Exhibitor Profile

Born Maverick Food Innovation Ltd

"Born Maverick is pioneering the future of chocolate. Through our flagship platform, Betta Choc™, we’ve created the world’s first fermented, plant-based cocoa alternative that replicates the sensory and emotional satisfaction of chocolate — while eliminating the sustainability, labor, and allergen concerns linked to traditional cocoa supply chains. At the heart of our innovation is a proprietary solid-state fermentation process powered by a unique microbial culture. This allows us to unlock complex flavor precursors and mood-enhancing compounds naturally — including theobromine, a key element of chocolate’s “feel-good” effect, which no other cocoa alternative on the market currently retains. Our formulation upcycles nutrient-dense ingredients that are often discarded, minimizing food waste and maximizing health benefits. With our clean-label, gut-friendly approach, we are not only tackling indulgence but transforming it — delivering functional nutrition through every bite. Born Maverick collaborates with leading academic and biotech institutions across the UK and EU, and is actively building a global IP portfolio in functional foods and fermented legume platforms beyond chocolate. Our mission is bold but clear: to become the global leader in sustainable chocolate innovation — and beyond — by reshaping what indulgence means for the planet and its people."