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Caboclo Menta

Caboclo Menta

$100.00 CAD
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Hapé Caboclo Menta is a Brazilian forest medicine — a fine blend of sacred mapacho tobacco, mint (hortelã), and Tsunu ash, prepared in the tradition of the Caboclo healers of the Amazon. Caboclo medicine draws from both indigenous and mestizo knowledge, blending the deep forest plant wisdom of Amazonian peoples with the healing intuitions of the river communities that have lived alongside them for generations.

The mint in this blend brings a noticeably cool, refreshing character to the experience — a bright, clarifying quality that sets it apart from the earthy intensity of traditional forest hapé. It is commonly used for mental clarity, sinus opening, and lighter energetic work. Many practitioners choose Menta as an introductory hapé for new participants, or as a daytime working medicine when a lighter touch is needed.

Character and Effects

  • Strength: Light to medium — accessible for beginners, satisfying for experienced practitioners
  • Sensation: Cool and clarifying, with a refreshing nasal opening and light grounding effect
  • Energy: Uplifting and focused — good for ceremony, prayer, and morning intention-setting

Ingredients

Mapacho (Nicotiana rustica), Tsunu ash (Platycyamus regnellii), wild-harvested hortelã (mint)

Recommended Use

Administer using a kuripe (solo) or tepi (with a partner). Load a small measure into each nostril in turn. Sit quietly with closed eyes for 5–10 minutes after each side. Begin with less than you think you need.

Sourcing

Ethically and sustainably produced in the Amazon basin of Brazil. Crafted by experienced medicine makers working in the Caboclo tradition.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. The information provided is for educational purposes only.

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About this blend

The Story Behind “Vine of the Shaman”

Veia de Pajé carries a story within the Kuntanawá tradition. The vine’s heart-shaped leaf gives rise to another name associated with this blend: “heart of the boa,” or jiboinha.

In the account shared with this Hapé, Kuntanawá elders emphasize approaching it with a clear intention. This cultural context helps explain the significance of “Vine of the Shaman” a name connected to the plant’s symbolism and the tradition surrounding its preparation.

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Veia de Pajé or Yawanawá Tsunu?

Both blends include Tsunu ash, but they come from different Indigenous traditions. Kuntanawá Veia de Pajé also incorporates the vine that gives “Vine of the Shaman” its name. Yawanawá Tsunu is described as a blend of Tsunu ash and mapacho.

The distinction is in their ingredients and cultural background, rather than a simple stronger-versus-gentler comparison. Explore Yawanawá Tsunu if you are looking for a Tsunu-and-mapacho blend; consider Veia de Pajé if you are specifically seeking the Kuntanawá preparation incorporating this vine.

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Before you choose

Questions we hear often

Can I buy a small package before choosing a larger size?

Yes. This listing offers a 3.5 g package, alongside 7 g, 21 g, 35 g and 50 g options. The smallest package lets you purchase less of this particular blend.

Why do two Hapé products share the Tsunu name?

Tsunu refers to the ash ingredient named in these blends. A shared ingredient name does not establish an identical recipe or preparation. Compare the maker, listed ingredients and confirmed product characteristics.

Do larger quantities offer better value?

Yes. Larger packages offer a lower price per gram compared with smaller sizes. Our Hapé sample sets also offer discounted pricing, making them a good option for exploring several blends. Compare the available sizes and sample sets to find the best value for your purchase.

Does the package include an applicator?

This product includes the Hapé only. Kuripe and Tepi applicators are sold separately. If you need an applicator, browse our collection or explore a Hapé starter kit that includes one. Check the kit description for its exact contents.

Can the colour or texture vary between batches?

Yes. Colour, texture and taste can vary slightly between batches. Seasonal conditions in the Amazon basin influence the natural ingredients used in preparation, so materials gathered during the dry season can differ from those gathered during the rainy season.