Description
True Cacao Power from the Rainforest
Our Rainforest Dark Cacao Powder is a pure, unsweetened, non-alkalized cocoa made from carefully selected, cold-ground cacao beans. With its deep color and bold, complex flavor, this cacao delivers both culinary performance and natural antioxidant support. Whether you’re creating wellness drinks, baking, or formulating your own chocolate, this is the cacao trusted by professionals and health-conscious customers alike.
We label this product as “cocoa” on the packaging to comply with U.S. FDA standards, but make no mistake — this is true cacao in every way that matters. We use the term “Rainforest Dark” to reflect both the origin and the rich profile of the beans used, which are never alkalized or diluted.
Why You'll Love It:
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Vegan & Unsweetened – No sweeteners, additives, or dairy
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Cold-Ground & Non-Alkalized – Maximum retention of natural polyphenols
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Bold & Balanced Flavor – Rich chocolate taste with depth and complexity
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Great for Functional Recipes – Ideal for smoothies, health drinks, baking, or homemade chocolate
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Sustainably Sourced from Rainforest Regions – High-integrity cacao with flavor and purpose
Cacao vs. Cocoa – What’s the Difference?
Legally, the FDA requires the word “cocoa” to describe any ground cacao powder, regardless of how gently it’s processed. That’s why you’ll see “cocoa” on the label, even though our process and ingredients match what many refer to as cacao powder — pure, minimally processed, and rich in natural flavonoids.
We use both terms interchangeably on our site to help everyone — from wellness buyers to professional bakers — find exactly what they’re looking for.
Note:
Packaging may say “Cocoa Powder” instead of “Cacao”, but this is the same Rainforest Dark cacao powder we’ve always offered. Cold-ground, non-alkalized, and carefully handled to preserve its full flavor and natural antioxidants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this cocoa or cacao powder?
A: It's both! While the packaging uses the word “cocoa” (in line with FDA labeling requirements), the product itself is pure cacao powder — cold-ground, unsweetened, and never alkalized. We use both terms interchangeably so that both health-focused customers and professional bakers can find it easily.
Q: Has this product changed?
A: The product itself has not changed — only the packaging. It’s still the same high-quality, non-alkalized cacao powder made from carefully selected beans. We updated the name for clarity and consistency across our product line.
Q: Is this suitable for ceremonial cacao or health drinks?
A: Yes. Many of our customers use this cacao in daily health routines, smoothies, and ceremonial-style cacao drinks. It’s high in natural antioxidants and has a bold, rich flavor — perfect for functional wellness or chocolate-making.
Q: Is this alkalized or processed with chemicals?
A: No. This cacao powder is non-alkalized and processed without chemicals. It's cold-ground to preserve the natural polyphenols and flavanols that give cacao its powerful antioxidant properties.
Interested in Wholesale?
We offer custom wholesale pricing on pallet-scale orders (110 lbs and up) for serious partners who value high-flavanol, functional cacao.
All bulk orders are:
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Palletized and freight shipped
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Prepaid via wire transfer
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Quoted based on current cocoa and freight markets
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