🫧What does the bubbles in ceremonial cacao mean?🫧

In many Mesoamerican cacao traditions, the bubbles are seen as the spirit of the cacao saying hello. The Maya and Nahua people describe the bubbles as alive: the heart of the drink, the bridge between the human world and higher realms.

To make the bubbles appear, we need to whisk the cacao. Traditionally cacao was poured and whisked, and today many people use a whisk or a milk frother to create that sacred foam.  🫧

Every cups bubbles is unique! Many elders describe them as messages from the cacao itself. Here are some of those interpretations 🤎



Today my cup of our ceremonial cacao looked like this and it was sooo divine✨🤎


• When there’s lots of bubbles, some traditions speak of generosity, openness of the heart, guidance and joyful connection.

• Bigger, longlasting bubbles are sometimes associated with strength, protection, and clarity. Like the cacao spirit is speaking clearly, holding you, helping you see with honesty and courage.

• When there is little bubbles, or barely any at all, many elders would say the cacao is calling you inward. A quiet ceremony. It invites grounding, deep listening, softness, introspection… and healing.

• And sometimes… the bubbles have rainbow colors 🌈. This is seen as a sign of a blessing, harmony, and connection to the unseen. It’s said to be a moment when worlds touch for a second: earth and spirit, sky and heart, the visible and the unseen. A message from the other side that you are supported.

Whether the bubbles are wild and playful or subtle and shy, they are always meaningful. Every cup holds its own message. Every cup has its own way of speaking to you 🤎