Cup.A.Cino, the student‑founded café brand from University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOW Malaysia), has recently launched the Duckweed Series — a pioneering protein‑infused beverage line — through a strategic partnership with plant‑based nutrition leader Zanadu.
The Duckweed Series is powered by Zanadu’s duckweed protein powder, a nutrient‑dense and sustainable plant source. By blending café favourites with functional nutrition, Cup.A.Cino introduces:
- Mocha Duckweed
- Strawberry Duckweed Matcha
- Raspberry Chocolate Duckweed
Zanadu’s involvement goes beyond supplying protein powder. As a plant‑based innovation partner, Zanadu brings breakthrough ingredient technology through duckweed protein, a sustainable and nutrient‑dense base. Their functional nutrition expertise ensures the beverages deliver tangible benefits in energy, focus, and recovery, while their industry credibility elevates Cup.A.Cino’s student‑led concept into a commercially viable foodservice launch.
Zanadu in Malaysia is a plant‑based nutrition company best known for its Lemna (duckweed) protein range — marketed as clean, sustainable, and inclusive nutrition. It positions itself as a functional ingredient innovator, supplying vegan, halal‑certified, and diabetic‑friendly protein powders for energy, recovery, and everyday health.
In Thailand, duckweed — popularly known as wolffia — is being positioned as the next growth engine for sustainable food and nutrition innovation, while in Malaysia the movement is still at an early stage.
