Cacao is the fruit that Chocolate comes from. iHeartFruitBox makes it easy for you to try chocolate in its raw natural form, or you can dry the seeds and make your own home-made chocolate! Cacao is usually available for the majority of the year however, tends to be less available in the spring. When you place an order please be aware of delivery times to receive your box, as fruit will ripen quickly in the outdoor heat. WE PACK ORDERS FOR SHIPPING AT THE BEGINNING OF THE WEEK FOLLOWING YOUR PURCHASE DATE. ORDERS DO NOT SHIP UPON PURCHASE. Cacao Pod Pro Tips Cacao arrives ready to eat. For extended shelf life, store in the refrigerator. Crack the shell and suck the white flesh surrounding the bean (seed). Some like to enjoy the bean raw while others may find it bitter. DON'T THROW AWAY THE SEEDS! DRY THEM, HUSK THEM, CRUSH THEM INTO POWDER, AND USE TO MAKE HOME-MADE CHOCOLATE! WE LIKE TO SWEETEN OURS WITH COCONUT OR DATE SUGAR.