The latest drug craze in Europe can be ingested, drunk or even snorted according to partygoers. In some parts of Western Europe, cacao powder has taken the place of alcohol and illicit substances, giving its users a sweet rush of energy all night long.
Cacao-Fueled Party In Europe
Today's OZY revealed that there's an alcohol-free monthly dance party centred on cacao. The party called "Lucid" in Berlin serves raw cacao that attendees take during a meditation ceremony before dancing six long hours. This new rave will visit Los Angeles soon, serving at Lightning in a Bottle. Attendees will be treated to a cacao ceremony with raw cacao drinks and pills showing up behind the bar club.
A Belgian chocolatier, Dominique Persoone, even invented a special snorting device built especially so you can snort it very much like cocaine. Persoone claimed that he created the device called "Chocolate Shooter" for a birthday party for Ron Wood and Charlie Watts of the Rolling Stones, Timeout added.
Sweet Euphoric Rush
How does it feel snorting cacao or taking in raw cacao pill, you may ask. According to NextShark, raw cacao when snorted in powder form creates a brain-boosting rush. Raw cacao gives users a nice dose of serotonin and endorphin to the brain, inducing a feeling of euphoria. After which, a flood of magnesium relaxes your muscles and removing tensions from your body. Cacao is also full of flavanoids, which increases blood circulation and boost cognition.
Proponents said that raw, virgin cacao is more potent. According to Ruby May, one of the party organizers for "Lucid", cacao isn't hallucinogenic like acid. Rather, it enhances the feelings in a subtle way. "It's like a smooth, sensual hug in a cup," the 36-year old said. May mixes 18 pounds of cacao with honey, agave syrup and cinnamon for every party.
Meanwhile, Persoone admitted to mixing cacao powder with ginger, raspberry and mint for his patrons in Belgium. He added that chilli pepper doesn't go well with the stuff.
What do you think of this new trend? Let us know by leaving your comments below. Meanwhile, check out how the "Chocolate Shooter" works in this video:
