Ancestral Mesoamerica
ANCIENT MESOAMERICA, 400 CE
Travel back across the centuries and experience the rich aromas of Mesoamerica. A collaboration with the Fine Cacao and Chocolate Institute (FCCI), the KLEIO Ancestral Mesoamerica artisanal candle recreates the fragrances of ancient Mesoamerican rituals involving cacao—Mesoamerica being the place of origin of the very chocolate that we enjoy today.
SENSORY HISTORY AROMAS: Ancient Cacao, Chocolate, Mesoamerican Vanilla Bean, and Copal Resin
The label features Mayan hieroglyphs (meaning “sweet cacao”), honoring the traditions of the ancient Mayan people and the living heritage of contemporary Mesoamerican peoples that still hold an affinity to this staple and its many preparations.
A portion of Ancestral Mesoamerica candle sales goes directly toward supporting FCCI's research and education programs.
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KLEIO relies on the incredible scholarship of historians—from ancient to present day—who have produced detailed texts, books, and first-hand accounts on sensory history.
When researching potential KLEIO concepts, we pore over scores of sources—and collaborate with experts—to ultimately create our interpretation of a select sensory moment in time. There is a substantial amount of research and development associated with each candle.
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Sourced from perfumeries all over the world, our fragrance oils, many infused with natural essential oils, are free of carcinogens, mutagens, phthalates, dyes, reproductive toxins, and meet California Prop 65 standards. Each candle features a proprietary coconut apricot wax blend and high-quality cotton wicks designed to provide an optimal burn. We use a high fragrance-to-wax ratio, resulting in a powerful aromatic experience.
KLEIO is committed to being an eco-conscious company. While we are past-obsessed, we do so with thoughtful consideration of the future. We believe that beauty and elegance should be in harmony with environmental sustainability. Learn more about how we achieve this.
Large Artisanal Candle
- 10 oz net weight (283 gm)
- 3.75" tall and 4" diameter
- Double Wicks
- Burn time 55+ hours, which adjusts to 0.70 cents per hour of time travel
- Hand-finished glass vessel and lid
Mini Candles
- 2.9 oz net weight (99 gm)
- 2" tall and 2.5" diameter
- Single wick
- Burn time 8+ hours, which adjusts to 0.87 cents per hour of time travel
- Candle metal tin
We are grateful for the overwhelming interest and support in KLEIO. We are a small, artisanal company that creates handcrafted sensory history experiences.
Due to increased order volume, our current order processing window is approximately three weeks from the order date. This is subject to change based on order volume. We are working hard to reduce our processing time as quickly as possible.
We deeply appreciate your patience and support.
