Using Cacao in the New Moon and Full Moon Rituals

Deepening Connection with the Moon & Your Heart

Each lunar phase invites a unique energy into our lives — the new moon whispers of fresh beginnings and quiet reflection, while the full moon illuminates what’s ready to be released. When paired with the sacred plant medicine of ceremonial cacao, these moon rituals can become deeply transformative, heart-opening experiences.

Why Cacao?

Cacao has long been revered as a plant ally for spiritual awakening, emotional clarity, and heart-centered connection. Used traditionally in ceremonies by the Mayan and Aztec cultures, cacao isn’t just a superfood — it’s a gentle teacher. It helps us slow down, feel more deeply, and tune into the subtle energies around and within us.

Its natural compounds — like theobromine, anandamide, and magnesium — uplift the mood, relax the body, and increase happiness. Perfect for moon rituals.

Cacao & the New Moon: A Ritual for Planting Seeds

The new moon is the perfect time to set intentions and create space for new energy and new beginnings.

New Moon Cacao Ritual:

1. Create a Sacred Space – Dim the lights, light a candle, play soft music, and make your cacao with intention.

2. Open with Gratitude – Before sipping, take a moment to thank the cacao spirit and set your intention for the ceremony.

3. Journal Prompts:

   1. What do I desire to call in this lunar cycle?

   2. What inner guidance am I ready to listen to?

4. Visualization or Meditation – Drink your cacao slowly and visualize planting your intentions like seeds in the earth.

5. Closing – Thank the cacao and the moon for their support, and write your intentions on paper to revisit during the full moon.

Cacao & the Full Moon: A Ritual for Release

The full moon reveals what’s ready to be seen, celebrated, or released. It’s a time to reflect on what has grown — and what’s no longer needed.

Full Moon Cacao Ritual:

1. Prepare Your Cacao Consciously – Stir slowly, infusing your brew with love and honesty.

2. Sacred Space – Sit under the moonlight if possible, or near a window. Use crystals, incense, or oracle cards to amplify the energy.

3. Journal Prompts:

4. What have I learned since the new moon?

5. What am I ready to let go of?

6. Release Practice – Write down what you’re ready to release. Burn or tear the paper as a symbolic act of letting go.

7. Movement or Sound – Let the cacao guide you into heart-led movement, drumming, or chanting to shift the energy fully.

   
   

   Tips for a Safe and Sacred Practice

   • Use ceremonial-grade cacao from ethical sources to honor the spirit of the plant.

   • Start with a small dose (15–25g) if you’re new to cacao ceremonies.

   • Avoid alcohol, caffeine, or heavy meals before ceremony.

   • Listen to your body and let the cacao guide your pace and experience.

   Combining cacao with the lunar cycle is a powerful way to connect with both the cosmos and your inner self. Whether you're setting intentions under the new moon or releasing old energy under the full moon, cacao offers a grounded, heart-centered presence to help you move through the phases with more clarity and compassion.
   

   This sacred plant reminds us: when we come back to the heart, everything else aligns.