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Indigenous nations in present-day Georgia may have enjoyed cacao
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Indigenous nations in present-day Georgia may have enjoyed cacao

Exciting news from Georgia reveals that Indigenous nations like the Muscogee and Cherokee were familiar with cacao, despite the region's climate. Pottery shards from the Etowah mounds, dating back to around 1000 CE, contained traces of cacao residues. This discovery sheds light on ancient trade routes and the cultural significance of cacao in their rituals. It’s fascinating to think about how cacao might have played a role in connecting these communities to their history and cosmos.
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