Cuíca Makes Plant-Based, Dairy-Free Chestnut Milk
Laura McQuarrie — May 30, 2025 — Lifestyle
References: b2brazil & greenqueen.hk
Options in the plant-based milk aisle continue to expand, and Cuíca is shaking things up with creamy new milk made from whole Brazilian chestnuts. This innovation from the food tech startup based in São Paulo is made with just chestnuts, water, sugar and salt, and a barista edition is also available.
This nutritious nut is a source of minerals and vitamins, and they're collected from the Amazon rainforest via extractivism, a process that supports people from the forest and mitigates the impacts of resource extraction.
Taste-wise, the chestnut-based milk alternative beverage is said to be smooth, slightly sweet, and comparable to of a mixture of almonds and coconut. This versatile formula can be enjoyed at room temperature, hot, cold, with coffee, cereals, and in sweet and savory recipes.
This nutritious nut is a source of minerals and vitamins, and they're collected from the Amazon rainforest via extractivism, a process that supports people from the forest and mitigates the impacts of resource extraction.
Taste-wise, the chestnut-based milk alternative beverage is said to be smooth, slightly sweet, and comparable to of a mixture of almonds and coconut. This versatile formula can be enjoyed at room temperature, hot, cold, with coffee, cereals, and in sweet and savory recipes.
Trend Themes
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Sustainable Nut-based Alternatives — Chestnut milk introduces a sustainable option in plant-based beverages by utilizing minimally processed ingredients and supporting extractivism practices.
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Ethically-sourced Ingredients — Sourcing chestnuts from the Amazon rainforest through ethical methods highlights a growing demand for transparency and sustainability in food production.
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Cultural Ingredient Innovation — Leveraging regional ingredients like Brazilian chestnuts taps into a trend of cultural authenticity and diversity in plant-based products.
Industry Implications
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Plant-based Foods — The development of chestnut-based milk alternatives captures the ongoing shift toward diverse and innovative plant-based food and beverage options.
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Sustainable Food Production — Utilizing extractivism to source ingredients highlights an opportunity for industries focused on sustainable food production and ethical sourcing practices.
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Specialty Beverages — Chestnut milk's unique flavor profile provides a novel addition to the specialty beverage market, catering to coffee enthusiasts and gourmet consumers.
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