Jeany's Caribbean Elixirs
Jeany's Caribbean Elixirs is an artisanal Caribbean-inspired beverage brand. We are raising $10K to purchase a refrigerated cargo van!
Project Description
Jeany's Caribbean Elixirs is a premium Caribbean-inspired beverage brand. Our elixirs not only taste great but also offer health benefits to our customers. We are in a position to expand into specialty grocery stores, such as Whole Foods and Central Market, which is exciting!! You, our elixir family, have supported us from day one, and we are calling on your support once again.
UPDATE:
Our original funding goal was $30K. Due to generous offline donations from grants and angel investors, we have been able to change our goal to $10,000! Currently, we are right around the $7,000 mark in donations. All we need now is $3,000 in order to purchase a refrigerated, commercial cargo van to safely transport our beverages for deliveries!
The Problem
We started our brand in 2017, searching for fruit juices that reminded us of our grandmother's juice recipes from Grenada. Mama Lyris, our maternal grandmother, was the OG Master Herbalist in our family. Needless to say, we did not find anything on the market that stood up to her homemade juices. What we did find were tropical juices that were heat pasteurized, used syrups and powders, and tasted watered down. Those beverages may be in the "better for you" juice category, but frankly, they didn't taste that good.
The Solution? Drink Jeany's Caribbean Elixirs!!
Jeany's Caribbean Elixirs is the solution! Our elixirs feature:
Clean label with simple recipes
Contain functional ingredients focusing on anti-inflammation and anti-oxidant properties
Available without added sweeteners
Cold-pressed without heat pasteurization
Have been used for chronic health issues such as high blood pressure, chronic joint pain and digestion issues.
Impact to Date (since 2017)
Selling at three farmers markets in Austin TX
Sold in trendy, hip coffeehouses, restaurants and hotels such as Big Nonnas, Suga's Cakery, The Driskill, South Congress Hotel, Manana Coffeehouse, Bobo's Snack Bar.
2.3K followers on Instagram
3840 customers served in 2021
Featured in local news media such as Austin Woman Magazine, Austin Chronicle, Austin American Statesman and Fox 7 News.
Size of the Opportunity
US Refrigerated Juice Market – estimated at $660 Million (2021)
Suja -$67 Million annually
Use of Funds
We will be using the funds to purchase a refrigerated cargo van to safely transport our beverages during deliveries.
Team
Our team consists of our founder, Naijean, and our "Fab 5" part-time employees (Idali, Nick, Vonn, Ariana and Michelle).
Customer Testimonials
Don't just take our word, here is what our customers have to say!
Thank you so much for your support! We can't wait to show off our new cargo van in the Spring of 2022!
The Campaign FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
1) Yay for rewards!! When will I receive mine?
We will be shipping and/or hand-delivering your rewards starting on December 01, 2021. You will receive them well before the Christmas Holiday!
2) Not all of us live in Austin and we want to support too! What is the best way to do so?
For those customers who do not live in ATX, you can always make a monetary donation on our campaign page or select our Tea Time Reward which will consist of our Caribbean Hot Chocolate and Spice Tea blends, along with a mug.
3) A new cargo van? Refrigerated too! When will you buy it?
We will purchase the new cargo van in February 2022, right after tax season is underway. If you live locally, we would love for you to come and see it at one of our local farmers markets. For everyone else, we will be sure to post pictures on our website and social media pages!
4) I live outside of Austin and I really want to try these elixirs? Is there any way that you can ship them to me?
We are grateful to our customers, both locally and nationwide, for your support! Shipping during the pandemic has been challenging, especially for perishable products such as ours. If you are wanting to try our elixirs, please send an email to [email protected]. We can tell you how much it would cost to ship to your location via Next Day UPS.
Our Seasonal Sampler Pack features (6) 8-ounce bottles of flavors that are not currently available on our website.
Sample flavors include our Soursop Elixir (made from whole fruit and homemade vanilla extract), Strawberry Watermelon with Lavender and Peach Passion (Texas peaches with passion fruit) and three other crowd favorites, such as our Classic Ginger, Very Berry and Melon Breeze Elixirs.
Due to the costs of overnight shipping, this reward will be limited to those residing within the State of Texas.
This reward is for those who want to support, just because you care!
Let us set up a juice stand at your next event! Perfect for corporate events, family gatherings and weddings.
You will receive:
- Three (3) 2.5 gallon jugs of your favorite elixir (refrigerated and based on seasonal availability)
- One JCE staff member to serve and clean-up
- Disposable Greenware cups with lids (eco-friendly)
- Good Vibes Only!
Our alkaline VIP Custom Cleanse can be used for a variety of health concerns. The elixirs will use all-natural, organic and local (whenever possible) fruits, vegetables and herbs that are known for their medicinal properties. We start with an intake form to learn more about your goals, provide a complimentary taste testing, and then deliver your elixirs straight to your door.
16 oz bottles (glass), 3 bottles per day = 21 bottles
Our Tea Time kit features our cold weather flavors, such as Caribbean Hot Chocolate (featuring ingredients from Grenada such as raw cacao, bay leaves, nutmeg and cinnamon). Our Caribbean Spiced Herbal Tea also features Grenadian spices such as soursop leaves, lemongrass, cinnamon and bay leaves.
Our Tea Time kit is available nationwide for all supporters!
Get a head start on your New Years' Resolution! This reward is perfect for those who want to create change in their diet but don't have the time to pick up our elixirs from the farmers market or local coffeehouse.
Once a month, we will deliver (6) 12-ounce bottles to you. Our flavors freeze well and can be thawed and used at your leisure. Available both sweetened (with agave) or unsweet).
Flavors include:
- Classic Ginger
- Very Berry
- Melon Breeze
- Tamarindo with guava
- Hibiscus Spiced Ice Tea
- Cucumber Mint Limeade
Rewards
Our Seasonal Sampler Pack features (6) 8-ounce bottles of flavors that are not currently available on our website.
Sample flavors include our Soursop Elixir (made from whole fruit and homemade vanilla extract), Strawberry Watermelon with Lavender and Peach Passion (Texas peaches with passion fruit) and three other crowd favorites, such as our Classic Ginger, Very Berry and Melon Breeze Elixirs.
Due to the costs of overnight shipping, this reward will be limited to those residing within the State of Texas.
This reward is for those who want to support, just because you care!
Let us set up a juice stand at your next event! Perfect for corporate events, family gatherings and weddings.
You will receive:
- Three (3) 2.5 gallon jugs of your favorite elixir (refrigerated and based on seasonal availability)
- One JCE staff member to serve and clean-up
- Disposable Greenware cups with lids (eco-friendly)
- Good Vibes Only!
Our alkaline VIP Custom Cleanse can be used for a variety of health concerns. The elixirs will use all-natural, organic and local (whenever possible) fruits, vegetables and herbs that are known for their medicinal properties. We start with an intake form to learn more about your goals, provide a complimentary taste testing, and then deliver your elixirs straight to your door.
16 oz bottles (glass), 3 bottles per day = 21 bottles
Our Tea Time kit features our cold weather flavors, such as Caribbean Hot Chocolate (featuring ingredients from Grenada such as raw cacao, bay leaves, nutmeg and cinnamon). Our Caribbean Spiced Herbal Tea also features Grenadian spices such as soursop leaves, lemongrass, cinnamon and bay leaves.
Our Tea Time kit is available nationwide for all supporters!
Get a head start on your New Years' Resolution! This reward is perfect for those who want to create change in their diet but don't have the time to pick up our elixirs from the farmers market or local coffeehouse.
Once a month, we will deliver (6) 12-ounce bottles to you. Our flavors freeze well and can be thawed and used at your leisure. Available both sweetened (with agave) or unsweet).
Flavors include:
- Classic Ginger
- Very Berry
- Melon Breeze
- Tamarindo with guava
- Hibiscus Spiced Ice Tea
- Cucumber Mint Limeade