motion sickness, post-surgery, chemotherapy and pregnancy. It fights fungal infections, protects against stomach ulcers, eases menstrual pains, may inhibit cancer growth, regulate blood sugar, relieve joint and muscle pain, lower cholesterol levels, improve brain function, minimise neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s, block bacterial infections including urinary tract infections, pneumonia and bronchitis, ease inflammation, and promote proper digestion.
Cinnamon: A spice with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-biotic, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties. These properties have a positive effect on blood sugar levels, digestion and immunity.
Shiitake: A hearty mushroom full of vitamins and minerals, such as B vitamins, vitamin C and D, iron, zinc, phosphorus, manganese and many more. Its compounds have antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral properties, which can help fight infections. This mushroom does not only boost vitality but also balances blood sugar levels and reduces overall inflammation within the body.
Himalayan Pink Salt

Vitality Dust

The Vitality Dust is formulated with virility and the reproductive system in mind.

The Vitality Dust contains:

Raw Cacao
Maca: A type of cruciferous vegetable that is rich in antioxidants and nutrients, such as vitamin C, copper and iron. Maca can be used to treat an array of ailments from fatigue and anaemia to stress and sexual health. It benefits brain function, mood, memory and focus, and supports the body’s ability to handle physical and mental stress. In women it balances oestrogen levels thereby regulating menstrual cycle, balancing PMS, relieving night sweats, hot flashes and even increases bone density. In males maca improves fertility and boosts libido.
He Shou Wu: A tonic herb renowned for its ability to restore adrenals, counter exhaustion, enhance energy, adapt to stress, potentiate hormones, support libido, and maintain normally abundant sperm count in men and healthy ova in women. He Shou Wu is a good source of iron, zinc and rich in antioxidants and antioxidant-potentiating molecules which combat oxidative stress and have been shown to result in powerful anti–ageing and life extending properties, maintaining healthy physical and mental functions by toning the kidneys and liver, fortify the muscles, tendons and bones and support immunological functions.
It is also widely used in Asia to maintain the youthful condition and colour of the hair and help turn grey hair back to its original colour. In fact, his is where the name originated, which means “black haired Mr. He”. Mr He, the main character of an ancient story and who this herb is named after, restored his vitality and youthful appearance by taking He Shou Wu.
Rose Petals: One of the world’s most revered flowers rich in vitamins C, A and E as well as other powerful antioxidant, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Mucuna: A legume used for supporting a healthy nervous system, motor skills and coordination. It is a natural source of levodopa (L-dopa). L-dopa, the precursor to dopamine, is responsible for positive mood, the normal brain and nervous system functions which enhance intellect, promote enjoyment and support overall wellbeing. The L-dopa is also extracted from the seeds to provide commercial drugs for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Mucuna has established uses for the management of male infertility, and also as a powerful aphrodisiac bolstering libido and reinvigorating male and female reproductive systems.
Shatavari: A rejuvenate tonic, particularly used for nourishing and restoring the reproductive and digestive system. Shatavari works as an aphrodisiac for both men and women by balancing the reproductive hormones and functions. It is best known for its affinity for the female reproductive system, supporting women of all ages to gracefully transition through the natural phases of womanhood.
Cinnamon: A spice with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-biotic, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties. These properties have a positive effect on blood sugar levels, digestion and immunity, and are also extremely beneficial in treating or preventing candida infections, heart disease, diabetes, cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.
Passionflower: It is renowned for promoting serene calmness and relaxation, without affecting mental cognition and productivity. Furthermore, it reduces anxiety, minimises stress and improves sleep quality, all vital processes, which provide the foundation overall wellbeing and optimum health.
Stevia: Stevia shows anti-hyperglycaemic, antihypertensive, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antidiarrhoeal, and immune-modulatory actions, making it useful for reducing fasting blood sugar levels, balancing insulin resistance, aiding in glucose regulation, managing weight, as well as many health problems linked to obesity, like diabetes and metabolic syndrome. It also reduces LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure thereby protecting heart health and preventing future conditions such as atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and strokes.
Himalayan Pink Salt

How To Make Your Own Cacao Drinks

For a unique cacao drink, grab your Spark or Vitality Dust and favourite mylk:

We recommend 1-2 tsp per 200ml.
Add 20ml (1 sip) of hot mylk/water, then whisk/stir to make a paste.
Fill up with your choice of warmed up mylk.

The healthy herbal latte powders can also be added to smoothies, baking, raw treats and more. Drink them hot or cold or mix them into any chocolatey dish!