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Ancestral: tradition and legacy

Deep in the Ecuadorian heartland, where the jungle meets the mountains, a thousand-year-old legacy flourishes. Ancestral is not just cacao; it is a journey through time, a connection to the purest roots of nature, and a celebration of tradition.  

Innovation + Tradition

Guardians of cacao

Fine aroma cocoa and white cocoa (Theobroma bicolor), two botanical gems that have been revered for centuries, are part of the new generation of Ecuadorian cocoa.

Innovation

We preserve the wisdom of our ancestors, combining traditional regenerative agriculture with cutting-edge innovation to offer the world exclusive products.

Our Statement of Principle

We rescue authenticity, protect biodiversity, and offer the world cocoa in its purest form, with impeccable traceability that guarantees quality, origin, and exclusivity.

Immersive Experience

Roots: tasting, learning, and culture

Tasting and pairing: A sensory journey where cocoa takes center stage in innovative signature cocktails. Chocolate pairings accompanied by wines, high-altitude Ecuadorian coffee, and spirits such as aguardiente or artisanal rum.

Cultural experience

Alma: Ancestral history, unique quality, and connection to roots

Interview

Ancestral: Cacao and Innovation in Ecuador

Our CEO, Carmen Tibán, in an interview with Janet Hinostroza:

We revolutionized Ecuadorian cacao. We created luxury with fine aroma cacao and exclusive Amazonian white cacao, valuing tradition with innovation. Our bars, superfoods, and haute cuisine products, made with 100% Ecuadorian talent, conquer global palates and open doors to the world for our entrepreneurs.

Ancestral in Forbes France

Ancestral: The Caviar of Cocoa

Our CEO, Carmen Tibán, and Aurélie Rajal, representative of our exclusive distributor Travacao, in an interview with Forbes France: the unique value of Ecuadorian cocoa, ancestral, rare, and limited seeds that surprise chefs with their history. With traceability and real genetics, this exclusive product is recognized as the caviar of cocoa, a symbol of identity, innovation, and gastronomic excellence that Ancestral brings to the world.

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Travacao: Exclusive representative for France

Ancestral partners with the best companies to bring fine Ecuadorian aroma cocoa to the world.

Travacao is our exclusive representative in France. This young gourmet company is on a mission to reveal ethical and sustainable gastronomic treasures from the world's finest terroirs. With a focus on controlled origin, environmental responsibility, and superior quality, Travacao connects producers, regions, and discerning consumers, sharing Ancestral's commitment to purity, innovation, and authenticity.

Moca Consulting: Ancestral in the Netherlands

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