Interest in “beanless” coffee is rising, but it poses no threat
“Beanless coffee” – made by synthesising or extracting compounds from other plant-based sources that mimic the flavour and aroma of real coffee – is attracting attention from consumers and investors alike.
The US’ Atomo raised US$7.8mn in January 2025 to expand international café collaborations and recently launched in the UK. Brands like Minus, Voyage Foods, Prefer, and Compound Foods have seen similar levels of success.
Beanless coffee brands largely position their products as a sustaina… read more