Pure Cacao Husks (Cocoa Shell Tea)

Pure Cacao Husks (Cocoa Shell Tea)

Pure cacao husks are the outer shells of the cacao bean, gently roasted to develop their rich chocolate aroma. These shells carry a rich and enticing aroma of chocolate. They are highly versatile and can be used to create a delightful infusion known as cacao shell tea. This naturally comforting infusion offers the essence of cocoa with a light body and subtle roasted depth.
Perfect as an evening brew or enjoyed as a chocolate-forward alternative to coffee.
Cacao husks contain theobromine, a natural compound that provides a mild uplifting effect without the jitters of coffee. They also contain antioxidants and trace minerals.

Cacao husks are the thin papery skin layers that come off the cocoa bean during roasting and winnowing. That product goes by cocoa shells, cacao shells, cocoa husks, cacao husks, and sometimes cocoa hulls, which are all the same thing. "Cacao shell tea" and "cocoa shell tea" are probably the most common names.
"Cacao" and "cocoa" are both used for Theobroma cacao. The convention is that "cacao" tends to signal raw/less-processed, while "cocoa" is the everyday English spelling most people type. But for shell tea there's no actual product difference and both names are used.

Ingredients

Organic cacao husks

Specifications

Directions

Cacao Husk Tea

Cacao husks create a naturally aromatic infusion with a rich chocolate aroma and a light, smooth body. Cacao husk tea offers the comforting aroma of rich chocolate in a light, smooth and naturally caffeine-free infusion.

Hot Preparation
1–2 teaspoons cacao husks
250 ml (1 cup) hot water 95–100°C
Steep 6–8 minutes.
Strain and enjoy.

For a richer drink, brew slightly stronger or steep longer.

Optional Additions
Cacao husk tea pairs beautifully with:
• milk or plant-based milk
• honey or maple syrup
• cinnamon
• vanilla
• orange peel

Cacao husk tea offers the comforting aroma of rich chocolate in a light, smooth and naturally caffeine-free infusion.