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Impact Startups Transforming the Food Industry with Alternatives to Traditional Coffee and Chocolate

In response to the environmental and social challenges posed by the mass production of coffee and cocoa, a new wave of Impact Startups is emerging to revolutionise agrifood industries. These companies are developing innovative alternatives promising to maintain coffee and chocolate flavours consumers love while being more sustainable and ethical.

Impact Startups

Source: Impact Shakers


Leading this movement is Win-Win, and Dr. Johnny Drain, a pioneer in food innovation. Win-Win utilises cutting-edge science to transform abundant, affordable, and sustainable ingredients into cocoa-free chocolate. This new product snaps, tastes, and melts just like conventional chocolate, providing an eco-friendly alternative without sacrificing quality.

WinWin chocolate

Source: Win-Win Chocolate


Other notable startups include Food Brewer, a Swiss-based company using plant cell cultures to produce cultivated cocoa and coffee powder, offering a sustainable supply chain alternative.


Amatera is pushing the boundaries of plant evolution to create future-proof varieties of coffee and other perennial crops including bananas and grapes.

Coffee Beans

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NuKoKo is making waves in the chocolate industry by replacing cocoa beans with faba beans, creating a healthier and more sustainable chocolate.

Melted chocolate

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NOUS.Energy, an Italian biotech startup, has developed Mindave, a caffeine alternative that delivers similar benefits without the drawbacks of traditional coffee.

Hands holding cup of coffee

Source: NOUS.Energy


These startups are setting the stage for a more sustainable future, where our favourite treats can be enjoyed without compromising the planet or human rights.


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