Long before chocolate became sweet, it was sacred. The ancient Mayan and Aztec civilisations ground cacao with spice and drank it as a ceremonial elixir, warming and deeply nourishing.

Spice Zen's signature blend - Xocolatte  is a modern, cacao‑first blend with Ceylon cinnamon brings gentle sweet warmth and aromatic allspice. A generous addition of Madagascan vanilla bean in this blend rounds the darker cacao flavours and delivers deep chocolate richness with smooth, fragrant warmth and a subtle cayenne finish.

Unsweetened and versatile, Xocolatte moves effortlessly from cup to kitchen. Whisk it into warm milk for a velvety spiced cacao, stir into coffee for a mocha with depth, fold through brownies and cakes, or use sparingly to add cacao‑chilli complexity to savoury dishes.

Handcrafted in small batches and packed in our gluten-free Sydney facility using certified organic ingredients. Xocolatte is your everyday cacao ritual, warm, aromatic and beautifully balanced.

Xocolatte belongs in every part of the kitchen and every part of the day. Whisked into warm oat milk for a morning ritual. Folded into brownie batter for something darker and more interesting than the ordinary. Rubbed generously into duck or lamb before a long roast. Dusted over sweet potato straight from the oven with a drizzle of honey. Stirred into a smoothie that actually nourishes rather than simply fills.

Flavour & Aroma Profile

Flavour: Deep cacao leads, rounded by warm Ceylon cinnamon, aromatic allspice and smooth real vanilla bean. Cayenne adds a gentle, lingering warmth.

Aroma: Chocolatey, warm, softly spiced, with natural vanilla fragrance.

Heat Level: Mild warmth.

How to Use

• Hot Xocolatte: Whisk 1-2 teaspoons Xocolatte with 1–2 tbsp hot water to form a smooth paste. Add 1 cup (200 ml) hot milk or plant milk and whisk until velvety. Sweeten to taste. (For a richer cup, use 1.5 tsp.)
• Iced Xocolatte: Dissolve 2 tsp with 30 ml hot water until smooth, then add cold milk and ice.
• Mocha: Add ½-1 teaspoon to coffee before adding milk.
• Breakfast: Sprinkle over porridge, yoghurt, granola or fruit.
• Baking: Fold into brownies, cakes, cookies and chocolate desserts.
• Savoury cooking: Use a small amount in roasted vegetables, chilli, slow-cooked sauces or spice rubs.

Perfect For

• Luxurious drinking chocolate
• Warm or iced cacao rituals
• Café-style cacao and mochas
• Brownies, cakes and chocolate dessert
• Breakfast bowls and fruit 
• Adding cacao‑chilli depth to savoury dishes
• Premium spice collections and gifting

Story behind Xocolatte

Xocolatte is inspired by the long relationship between cacao, chilli and aromatic botanicals in Mesoamerican food culture. Rather than recreating a historical recipe, it offers a contemporary interpretation built on cacao, warm spice and real vanilla. Cacao, chilli, vanilla and allspice all trace their origins to the Americas, and together they create a modern blend that honours this heritage while delivering a smooth, warming cacao ritual for today.

Good to Know

Is it sweetened?

No, so you can adjust sweetness to taste.

How much should I use?

For hot drinks, start with 1 tsp per 1 cup (200 ml), always dissolve in a splash of hot water first for a smooth, velvety finish. For iced drinks, use 2 tsp, dissolved in hot water before adding cold milk and ice.

Is it spicy?

Only mildly. Cayenne adds gentle warmth that supports the cacao without making it taste “hot”.

Is the vanilla real?

Yes, we grind and blend whole premium Madagascan vanilla beans, not spent, essence or flavoured.

Is it like chai or a spiced latte?

No. There is no cardamom or ginger, the profile is cacao‑first, warm, aromatic and smooth.

Is it organic?

Yes, ACO certified organic.

Can I use it in savoury cooking?

Yes. A small amount adds cacao depth and gentle chilli warmth to roasted vegetables, chilli, mole‑style sauces and slow‑cooked dishes.

Is it suitable for dietary needs?

Vegan, gluten‑free endorsed by Coeliac Australia, dairy‑free and made in a gluten‑free facility.

Presentation & Storage

Handcrafted in small batches and packed in our gluten-free Sydney facility using certified organic ingredients. Packed in a recyclable amber glass jar to help protect the cacao and aromatic spices from light and moisture. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.