Mango and Passion Fruit Sorbet: Combination with Açaí

April 15, 2025

Categorias: Padrão EN

If you work with açaí or want to bring something new to your menu, combining mango or passion fruit cream with açaí — served in a swirled presentation — is an excellent choice. This tropical mix delivers a striking contrast between the sweetness of mango and the tartness of passion fruit, offering a unique and delicious experience for your customers.

Açaí is already a favorite thanks to its unmistakable flavor and health benefits. But when paired with natural flavors like mango and passion fruit, it becomes even more appealing. The mango sorbet adds a smooth, sweet touch, while the passion fruit brings a refreshing acidity. Together, they balance the taste of açaí and make the product even more attractive.

Beyond the flavor, this combination also stands out visually. The deep purple of the açaí, the vibrant orange of the mango, and the bright yellow of the passion fruit create a colorful and irresistible presentation — perfect for cups or bowls, social media posts, and your menu.

Another great advantage is versatility: since the creams are served separately, you can assemble the product in various ways. You can create layers, serve the flavors side by side, or mix them all together, delivering a creative look and a personalized experience for each customer.

Light and refreshing, mango and passion fruit creams are ideal for warm days or for those looking for a healthier yet flavorful option. And because they pair so well with açaí, they please both longtime fans and first-time tasters.

Adding this combination to your menu is a simple and effective way to innovate, attract new customers, and boost sales. It’s a tasty, beautiful, and versatile offering that adds real value to your business.

At Açaí Town, we are always committed to delivering high-quality products and combinations that enhance the best of açaí. Our creams are made with carefully selected ingredients, with attention to flavor, texture, and presentation. Want to include this new option in your business or have questions? Contact us. We’re here to help you offer the very best.

Private Label Açaí Berry

April 3, 2025

Categorias: Padrão EN

The famous “Açaí Berry fruit preparation” has been gaining popularity both as a dessert and as a pre- or post-workout option. For those looking to invest in this segment, having a private label product can be a highly advantageous strategy without the need to invest in a production facility.

The Private Label model allows companies and entrepreneurs to market products with their own branding without manufacturing them. In the case of açaí, this solution becomes even more appealing, as production in Brazil ensures that the exported product arrives at its destination with quality and efficiency.

How Does the Private Label Process Work?

The Private Label model simplifies entry into the açaí market, enabling brands to create their own products without dealing with production challenges. The process can be summarized in five main steps:

1. Product Selection:

The first step is choosing which sorbet flavors will be offered. Available options include traditional açaí, zero-sugar açaí, pitaya, cupuaçu, graviola, and other combinations.

2. Packaging Customization

After selecting the product, the packaging is customized with the brand’s visual identity. The design is adjusted using the client’s vector file, ensuring differentiation in the market.

3. Production and Packaging

Our production follows the sanitary regulations in Brazil, and we undergo rigorous annual audits to obtain the ANVISA certificate, which allows us to manufacture our sorbet. We also hold the FDA certificate.

4. Minimum Order Requirement

To make Private Label production feasible, a minimum order is required. This step ensures the efficiency and economic viability of the operation.

5. Delivery and Distribution

Once production is complete, the products are shipped ready for sale. The entire storage and transportation process is structured to ensure the product reaches its final destination while preserving its characteristics.

Why Choose Açaí Town for Your Private Label?

Choosing a reliable supplier is crucial for success in the açaí market. Açaí Town stands out as an industry leader, offering a complete and customized service. Some key advantages include:

Specialized customer service: Each export undergoes a detailed customer service process to understand the client’s needs. We offer both white label (unbranded) and fully customized Private Label solutions.
Full customization: Beyond packaging, we can adapt formulations to match the brand’s market positioning.
Simplified processes: Açaí Town handles everything—from manufacturing to delivery—allowing clients to focus solely on selling the product.
Commitment to sustainability: We work with environmentally responsible suppliers to ensure sustainable sourcing of açaí.
Experience and credibility: With years of experience in the market, Açaí Town has industry expertise, ensuring reliable service and high-quality products.
Full traceability: Our rigorous quality control ensures compliance with all production and exportation stages.

By choosing Açaí Town’s Private Label model, brands and entrepreneurs can enter the açaí market with a premium, differentiated product. Whether starting a new business or expanding an existing one, this is the perfect solution!

National Fruit Brazil: Açaí and Cupuaçu

February 28, 2025

Categorias: Padrão EN

Brazil is home to one of the richest biodiversities in the world, and among its many native treasures, two stand out as symbols of the Amazon: açaí and cupuaçu. These fruits are not only part of the local culture but have also gained international recognition due to their unique flavors and nutritional benefits.

Açaí is a small purple fruit that grows in clusters on the açaí palm tree. Traditionally consumed by Amazonian communities, it has become a global sensation due to its high antioxidant content, healthy fats, and energizing properties. After harvesting, the fruit is processed into a thick and creamy pulp, which serves as the base for popular açaí bowls and smoothies.

Although widely enjoyed as a sorbet mixed with guaraná (another Amazonian fruit) and topped with granola, fruit, and honey, in northern Brazil, açaí is traditionally served in a savory way, accompanied by fish or manioc flour. Regardless of how it is prepared, açaí stands out for its nutritional value and refreshing taste.

A close relative of cocoa, cupuaçu is another exotic fruit from the Amazon rainforest. It has a creamy texture and a distinctive tropical flavor that blends citrusy notes with a subtle hint of chocolate. Rich in vitamins A, B, and C, as well as essential minerals like calcium and magnesium, it is a true functional food.

Cupuaçu pulp is often used to make juices and desserts, but globally, its most common form of consumption is as a water-based sorbet, similar to açaí. Unlike traditional ice creams, “Cupuaçu Cream” is another alternative, featuring a slightly tangy, eccentric flavor that pairs deliciously—even with açaí sorbet—creating a perfect balance of flavors. Açaí brings an intense, fruity taste, while cupuaçu adds creaminess and tropical freshness.

Gaining ground in the global market, cupuaçu sorbet has become one of our top bets for export, ranking just behind açaí and winning the hearts of food service businesses that specialize in sorbets.

Here at Açaí Town, we bring you the authentic taste of these Amazonian fruits, ensuring high-quality products that preserve their natural essence. Get in touch with us and discover how we can bring this unique experience to you!

How to import Açaí from Brazil

November 9, 2024

Categorias: Padrão EN

Have you ever thought about offering the authentic taste of Brazilian açaí in your country? Açaí Town is ready to help you achieve that goal by providing a clear, safe, and efficient import process. We know that each market has its particularities, which is why we have structured a complete step-by-step process to ensure that our products reach you in the most practical and agile way possible.

How the import process for our sorbets and açaí-based products works, from the initial contact to the arrival of the order at its destination:

Initial Contact: This first contact marks the beginning of the entire export process, where the lead will clarify all their doubts, and Açaí Town will understand the future client’s needs. We’ll discuss the packaging size, order volume, shipping method (air or sea), and other relevant details. During this phase, we will also send a sample to the lead so they can experience Açaí Town’s products.
Product Demonstration and Feedback: The customer tests the product and provides feedback on their experience.
Consultation with Customs Broker: After receiving the sample, and if the customer is interested in placing a commercial order, we work with the client to gather information about the laws and regulations in their country (permitted ingredients, necessary documentation, allowed packaging types, etc.). This step is crucial in the export process, and we always recommend that clients consult an Export Consultant or Customs Agent in their country who is familiar with the customs clearance process and can inform them about the required documentation for picking up the goods from customs.
Choosing Packaging and Quantity: The customer chooses between Private Label, White Label, or using Açaí Town’s brand, as well as the size of the packaging. At this stage, the desired quantity and sorbet flavors to be imported are also defined.
Creation of Communication Group: In this step, the customer gains access to a direct communication group with Açaí Town’s export team. This team includes the Marketing and Design Department, Production Manager, Export Consultants, and Finance Department. This ensures the customer is always updated about their order.
Quotation and Payment: Based on the order volume, packaging type, and shipping method, we prepare a quote for the customer. Once the quote is approved and payment is made, we notify the customer of the production start date, as well as the estimated production and shipping completion times.
Invoice and Documentation: Once the choices are confirmed, we issue the invoice and packing list. We also initiate the necessary processes to obtain the Certificate of Origin (CVLEA), which is required to confirm that the product is suitable for human consumption. If any additional documents or certificates are needed, Açaí Town is ready to issue them.
Shipping and Tracking: The customs broker arranges the shipment to the destination. If the shipping method is by sea, we load the refrigerated container at Açaí Town’s factory, which will be sent to the Port of Santos and then on to the destination country. A thermometer is placed in the container to monitor the temperature throughout the journey. If the shipping method is by air, the goods are sent to São Paulo’s Guarulhos International Airport, where the customs broker prepares the shipment with Styrofoam and dry ice to maintain the proper storage temperature throughout transport. In both shipping methods, the customs broker sends Açaí Town and the customer all transportation details, allowing both parties to track the shipment’s progress.
Customs Clearance: The final step in the export process is when the customer takes responsibility for clearing the goods through customs in the importing country. With the necessary documents and the knowledge gained at the start of the export process, they are prepared to follow their country’s fiscal procedures and collect their shipment.

Bringing the unique flavor of Brazilian açaí to your market has never been easier!

At Açaí Town, our team works through every stage of the process, ensuring you have the best experience with support and transparency from start to finish. We are committed to delivering the quality and freshness our products require, along with personalized support to make the process as smooth as possible. Contact Açaí Town and take the first step toward importing this tropical delight!

Pitaya Sorbet: Export Potential and Its Benefits for the Market

October 22, 2024

Categorias: Padrão EN

Pitaya sorbet is a versatile product that can be used in smoothies, shakes, as a refreshing dessert, and even as a pre- and post-workout option. At Açaí Town, our pitaya sorbet is flavored with passion fruit, giving it a unique taste that enhances the refreshing qualities of the fruit, elevating the overall tasting experience.

Known for its vibrant color and exotic flavor, it has won the hearts of consumers. This product not only provides a refreshing experience but also offers a range of health benefits, making it an excellent choice for those looking to diversify their product portfolio. However, the viability of exporting pitaya sorbet goes beyond its taste—it involves strategic and quality-related factors.

Exporting pitaya sorbet can be a promising opportunity, especially in markets that value natural and healthy products. With the growing demand for vegan and gluten-free options, sorbet stands out as an attractive alternative. To ensure the product arrives in perfect condition to international consumers, it is essential to maintain quality and texture throughout the export process.

The ideal texture of sorbet should be smooth, creamy, and easy to serve. If the consistency is not as desired, the product may lose its appeal. A sorbet that is too hard can be difficult to consume, while one that is too liquid can appear diluted and less appetizing. Therefore, understanding how to preserve the perfect texture during transportation is crucial for successful exportation.

Some critical factors for exporting pitaya sorbet include:

Proper formulation: The correct ratio of pitaya, sugar, and stabilizers is essential to ensure the product’s texture and stability.
Storage conditions: Maintaining the ideal temperature is crucial to prevent ice crystal formation and to keep the texture smooth.
Appropriate packaging: Packaging that protects the sorbet from temperature fluctuations and impact is vital for preserving quality during transport.

Resellers looking to expand their operations into the international market should consider exporting pitaya sorbet as an innovative strategy. The global demand for natural, high-quality products offers a unique opportunity to stand out from the competition. Investing in the quality of the sorbet not only attracts consumers but also builds loyalty among customers seeking distinctive experiences.

Issues such as crystallized texture or flavor changes can occur due to transportation and storage failures. Therefore, ensuring that pitaya sorbet maintains its ideal characteristics from production to delivery is crucial for success.

At Açaí Town, we are committed to providing a superior pitaya sorbet, ideal for the international market. If you are interested in exploring export possibilities and believe our product can add value to your business, please contact us to request a sample and discover how we can help take your venture to new heights.

Açaí Texture: The Right Consistency and Its Importance for Resale

October 14, 2024

Categorias: Padrão EN

Açaí is one of the most popular products in Brazil and has gained international recognition, appreciated for its unique flavor and health benefits. However, ensuring a satisfactory consumer experience depends on more than just taste—the texture of açaí is a crucial factor, especially for resellers.

The ideal açaí texture is essential for providing the desired creaminess and sensory experience. If the right texture is not achieved, consumers may become frustrated, damaging the reseller’s reputation. Therefore, understanding and offering açaí with the perfect texture is a competitive advantage.

The ideal texture should be creamy, consistent, and smooth. If it is too liquid, it appears diluted; if it is too thick, it makes consumption difficult. The right texture facilitates both handling (such as scooping or serving in cups with toppings) and consumption, ensuring that the açaí reaches the customer in perfect condition.

To achieve the perfect texture, several factors are essential:

Polpa to water ratio: There must be a precise balance to prevent the açaí from becoming too watery or too hard.

Storage temperature: Keeping açaí at the ideal temperature is crucial to prevent ice crystals from forming.

Processing method: An inadequate process can result in liquid separation (decanting) and a granular texture, compromising quality.

Resellers who understand the importance of texture ensure customer satisfaction and business success. Products with improper texture can lead to complaints, unwanted thawing, and loss of customers. On the other hand, açaí with the perfect texture builds customer loyalty and stands out from the competition.

Issues like crystallized texture, ice formation, or decanting occur due to handling and production failures. The right texture should be achieved within a few seconds after thawing begins, allowing it to be easily scooped and served.

At Açaí Town, we offer açaí with the best texture and quality, ensuring a superior experience for both resellers and consumers. If you believe our açaí can add value to your business, get in touch to request a sample and find out how we can help revitalize your company.

Açaí Thawed: What to Do?

October 9, 2024

Categorias: Padrão EN

Açaí is known for its creamy texture, distinctive flavor, and high nutritional value. However, both consumers and vendors face a common challenge: thawing açaí. Since it is water-based, açaí can undergo separation and consistency changes when it thaws, a process known as “decantation.” This directly affects the consumption experience, making the product less attractive and potentially compromising its nutritional quality, as some nutrients are sensitive to temperature changes.

Several reasons can cause açaí to thaw, including storage failures, inadequate freezer temperatures, improper transportation, and handling in unsuitable containers. When this happens, it’s crucial to take quick measures to minimize negative impacts:

Refrigerate immediately: Placing açaí in a suitable refrigerator can slow the thawing effects.

Check the quality: Before consuming or reselling, observe the product’s appearance and texture. If it is significantly altered, it may not be safe or pleasant to consume.

Avoid refreezing: Refreezing açaí can result in ice crystals, compromising its flavor and texture. Ideally, consume the product within its shelf life and in the best condition.

Dealing with thawed açaí is a situation that can occur, but by following these measures, you can preserve the product’s quality as much as possible. At home, for example, it is recommended to thaw only the amount that will be consumed, keeping the rest properly stored to avoid waste.

Our recipe has been carefully developed to ensure a perfect texture, offering vendors the best possible experience for their customers. Açaí requires care, which is why our company provides full support to answer questions and ensure you sell a product that is always of high quality. A “decanted” açaí does not align with our commitment to flavor and excellence.

If you believe our açaí can add value to your business, contact us to request a sample and see how we can help boost your company, ensuring your consumers receive the best product possible.

How Did the Cupuaçu Fruit Become a Powerful Sorbet?

October 4, 2024

Categorias: Padrão EN

We already know that cupuaçu sorbet is gaining popularity, especially due to its connection with açaí. Looking ahead, it’s easy to predict that cupuaçu will conquer global markets.

With its slightly tangy and exotic flavor, cupuaçu is an Amazonian fruit, domesticated through artificial selection by human intervention. Genomic analysis reveals that it is a domesticated variant of cupuí, from the same family as cacao, native to the Amazon biome. In Brazil, there are even recipes for “chocolate” made from cupuaçu.

While there is no definitive source indicating when cupuaçu first became a sorbet, its creamy and smooth texture, along with its intense flavor, makes it an obvious choice for such a product. The success and growth that cupuaçu sorbet has achieved have exceeded expectations.

Beyond its delicious taste, cupuaçu offers various health benefits: it boosts the immune system, stimulates the body’s defenses, and acts as a diuretic. The combination of açaí and cupuaçu is also a perfect match, resulting in a product that is both tasty and healthy, with great potential to stand out in international markets.

If you think cupuaçu can make a difference in your business, contact Açaí Town to request a sample and give your enterprise a fresh boost.

Can Babies or Children Consume Açaí?

Categorias: Padrão EN

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is about the appropriate age for babies to start consuming açaí, the sorbet often associated with healthy consumption due to its antioxidant properties and other nutritional benefits. However, questions often arise when it comes to introducing foods to babies and understanding what can or cannot be offered.

To clarify this matter, we consulted our nutritionist, Mariane Módena, who has the expertise to answer with authority. According to Mariane, infant food introduction typically starts after the 6th month of age, and the Brazilian Society of Pediatrics recommends that children should not consume sugar until they are 2 years old. This can be challenging, as most traditional açaí recipes contain sugar.

Açaí Town already offers a Sugar-Free Açaí line, developed to meet the needs of people with sugar restrictions. This sugar-free option is also an excellent and safe choice for children from 6 months onwards. To enhance the flavor, it can be combined with natural fruits such as bananas, raisins, or mangoes.

Açaí is a healthy option, and for children who can already consume sugar, it can be a great addition to their diet, as the fruit is rich in proteins, lipids, and essential vitamins for growth.

How to Create a Menu for an Açaí Shop: Essential Tips for a Successful Menu

September 23, 2024

Categorias: Padrão EN

Creating a menu for an açaí shop is a crucial step in attracting and retaining customers. A good menu not only presents the available products but also reflects the brand identity and offers a unique gastronomic experience.

Açaí Town elevates this expertise, as we are also shop owners and have one of the most recognized stores in the interior of São Paulo, known for the success of our açaí bowls and exceptional customer service. Based on this experience, here are some essential tips for creating an irresistible menu for your açaí shop:

Know Your Target Audience
Before drafting your menu, it’s important to understand who your customers are. Açaí appeals to diverse groups, both in Brazil and abroad. Are they young people, athletes, families, sweet lovers, or a more varied audience? Knowing your consumer profile will help define which types of açaí and toppings should be included in your menu.
Offer Variety
Diversify the açaí options to cater to different tastes and nutritional needs:

Traditional Açaí: The classic with guaraná.
Sugar-Free Açaí: For those with sugar restrictions.
Cupuaçu: A water-based sorbet from an Amazonian fruit that pairs well with açaí and offers several benefits.
Pitaya: Another water-based sorbet offered by Açaí Town, refreshing and perfect to combine with açaí.

Include Portion Sizes
Offering different portion sizes is a great way to appeal to both those looking for a quick snack and those wanting a complete meal.
Offer Diverse Toppings
Toppings are the standout feature of an açaí shop. Include options that cater to all tastes:

Fresh Fruits: Strawberry, kiwi, and mango are popular choices.
Grains and Seeds: Granola, chia, flaxseed, and oats for a healthier option.
Sweets: Honey, condensed milk, peanut brittle, and mousses.
Sorbet Options: Cupuaçu and pitaya can also be used as fillings.

Highlight Nutritional Benefits
Educate your customers about the benefits of consuming açaí. Include information in your menu about the nutritional properties of the fruit and the benefits your product offers.
Cater to Dietary Restrictions
Açaí is naturally vegan, which is a strong appeal. Other water-based sorbets, such as cupuaçu, soursop, and pitaya, also hold this appeal. Highlight sugar-free and lactose-free options to show care and attention to all dietary needs.
Explore Sorbet Options
Açaí can be used to create other menu options, such as açaí juice blended with orange or banana, açaí smoothie with yogurt and fruits, açaí milkshake with ice cream and banana, or even açaí juice mixed with cupuaçu.
Regularly Update the Menu
Revise the menu periodically to include new items and follow market trends. Seasonal promotions, such as the “Winter Menu,” “Açaí of the Day Special,” or the “Açaí Festival,” can also attract new customers.
Organize for Easy Navigation
Structure your menu logically. Start with traditional açaí, move on to gourmet options, then protein-based choices, and finish with toppings and additional beverages.

Creating a menu for an açaí shop requires creativity, knowledge of your audience, and attention to detail. A well-structured menu not only attracts customers but also offers a pleasant and memorable experience, encouraging them to return.