Dacoff, an innovative and eco-friendly beverage crafted from upcycled date seeds, was featured at the FHA–Food & Beverage 2025 event in April 2025. Designed to offer a coffee-like experience without using actual coffee beans, this refreshing drink delivers rich flavours reminiscent of coffee.
The unique taste of Dacoff comes from repurposed date seeds, which would otherwise be discarded during date processing. Ahmad Tamar Sdn Bhd, a leading date supplier in Malaysia, developed this sustainable concept to give new life to these often-overlooked by-products, turning them into a flavourful and environmentally conscious alternative.
As coffee bean prices continue to rise, interest in bean-less coffee as an alternative is growing. However, the biggest challenge remains how to craft a beverage that successfully replicates the familiar taste of coffee.
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