From the Pacific to Your Pantry: The Story of Our Ethical Cacao
At Wildwood, we believe what you drink should feel good — not just in your body, but in your values too.
That’s why the cacao we use isn’t just high quality, it’s part of a system that supports real people and real change. We source our cacao through The Cacao Embassy , an organisation working directly with Pacific farming communities to create a better way of trading cacao.
Why Direct Trade Matters
In most commodity trading, farmers are paid as little as possible and have no connection to what their cacao becomes. Cacao farmers and their communities are subject to the whims of large corporate buyers and fluctuating global prices. The Cacao Ambassador flips that model — working directly with local communities, paying fairly, and building long-term partnerships.
This approach brings stability and pride to families who grow and process the cacao. It also gives them more control over how their cacao is used and where it goes. This allows them to grow healthier, more delicious cacao in a sustainable way.
Cacao for the Community
Until recently, many Pacific communities grew cacao purely for export. Locally, they consumed processed, imported products like Milo. The Cacao Ambassador is working to bring cacao back into daily life — promoting it as a healthier, culturally rooted alternative.
This shift means communities are not only growing cacao but enjoying it too — and seeing the health and economic benefits that come with it.
Grown and Crafted with Care
Our cacao is handled with care at every stage — from growing and harvesting, to fermenting and drying. It’s also processed in the country of origin, which keeps more value with the producers and gives you a fresher, fuller flavour.
The result? Cacao that’s rich, clean, and deeply nourishing — just as it should be.
Every Cup Counts
When you choose Wildwood, you’re supporting:
A fairer, more transparent cacao trade
Better health outcomes in cacao-growing communities
A supply chain built on care, not shortcuts
It’s not just about what’s in the cup. It’s about how it got there.
Explore our blends and see what a better cacao system can taste like.
