Melitas Ventures

Melitas Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm, founded in 2017, that invests in early-stage food and beverage companies across the value chain, with a focus on better-for-you products.

Jacques Antebi

Partner

Alex Malamatinas

Founder and Managing Partner

Alex Malamatinas

Founder and Managing Partner

Michael Steib

Partner

Past deals in Beverages

Roar Organic

Venture Round in 2023
Roar Organic is a beverage company that produces electrolyte-infused hydration drinks. The products are organic, low-calorie sports beverages built on a proprietary coconut water base, with added B vitamins and antioxidants, and they are free from artificial sweeteners and preservatives. The line is available in flavors such as cucumber watermelon, mango clementine, blueberry açaí, and Georgia peach, each containing 3 grams of sugar or less per bottle. These drinks are designed to support athletes with hydration and sustained energy.

Lemon Perfect

Series A in 2022
Lemon Perfect is a beverage company that makes zero-sugar, cold-pressed lemon water with no artificial flavors or sweeteners. The drink provides electrolytes from potassium and vitamin C to support hydration and health, offering a convenient, refreshing option for hydration anytime. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Mud\Wtr

Series A in 2021
Mud\Wtr is a producer of organic beverages focused on providing health-conscious alternatives to traditional coffee. The company offers a unique blend of ingredients, including adaptogenic mushrooms like reishi, lion's mane, and cordyceps, combined with cacao, chia, turmeric, cinnamon, and sea salt. These formulations aim to deliver energy, enhance focus, and support immune health without the jitters or crashes often associated with caffeine. Mud\Wtr is committed to promoting healthy minds through the establishment of beneficial habits, positioning itself as a suitable choice for consumers seeking natural beverage options that support overall well-being.

MatchaBar

Venture Round in 2020
MatchaBar LLC, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, is a family-owned business specializing in matcha, an antioxidant-rich green tea. The company operates cafes that serve matcha-based drinks and offers ready-to-drink beverages both online and in local markets and grocery stores. MatchaBar's mission is to provide high-quality matcha products, enhancing focus, energy, and alertness through their stone-ground powder derived from the first harvest of green tea crops. The company supplies its beverages to various cafes and offers a range of tins, kits, and gear for tea enthusiasts.

Kin Euphorics

Venture Round in 2019
Kin Euphorics produces a non-alcoholic beverage crafted from nootropics for mental focus, adaptogens for stress balance, and botanicals for replenishment. Based in New York since its founding in 2017.

Minna Sparkling Tea

Seed Round in 2019
Minna LLC, founded in 2018 and based in New York, specializes in manufacturing and retailing organic, unsweetened, and lightly brewed sparkling tea. The company offers a range of zero-calorie beverages that serve as an alternative to flavored sparkling water, featuring flavors such as Tropical Green Tea, Lime Hibiscus Tea, Citrus Black Tea, vibrant pineapple, aromatic passion fruit, juicy mango, and ruby-red hibiscus. Minna's products are crafted using organic ingredients, without any sugars or added sweeteners, ensuring a healthy beverage option for consumers. The sparkling teas are available for purchase through the company's website and on Amazon, reflecting their commitment to providing trustworthy and enjoyable beverages.
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