Kerry Ingredients (M) Sdn Bhd - Syrups, Sauces | Melbourne International COFFEE EXPO (MICE) 2025
Exhibiting at Melbourne International COFFEE EXPO (MICE) 2025
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
20 Mar - 22 Mar, 2025
Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Groceries, Bakery Products, Food Additives and Ingredients, Sugar, Beverages, Sweeteners & Extracts, Condiments and Sauces, Bakery Tools, Syrups, Tools and Equipments, Baking Ingredients, Flavours, Food Service Supplies
Products:
Syrups: Classic Syrups, True-to-Fruit Syrups, Other Syrups
Sauces: Various Flavored Sauces
Fruit Mixes: Various Fruit Mixes
Beverage Powder Mixes: Various Beverage Powder Mixes
Beverage Bases: Various Beverage Bases
Concentrates: Lemonade Base, Black Tea Concentrate
Product Gallery:
Product Categories
Groceries
Bakery Products
Food Additives and Ingredients
Sugar
Beverages
Sweeteners & Extracts
Condiments and Sauces
Bakery Tools
Syrups
Tools and Equipments
Baking Ingredients
Flavours
Food Service Supplies
Available Products
Classic Syrups
True-to-Fruit Syrups
Other Syrups
Various Flavored Sauces
Various Fruit Mixes
Various Beverage Powder Mixes
Various Beverage Bases
Lemonade Base
Black Tea Concentrate
DaVinci Gourmet is a globally recognized beverage solutions brand, offering an extensive portfolio of premium syrups, sauces, fruit mixes, and beverage bases. Originally founded in Seattle in 1989 and now operating under the ownership of Kerry Group, DaVinci Gourmet serves a vast clientele across the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa (APMEA) region, as well as North America, Europe, and Latin America. The brand is known for its innovation, culinary craftsmanship, and deep integration with foodservice and specialty beverage businesses.
Company Overview and Business Model
DaVinci Gourmet operates as both a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality flavor solutions for beverages and culinary applications. The company specializes in enabling baristas, mixologists, and chefs to create customized, signature drinks and desserts using professionally crafted syrups, sauces, and concentrates.
Operating under Kerry Group's global flavor and nutrition platform, DaVinci leverages extensive R&D and sensory expertise to serve global and regional trends.
Product Categories
DaVinci Gourmet’s diverse range of products includes:
1. Syrups
Classic Syrups – Traditional flavors like vanilla, caramel, hazelnut, and chocolate.
True-to-Fruit Syrups – Made with real fruit juice and purée to deliver authentic fruit flavors.
Other Syrups – Includes floral, spice, herbal, and holiday-specific varieties.
2. Sauces
Rich, indulgent sauces used in beverages and desserts, such as chocolate, caramel, and white chocolate, optimized for hot and cold applications.
3. Fruit Mixes
Ready-to-use blends designed for smoothies, iced teas, and refreshing summer beverages. These mixes retain fruit pulp and texture for an authentic drinking experience.
4. Beverage Powder Mixes
Specialized powdered bases for frappes, lattes, and milk teas, allowing for consistent flavor, texture, and foam quality across multiple servings.
5. Beverage Bases
Customizable neutral or flavored bases intended to streamline high-volume café operations and support a broad range of recipes.
6. Concentrates
Includes popular bases like Lemonade and Black Tea Concentrate, commonly used in bubble tea shops, QSR chains, and café menus.
Unique Selling Proposition
Professional Formulation: Products are developed with baristas and chefs in mind, ensuring ease of use and superior compatibility with dairy, plant-based milk, and various brewing methods.
High Solubility and Stability: Syrups and powders perform well across temperature ranges, maintaining consistency in both iced and hot applications.
Trend Responsiveness: Regional innovation teams allow DaVinci Gourmet to launch flavors aligned with local cultural tastes and seasonal trends.
Training & Innovation Support: Offers recipe development, application training, and operational support to beverage retailers and QSR operators.
Global Presence and Target Markets
DaVinci Gourmet has a wide footprint across:
Cafés and Coffee Chains
Bubble Tea and Milk Tea Retailers
Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs)
Hotels and Hospitality
Foodservice Distributors and Culinary Schools
With a focus on the APMEA region, DaVinci is a leading flavor provider in countries such as:
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
Thailand
Malaysia
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
India
Australia
Its global reach is enabled by partnerships with regional distributors and its parent company's global logistics and warehousing infrastructure.
Capabilities
Under the Kerry Group umbrella, DaVinci Gourmet benefits from:
Global R&D resources and food science labs
In-market application chefs and barista educators
Supply chain efficiencies for large-scale QSR and foodservice operations
Digitally integrated ordering systems for wholesale clients
The brand also supports its clients through seasonal campaigns and trend reports that align with beverage innovation calendars.
Financial and Operational Scale
While DaVinci Gourmet's standalone financial data is not publicly disclosed, its parent company Kerry Group reported:
Revenue of €8.0 billion in FY2023
€876 million in trading profit
Extensive investment in foodservice, including DaVinci’s global expansion
DaVinci’s presence in over 60+ countries and product placement in major chains like Starbucks, Costa Coffee, and regional brands highlights its expansive market penetration.
Shipment and Export Records
DaVinci Gourmet products are actively distributed and exported from multiple Kerry manufacturing and blending facilities across:
Malaysia
China
Thailand
United States
United Kingdom
According to global shipment databases, DaVinci is a frequent exporter to the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Oceania, with logistics support through Kerry’s warehousing network and authorized distributors.
Certifications and Compliance
DaVinci products adhere to international food safety and quality standards, including:
ISO 22000
HACCP
Halal Certification (widely available in APMEA markets)
Kosher Certification (available on selected products)
Allergen labeling and plant-based certifications where applicable
These certifications are crucial for distribution in regulated markets and for meeting multinational café chain standards.
Customer Testimonials and Market Perception
DaVinci Gourmet is widely regarded by professionals for:
Consistency across batches and geographies
Ease of recipe integration
Speed of execution in high-volume environments
Balanced sweetness and bold flavor concentration
Training programs such as the DaVinci Gourmet Academy and global barista competitions further elevate brand perception and loyalty.
Achievements and Recognition
Global supplier for multiple QSR and coffee franchises
Recognized in 2023 as a Top Beverage Ingredient Brand in APMEA by Foodservice Asia Awards
Launch of zero-sugar and natural extract-based syrups to meet growing demand for clean-label and health-conscious offerings
Development of local fruit blends and authentic tea bases to compete with emerging local brands in Asia and the Middle East
