Our Cocoa Ritual blends are sweetened naturally with organic coconut sugar and organic erythritol monk fruit sweetener, making this product low-glycemic in nature. We believe in providing a wholesome and delicious experience for the whole family, without the added sugar. Erythritol is considered a zero-calorie sweetener and is also considered a sugar alcohol, even though it has no sugar and no alcohol! Erythritol occurs naturally with the fermentation of fructose (fruit sugar). Some studies show that if consumed in large quantities, Erythritol may cause digestive problems or have a laxative effect. The amount in one tablespoon of Cocoa Ritual is about 0.5g, which is well below safe daily consumption levels (15-20g is considered a safe regular daily consumption level).