Döhler Invests in Nukoko to Scale “World’s First” Cocoa-Free Chocolate From Fava Beans

Döhler, a leading ingredients company, has partnered with UK-based startup Nukoko to scale the production of the "world's first" cocoa-free chocolate from fava beans. This collaboration aims to address challenges in the cocoa industry, such as rising prices and environmental impacts, by offering a sustainable alternative to traditional chocolate. With Döhler's support, Nukoko plans to transition from pilot-scale to industrial-scale production by 2025, utilizing fermentation technology to increase output efficiently.

Nukoko's fermentation process mimics traditional cocoa fermentation, creating chocolate flavors from fava beans while reducing carbon emissions by up to 90% compared to traditional cocoa-based products. The chocolate alternative not only offers sustainability but also behaves like traditional chocolate, making it suitable for various applications in the food industry. With the support of Döhler, Nukoko aims to achieve industrial-scale production and bring its innovative product to the market.