Why AWKI

AWKI was the name given to the deity which used to protect the communities in ancient times. AWKI lived in the mountains and was considered a sacred spirit. It was also the title given to the prince who inherited the Inca Empire “Tahuantinsuyo”, for him to protect the kingdom.

AWKI represents a chocolate that has the ability to protect you due to the higher nutritional value. A healthy combinations of ancestral ingredients. Nowadays, AWKI is still used among indigenous people in Ecuador as a name, or to refer to a grandfather or to the person whose task is to protect the tribe.

Sustainability

  • Wild cacao yields, enhancing fruit flavors sustainably.
  • Eco-friendly compostable packaging.
  • Fair trade

Chocolate with purpose

This is a new concept of chocolate that intends to stop the consumption od chocolate as a candy, to bring it back to be a SUPERFOOD again, thus reborn "The Food from the Gods".

We have developed recipes based on neuroscience, ancestral wisdom and nutrition, which when combined with dark chocolate, can provide you with specific benefits to your health and well being.

  • Our Values

    Pure chocolate like you have never tasted before, with a true responsibility and commitment to make the world a better place!

  • Our Arriba Cacao

    Ecuador's Cacao crops thrive due to the extended daylight, clean water sources, and the influence of nearby floral and fruit crops, resulting in enriched flavors and aromas.

  • Our Process

    A crucial element in crafting exceptional chocolate is the precise choice of premium raw materials. At AWKI, we meticulously pick the world-renowned 'Arriba Nacional Cacao' for our products.

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  • Sustainable products that help generate local employment.

    Through chocolate we generate jobs from people from collectives generally excluded. This also generates a growth of local economies.

  • Support women in generating income

    Utilizing chocolate, instructing women to launch businesses centered on cacao, chocolate, and related items. Emphasizing reduction of food waste through teaching jam production from seasonal fruits and cacao remnants.

  • Changing Perceptions: A New Era for Chocolate Lovers

    We aim to redefine the perception of chocolate as a nutrient-rich superfood rather than a sugary treat, offering healthier alternatives in the market.