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Bebida de Castanha da Amazônia: Brazilian chestnut milk (vegetable milk)
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Leite vegetal de castanha da Amazônia
Cuíca Brasil is a São Paulo-based foodtech startup revolutionizing the plant-based beverage market in Brazil with its flagship product: a sustainably sourced Amazônia nut milk. Founded by Bianca Oglouyan, Cuíca embodies innovation, sustainability, and social impact by combining clean-label nutrition with responsible Amazonian sourcing practices. The company positions itself at the intersection of wellness, conscious consumerism, and biodiversity conservation. ## Core Business Cuíca specializes in the development, production, and commercialization of plant-based beverages, specifically nut-based milks made from Brazil nuts (Bertholletia excelsa), also known as castanha-da-Amazônia. The company aims to serve health-conscious consumers seeking dairy alternatives while supporting Amazonian forest communities and promoting regenerative agriculture. ## Product and Service Offerings - Bebida de Castanha da Amazônia: A non-dairy milk alternative made from raw Brazilian nuts. Rich in selenium, magnesium, and healthy fats, it is formulated without added sugars, artificial preservatives, gums, or emulsifiers. Available in: - Original - Cacau (Cocoa) - Sem açúcar (Unsweetened) Each formulation is shelf-stable and packaged in 1-liter sustainable cartons with low environmental impact. ## Specialisation and Core USP Cuíca stands out in Brazil’s competitive beverage industry through: - Single-origin sourcing of Brazil nuts directly from Amazonian cooperatives - Clean label ingredients, with no additives, emulsifiers, or artificial fortification - Regenerative supply chain, focused on supporting biodiversity and indigenous communities - High nutritional value, including 350 mcg of selenium per serving — one of the richest plant-based sources globally The company uses minimal processing, and each bottle contains around seven whole Brazil nuts, preserving nutrients and natural fats. ## Financials - Funding: Cuíca raised pre-seed capital from Brazilian impact investors and was accelerated through the Climate Ventures’ Amazônia em Casa, Floresta em Pé program - Revenue: Estimated under R$ 1 million annually (early growth phase) - Unit Economics: Premium pricing between R$ 19.90–24.90 per liter, reflecting ethical sourcing and nutritional density - Retail Presence: Products sold online and in premium supermarkets like Zona Sul and Natural da Terra ## Shipments and Trade Data - Domestic Distribution: Currently focused on São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro via DTC e-commerce and regional retailers - Export Status: Not actively exporting as of 2024, though international interest is growing, particularly from European vegan distributors - Supply Chain: Sourcing from cooperatives in Acre and Amazonas, ensuring Fair Trade-like practices ## Target Market Cuíca targets: - Health-conscious consumers, including lactose-intolerant and vegan individuals - Affluent urban buyers in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília - Retailers and boutique health stores focused on organic and clean-label offerings - Nutritionists and wellness professionals promoting plant-based lifestyles - Sustainability-oriented buyers interested in rainforest conservation ## Capabilities - In-house R&D led by food scientists specializing in functional beverages - Partnered production facilities with cold-fill and aseptic technology - Logistics partnerships for urban last-mile delivery in São Paulo - Educational content and nutrition awareness campaigns via social media - Certified B2B supplier for cafes and smoothie bars ## Certifications and Compliance Records - ANVISA-compliant manufacturing - Pending organic certification - Compliant with Brazilian food labeling transparency laws - Participates in Climate Ventures and UN Global Compact Brazil ## Customer Testimonials > “Cuíca is the only plant-based milk I’ve found that tastes like real food. Clean, nutritious, and ethical.” > — Fernanda Lima, Consumer & Nutritionist, São Paulo > “I switched from almond milk to Cuíca because of its sustainability and flavor. The selenium content is a huge bonus.” > — Ricardo Santos, Wellness Blogger ## Major Achievements - Pioneered the Brazil nut milk category in the Brazilian market - Selected for the Amazônia em Casa accelerator, focused on sustainable forest economies - Recognized by FoodTech Movement Brasil as a rising startup in natural beverages - Featured in Exame, Projeto Draft, and GreenTech Latin America - Reached 10,000+ customers through DTC and pop-up market channels in 2023 - Donates a portion of profits to reforestation and indigenous support programs