Katukina • Mint Cacau

Katukina Mint Cacau Rapeh is a distinctive blend of Tsunu, Cacau, and Mint, which offers a refreshing, invigorating, and energizing experience. The Mint introduces a cool and fresh element to the mix, while the Cacau provides a subtle sweetness and a natural energy boost. Cacau is also known for its heart-opening and aphrodisiac properties. The grounding effects of Tsunu help to stabilize us in the experience.  The result is warming, opening, and refreshing. 

Our Mint Cacau rapeh is a unique blend that is specially made for us by Francisca Katukina, wife of the late chief, Fernando Katukina, in Acre, Brazil. Francisca grows the herbal ingredients in her own jungle garden, using traditional and sustainable methods.

Learn more about the Katukina Tribe. Learn more about the Ancient Art of Rapeh. 

Read our many positive Rapeh Testimonials. 

--

Ingredients: Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum), Pau Pereira bark & root (Platycyamus regnellii), Cacau (Theobroma cacao), Mint (Menta piperina)(BRAZIL)

Other names: Katukina rapé, Katukina hapé, Katukina hapeh, Katukina snuff, Mint Cacau rapé, Mint Cacau hapé, Mint Cacau hapeh, Mint Cacau snuff, Tsuno,  Hapé medicine.

--

What is Rapeh?

Rapeh snuff, also known as rapé or hapé, is a sacred and medicinal snuff that has been used for centuries by various indigenous tribes in the Amazon region of South America, particularly in Brazil and Peru. It is made from a mixture of crushed medicinal plants, such as tobacco, ash, and various other herbs, and is blown into the nose through a special pipe made of bone or bamboo.

Traditionally, rapé is used for various purposes such as spiritual and shamanic practices, healing, meditation, and physical and mental purification. It is believed to have powerful cleansing and grounding properties that can help to clear negative energy, improve focus, and enhance awareness. It is often used in sacred ceremonies and rituals to connect with the spirit world, to deepen one's understanding of oneself and the world, and to facilitate healing and growth.

In addition to its traditional use by indigenous tribes, rapé has gained popularity in recent years in Western countries as a plant medicine that can offer various benefits, such as promoting mental clarity and enhancing focus, reducing anxiety and depression, and supporting overall well-being. However, it is important to note that the use of rapé should be approached with caution and respect, as it is a powerful medicine that requires proper preparation and guidance from experienced practitioners.