Torch Capital

Torch Capital is a New York-based investment firm established in 2018 that focuses on supporting the next generation of mission-driven consumer companies. The firm specializes in investing in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, fintech, food and beverage, digital media, e-commerce, and marketplaces. Torch Capital seeks to identify and nurture brand-focused platforms, products, and services that have the potential to drive significant industry change.

Anna Bitton

CFO

Claire Daly

Investor

Christopher Harper

Principal

Sam Jones

Partner

Sam Jones

Partner

Jonathan Keidan

Founder and Managing Partner

Mary-Catherine Lader

Venture Partner

Allie Molner

Investor

Jake Moross

Investor

Katie Reiner

Principal

Past deals in Beverages

Splendid Spoon

Series B in 2022
Splendid Spoon is a food delivery service specializing in ready-to-eat, plant-based meals aimed at promoting health and wellness. The company's offerings include a variety of products such as plant-based breakfast smoothies, vegan soups, and meal bowls. These meals are designed to be nutrient-dense, pre-portioned, and calorie-controlled, made exclusively from whole ingredients. By providing convenient access to healthy food options, Splendid Spoon enables customers to enjoy nutritious meals delivered directly to their homes, making it easier for individuals to maintain a balanced diet.

Truebird

Venture Round in 2021
Truebird was founded with the mission to bring quality coffee to as many people and places as possible. Truebird's fully-automated, contactless espresso bar makes delicious coffee with a mesmerizing experience, and it can go just about anywhere. Consider it a total re-imagining of what a vending machine can be. It was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

Minna

Seed Round in 2019
Minna LLC is a producer and retailer of organic, unsweetened, and lightly brewed sparkling tea based in New York. Founded in 2018, the company offers a unique line of carbonated beverages that serve as an alternative to flavored sparkling water. Minna's products are USDA Organic certified and contain no sugars or added sweeteners, focusing instead on delivering a refreshing experience through various flavors. Their offerings include Tropical Green Tea, Lime Hibiscus Tea, Citrus Black Tea, as well as additional flavors like vibrant pineapple and juicy mango. These beverages combine lightly brewed tea with natural extracts, appealing to health-conscious consumers seeking flavorful options without calories. Minna's products are available for purchase through their website and on Amazon.

Koku NYC

Seed Round in 2019
Koku NYC provides coconut-based food. Using raw cultured coconut cream sweetened only with raw honey, this soft-serve is unlike anything else on the market today. With plenty of superfood toppings to choose from, unique flavor combinations and seasonal flavors - Kokus will serve as a gut-healthy, low glycemic, delicious and unique indulgence for our customers.

Recess

Seed Round in 2018
Recess, LLC is a consumer wellness brand based in New York that specializes in producing sparkling beverages infused with hemp extract and adaptogens. Founded in 2017, the company aims to provide products designed to help individuals feel balanced, centered, and inspired amid the stresses of modern life. Its offerings focus on enhancing mental performance by improving concentration, attention, and cognitive speed, while also promoting overall well-being. Through its innovative approach, Recess seeks to create a calm and balanced drinking experience, appealing to consumers looking for both refreshment and wellness benefits.

Pop & Bottle

Venture Round in 2018
Pop & Bottle, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in producing plant-based beverages, particularly oat milk lattes and flavored almond drinks. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on using pure, organic, and simple ingredients, ensuring that its products are free from dairy, emulsifiers, thickeners, and refined sugars. Pop & Bottle sells its offerings through both retail stores and an online platform, providing customers with a variety of delicious, nutritious options that cater to those seeking healthier, plant-rich alternatives to traditional dairy products.

Splendid Spoon

Series A in 2018
Splendid Spoon is a food delivery service specializing in ready-to-eat, plant-based meals aimed at promoting health and wellness. The company's offerings include a variety of products such as plant-based breakfast smoothies, vegan soups, and meal bowls. These meals are designed to be nutrient-dense, pre-portioned, and calorie-controlled, made exclusively from whole ingredients. By providing convenient access to healthy food options, Splendid Spoon enables customers to enjoy nutritious meals delivered directly to their homes, making it easier for individuals to maintain a balanced diet.
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