Some recipes become part of our routine without us even realising it. A cup of cocoa in the morning, a mid-afternoon break, or a leisurely breakfast are small moments that many people repeat every day. AlterNativa3’s new range of functional cocoa has been created precisely to accompany these moments.
What are functional cacaos
Functional cacaos combine pure cocoa with ingredients that have a long tradition of use in different cultures. Functional cocoa expands the possibilities of this classic beverage without losing sight of what's most important: flavour and enjoyment.
A tradition that leads to new routines
For centuries, plants, roots and fungi have been part of the dietary customs of different places around the world. Today, new proposals are appearing that find their place in those small moments that many people reserve for themselves.
In this range, cocoa shares the spotlight with functional ingredients like ashwagandha, lion's mane, and reishi, which have been used for centuries in different traditions. Each variety incorporates one of them into a base of organic pure cocoa. A practical way to incorporate these ingredients into everyday preparations such as a cup of cocoa, a smoothie, or a simple recipe.
A common base: organic, fairtrade pure cocoa
The three varieties share the same base made from organic, fair-trade pure cocoa. A recipe designed to enjoy the authentic flavour of cocoa combined with carefully selected ingredients.
Cacao as a starting point
Each product consists of 90 % of organic defatted pure cocoa and 10 % of ashwagandha, lion’s mane or reishi, depending on the variety.
Furthermore, the entire collection shares the same philosophy of production: organic and fair-trade pure cocoa, with no added sugars, suitable for vegans, and made without gluten or lactose. A common base that can be easily enjoyed in hot or cold drinks, smoothies, breakfasts, and recipes where cocoa is the star.
Three ways to enjoy functional cacao
Although they share the same organic pure cocoa base, each variety incorporates a different functional ingredient.
Cocoa with ashwagandha
The Cacao with ashwagandha Combines organic pure cocoa with a plant used for centuries in Ayurvedic tradition. Ashwagandha is often associated with practices geared towards everyday balance and well-being, making it one of the most well-known functional ingredients worldwide.
It blends naturally into simple preparations, from a hot cup to a frothy plant-based drink. It can also be incorporated into smoothies or recipes where cocoa plays a starring role.
Cocoa with lion's mane
The Cocoa with lion's mane Pure organic cacao is combined with one of the most unique mushrooms, both in appearance and tradition of use. In recent years, it has gained popularity among those seeking ingredients associated with focus, creativity, and intellectual performance as part of a varied diet.
It can be part of breakfasts, smoothies or breaks throughout the day, always with cocoa as the star.
Cocoa with reishi
The Cacao with reishi combines organic pure cocoa with an ingredient that has been present for centuries in various Asian cultures. Traditionally, reishi has been linked to practices related to well-being and balance, which is why it remains one of the most recognised functional mushrooms.
Its flavour integrates easily into plant-based drinks, creamy preparations, and recipes where cocoa takes centre stage. It can also be used in breakfasts or simple cocoa-based dishes.
How to incorporate functional cacaos into your daily routine
Functional cacaos can be part of many everyday preparations. Their format allows them to be easily incorporated into breakfasts, drinks, and simple recipes.
A simple and versatile preparation
Just add one or two teaspoons, between 5 and 10 grams, to your chosen drink and mix well until the cocoa is integrated.
You can enjoy it in a hot plant-based drink for breakfast, add it to a smoothie, mix it with plant-based yoghurt, or incorporate it into an oat porridge. It also works very well in sweet recipes where cocoa plays a starring role.
From a calmly prepared morning cup to a homemade recipe to share, there are many ways to enjoy these cocoas.
A small ritual around cocoa
Beyond the ingredients, these cocoas invite you to rediscover the pleasure of calmly preparing a drink. Choosing a variety, mixing it with your preferred drink and dedicating a few minutes to enjoying it is all part of the experience.
When a cup is part of the moment
Choosing a variety, preparing a hot drink, or incorporating it into a simple recipe are everyday gestures that often go unnoticed.
AlterNativa3's new range proposes a different way to approach cocoa through selected ingredients and simple recipes that can be naturally incorporated into everyday life.
Discover the range of functional cacaos from AlterNativa3
Sometimes, a small change is all it takes to rediscover a long-standing habit. The new range of functional cocoas brings together organic, fair-trade pure cocoa with ingredients like ashwagandha, lion's mane, and reishi to offer new ways to enjoy every cup.
Discover the range of functional cacaos from AlterNativa3 and choose the variety that best suits you.