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Did Someone Say Chocolate Tea??

Recently, I was asked to try out some Cacao Tea   which is also known as chocolate tea or cocoa tea) is a 100% natural tea which is brewed from cacao husks (also known as cacao shells).  They had me at chocolate...so I was excited to give it the taste test. Cacao tea has a delicious chocolate flavor and a natural sweetness despite containing no sugar or calories. Cacao tea is also gluten and dairy free. As a result, cacao tea is an excellent replacement for caffeinated tea and coffee and a great way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Cacao husks are rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, which studies have shown have a number of health benefits. In addition, cacao husks are rich in the compound theobromine, which is a mild, naturally occurring stimulant similar to caffeine with a gentle, slow-release effect.  It is a beautiful loose leaf tea.   So a friend and I brewed it up. The smell is heavenly...  I couldn't wait. Cacao Tea is a high quality product.  It bre