Ruta del Cacao al Chocolate

Experience the Cacao Route: From the Bean to the Living History of Artisan Chocolate

Embark on a multisensory journey through the ancient cacao haciendas of Tabasco, where cacao transforms from a simple ingredient into a rich experience that blends tradition, culture, and flavor.

Hacienda Jesús María: Where the Magic Begins
Your journey starts in the lush experimental nurseries and cacao plantations of Hacienda Jesús María. Here, you'll learn about the cacao’s journey—from seed to bean, ready to become chocolate. The experience continues in the charming Casa Antigua, where a traditional kitchen preserves centuries-old customs. In the Casa Maya Chontal, you’ll relive the stories of former workers while learning to make your own handcrafted chocolate. The visit concludes at the local shop, where you can enjoy a cacao-based drink and take home unique regional flavors.

Hacienda La Luz: Heritage, Flavor, and Award-Winning Tradition
At this iconic location, you’ll stroll through plantations that have been the heart of the hacienda for generations. Visit the cacao museum, filled with centuries-old tools that tell the story of its cultivation and transformation. Savor an award-winning selection of artisan chocolates and gain a deeper understanding of the chocolate-making process. The experience is rounded out with a refreshing cup of traditional pozol, a signature drink of the Tabasco people.

Hacienda Cholula: Ritual and Ancestral Connection
Your tour concludes at Hacienda Cholula, where you’ll take part in an intimate Cacao Ceremony—an ancient ritual that honors the cacao bean as both spiritual and nutritional sustenance for the Mesoamerican peoples. Discover the fermentation process and taste agua de cacao, a refreshing drink rich in cultural meaning. At the end of your visit, you can purchase unique products such as cacao wine, chocolate in various forms, and other handcrafted treasures to carry the essence of this journey with you.