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Saoró Barista Cacao
Introducing our new Barista Cacao – a rich, velvety, single-ingredient Cacao that is designed for coffee shops like yours. It is the perfect addition alongside your coffee menu, offering your customers a unique and health-forward alternative.
And for all our Cacao loving customers, this beautiful grated Cacao is easy and convenient to use at home!
Price range: €25.00 through €60.00
What is Cacao and why it’s gaining ground.
Cacao is the pure, minimally processed form of the cacao bean – the raw ingredient behind chocolate. Unlike cocoa, our barista-grade cacao is unsweetened, single-ingredient and packed with natural compounds that support energy, focus and mood. It’s a nutrient-dense superfood and natural energiser – making it a powerful (and delicious) alternative to coffee.
Here’s why people are making the switch from Coffee to Cacao:
- A Calm, Focused Energy.
Cacao delivers smooth, sustained energy without the crash. Its gentle dose of theobromine offers a smoother energy curve than coffee – perfect for focus and creativity. - Naturally Uplifting
Feel good compounds like PEA and anandamide in cacao help elevate your mood and gently open the heart to feel more love, joy and inspire connection. - Cacao Nourishes the Nervous System
Packed with magnesium and polyphenols, cacao helps ease stress, support nervous system function, and build long-term resilience. - Pure, Single-Ingredient Goodness
Saoró cacao is 100% pure — no additives, sweeteners, emulsifiers, or preservatives. Just the real thing. - Ethical & Regeneratively Sourced
Our cacao directly supports farming communities and regenerative land practices in Sierra Leone — with complete transparency from farm to cup. - Exceptional Flavour Depth
Saoró Sierra Leone Barista Cacao is bold, rich, and nuanced – layered with earthy and spiced notes.
Why add Cacao to your menu?
Adding Cacao expands your reach and positions your café at the forefront of modern innovation & inclusivity.
Expand your menu. Elevate your offerings.
Barista Cacao gives your café a premium, functional beverage option that welcomes every customer — even those avoiding coffee.
✔ Heart-friendly and suitable for those caffeine-sensitive
✔ Supports calm focus and wellbeing
✔ Appeals to the holistic health community
✔ Creates an inclusive café experience
Not everyone can (or wants to) drink coffee — but everyone deserves to enjoy spending time in a cosy café.
Barista Cacao is the perfect alternative: a rich, velvety drink that nourishes the body and soothes the mind. Ideal for customers who are caffeine-sensitive, wellness-minded, or simply craving a mindful ritual.
How to make Barista Cacao
Enjoy Cacao just like you would coffee – hot or iced.
Serve it your way
- Like an Americano: Mix with hot water for a rich, smooth cacao brew.
- Like a Latte: Blend with your favourite milk for a creamy, comforting cup.
- Iced & Refreshing: Pour over ice with water or milk for a cool, energising twist.
- Get Creative: Experiment with your own blends – try Spiced Cacao, Turmeric Cacao, Cacao Matcha, or browse through our recipes.
You don’t need to be a barista to make Barista Cacao! It’s easy to prepare at home — just use a milk frother, or simply mix it with heated milk or water.
Check out our tutorial for both methods: the frother way and the non-frothed way!
Watch our quick Barista demo video below 👇
Ideas
Cacao Recipies
Discover the heart-opening magic of cacao through our curated collection of nourishing recipes. From energising blends like the Superhero Breakfast Cacao to soul-soothing creations like Kate’s Coconut and Almond recipe, each drink is crafted to celebrate the richness and versatility of ceremonial cacao.
Whether you’re drawn to the grounding warmth of cacao-infused porridge or the balancing touch of an Ayurveda-style elixir, these recipes offer delicious ways to connect with cacao in your daily rituals. Explore, create, and let your kitchen become a sacred space for cacao-inspired nourishment.
a diverse and vibrant landscape
Origin in Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone boasts a diverse and vibrant landscape that ranges from lush rainforests and rolling hills to expansive savannahs and pristine coastlines. The country’s rich biodiversity is reflected in its wide variety of wildlife, including rare primates like the chimpanzee and the Western red colobus, as well as numerous bird species, reptiles, and insects. The dense forests and fertile soils create an ideal environment for agriculture, supporting smallholder farmers and contributing to the nation’s vibrant natural heritage. Additionally, the Atlantic Ocean coastline offers stunning beaches and mangroves, further enhancing Sierra Leone’s ecological richness.
This incredible natural environment makes Sierra Leone a fantastic cacao origin. The country’s climate—characterized by high temperatures and consistent rainfall—provides optimal conditions for cacao cultivation, resulting in beans with distinctive flavor profiles. Sierra Leonean cacao is known for its fine aroma and complex taste, often appreciated by premium chocolate producers worldwide. The combination of fertile soils, favorable climate, and traditional farming methods helps produce high-quality cacao, making it an increasingly sought-after source for ethical and sustainable chocolate production. This unique ecological setting not only supports the local economy but also positions Sierra Leone as a promising contender in the global fine-flavor cacao market.
Sustainability and Ethics
Saoró Barista Cacao is made from single-origin Sierra Leone beans, expertly crafted by our chocolatier partners for a velvety, barista-ready experience.
At Saoró, ethics and sustainability are central to our mission.
In Sierra Leone, we partner with local agricultural cooperatives to support indigenous producers and Rainforest Canopy Regeneration — ensuring our cacao not only tastes good, but does good.
What makes us different:
✔ Ethically and sustainably sourced
✔ Direct trade partnerships with real impact
✔ 100% pure cacao – medicinial grade, no sugar or additives
✔ Expertly crafted for café workflows
✔ Support materials: recipes, training & in-store visuals
Ready to try Barista Cacao?
At Saoró, we believe you should experience Cacao for yourself before offering it to others. Just one cup and you’ll see what we’re talking about – it truly is something special.
Want to sample it?
Get in touch and we’ll send you a sample of our Premier Cru Barista Cacao, plus prep tips & recipes.
Prefer a quick chat?
Book a call – we’ll guide you through how to add Cacao to your menu with ease.
