Acai – A berry with a tropical flair

Do you sometimes feel like your everyday life is lacking a touch of exoticism? You reach for the same drinks every morning, but they no longer bring variety—everything seems bland and ordinary. Perhaps you're longing for something new to enrich your day with a tropical feeling, but the search for something truly special can be exhausting. The acai berry could be just what you're looking for. Get to know this exotic fruit, whose origins and flavor captivate you.

The origin and exoticism of the acai berry

The acai berry, scientifically known as Euterpe oleracea, grows on acai palm trees in the Amazon rainforest, primarily in Brazil, Peru, and Colombia. The small, dark purple berries hang in dense clusters on the palm trees and have been a staple food of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon for centuries. The name "acai" comes from the Tupi language and means "fruit that releases water" because of the berries' very juicy properties. Today, acai is known and loved worldwide, especially for its unique flavor and vibrant color.

Exciting facts about the acai berry

The acai berry has several impressive properties that make it special: Tropical flavor: Acai has a fruity, slightly tart aroma with notes of berries and a hint of cacao—a taste reminiscent of the rainforest. Cultural significance: In the Amazon region, acai is traditionally made into a thick paste and served with cassava or fish; it is an important part of the local diet. Natural ingredients: Acai naturally contains anthocyanins, which are responsible for its purple color, as well as various vitamins and minerals that make it an interesting dietary ingredient. Harvesting tradition: The berries are harvested by hand, often by climbers who scale palm trees up to 20 meters high—a laborious process that underscores the appreciation of acai.

Acai in our products

Discover the acai berry in our “Super Sipp,” which offers you an exotic taste experience.

Super Sipp: Combines the fruity, slightly tart note of the acai berry with a powerful blend of barley grass, wheatgrass, spirulina and other superfoods for a refreshing, tropical aroma.