07 Shawandawa Rapé

Shawandawa Tribal Blend from Acre, Brazil

The Shawandawa (Shawadawa) are known as the people of the Macaw. In their language, Shawa means macaw. They live along the Juruá River in the westernmost part of Acre, Brazil, near the Peruvian border. A community with deep knowledge of forest botanicals, the Shawandawa have only recently begun sharing their rapé preparations beyond their territory. This makes their blends less widely available than those from larger, more established tribes.

A Daily Ceremonial Blend

This is a foundational Shawandawa blend, used in daily ceremonial life. It combines Tsunu ash with herbs from their own tradition, producing a herbal blend with a gentle, distinctive character. The Shawandawa use different botanical combinations for different purposes, and this particular recipe serves as their everyday preparation.

The Shawandawa's relative isolation along the Juruá River has preserved their botanical knowledge in a way that differs from more widely connected tribes. Their rapé reflects this independent development. The herbal components carry a botanical signature unique to Shawandawa preparations, distinct from both the Yawanawa blends of the Gregório River and the Nukini preparations from elsewhere in Acre. Each batch is handcrafted, and the natural variation inherent to artisanal production means every batch carries its own nuances.

Wholesale Notes

Shawandawa Rapé is less widely known than Yawanawa or Huni Kuin blends, which makes it an interesting addition for shops looking to differentiate their rapé offering. Knowledgeable customers actively seek out lesser-known tribal blends, and the macaw story gives your staff a compelling talking point. Sourced through direct trade with the Shawandawa community. Glass bottle.