SOSV partner Zajac says cocoa-free chocolate startup Nukoko sells to Döhler in under three years

• SOSV management outlined Nukoko’s cocoa-free chocolate technology in an interview, highlighting a sale to ingredients group Döhler in under three years.
• The discussion framed the deal as an early acquisition in alternative chocolate, driven by cocoa supply risks and rising commodity price volatility.
• SOSV’s first investment in Nukoko in spring 2023 was described as a catalyst for faster scaling, added capital, strategic guidance.
• Nukoko’s strategy emphasized a capital-light model, outsourcing scale-up to Döhler to avoid heavy manufacturing investment.
• Production scale-up progressed to 4,500-liter tanks, positioning the technology for broader commercial rollout through Döhler’s platform.

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