Labae mushroom coffee
"LaBae Mushroom Coffee is a functional beverage designed for modern consumers seeking a healthier alternative to traditional coffee. By combining premium coffee with nutrient-rich edible mushrooms, the product provides natural energy, improved focus, and immune-support benefits while maintaining the familiar taste of coffee. The solution addresses two key challenges: the growing demand for healthy functional beverages and the limited market opportunities for small-scale mushroom farmers. By sourcing mushrooms directly from local farmers and converting them into value-added products, the startup creates sustainable income opportunities while delivering innovative health-focused food products to the market."
Website : https://chefbae.in/
Current Status: Beta launched
Business Model: B2C
Product Description
"LaBae Mushroom Coffee is an innovative functional beverage developed by Chefbae Mushroom Products Pvt Ltd, an agri-food startup based in Kerala, India. The product blends high-quality coffee with carefully processed edible mushrooms such as oyster mushroom and lion’s mane to create a nutritious and low-caffeine coffee alternative.
The formulation is designed to support energy, mental clarity, and overall wellness while retaining the traditional coffee flavor preferred by consumers. The mushrooms used in the product are sourced from a network of local farmers who receive training and technical guidance through institutions such as Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) and rural development initiatives.
Through this model, the company promotes sustainable agriculture, farmer empowerment, and the development of innovative mushroom-based functional food products under the LaBae brand."
