Yumrich has announced the release of Minimal's Ghana-sourced cacao-flavored ice cream.
Plant-based ice cream brand "yumrich" will launch a new chocolate-flavored ice cream using Ghanaian cacao from specialty chocolate brand "Minimal – Bean to Bar Chocolate –".
Based on Minimal's extensive knowledge gained from their dedicated work with cacao beans, yumrich has created a chocolate-flavored ice cream that highlights the unique characteristics of Ghanaian cacao.
This product will initially be available as a commercial ice cream primarily for food service businesses, and we are currently accepting inquiries from stores interested in carrying it.
Background of the Collaboration
Minimal, as a Bean to Bar chocolate brand that handles everything from cacao bean selection to manufacturing, has focused on maximizing the unique characteristics of cacao from each region.
yumrich values the selection of ingredients and their background, offering new food experiences through plant-based ice cream.
In this collaboration, the appeal of Minimal's Ghanaian cacao has been reinterpreted as a chocolate flavor through yumrich's ice cream making techniques.
About the cacao used | Ghanaian cacao
This product uses cocoa powder and cacao mass made from Ghanaian cacao, with which Minimal has worked on through chocolate making.
Ghanaian cacao has the following characteristics:
・Clear and strong cacao flavor
・Balanced bitterness
・Stability that harmonizes with a wide range of ingredients
These characteristics give it high potential as a base for chocolate flavor.
In this ice cream, we have utilized the flavor of the cacao to create a rich taste with a light aftertaste.
Product Overview
※The product photos shown are of old containers. The actual product's container specifications may differ slightly.
Product Name: yumrich Chocolate Ice Cream
Flavor: Chocolate
Features:
・Uses Minimal's Ghanaian cacao
・100% plant-based
・Uses yumrich's uniquely developed plant-based milk
・Balanced flavor that brings out the taste of cacao
・A chocolate ice cream that can be enjoyed daily while also appreciating the background of its ingredients
Release Date: Scheduled for mid-February 2026
Availability: Pre-release for food service businesses (commercial use)
*We also plan to release cup ice cream in the future.
*For food service businesses / Pre-consultations before release are also accepted
Comments
Comment from Takashi Yamashita, Representative of Minimal – Bean to Bar Chocolate –
Ghanaian cacao has a classic chocolate flavor and is a well-balanced ingredient. I feel that yumrich's ice cream making has brought out the charm of the cacao, creating something truly unique.
Comment from Yanagifu, Representative of yumrich
I am very happy to have been able to create a chocolate-flavored ice cream using the carefully selected cacao from Minimal. It is an ice cream that can be enjoyed in daily life while also appreciating the quality of the ingredients.
Brand Introduction
Minimal – Bean to Bar Chocolate –
We visit cacao producing regions around the world and artisans handcraft chocolate from high-quality cacao beans. We aim for the sustainable economic independence of the cacao industry, providing technical support to producing regions and practicing fair and ethical trade. With a philosophy of "subtraction" that leverages the ingredients and unique manufacturing methods, we have received 103 awards in international competitions over 10 consecutive years.
yumrich
"A luxurious bite for everyone."
Plant-based ice cream that uses no milk, eggs, animal products, or white sugar, and instead uses our independently developed plant-based milk made from domestic grains such as rice. Everyone, from those with allergies to vegans and vegetarians, can enjoy it with peace of mind.
[Regarding handling and wholesale]
This product is available as a commercial bulk ice cream (2L) for food service businesses such as cafes, restaurants, and hotels.
It can be used in various serving situations, such as a dessert menu item, a drink arrangement, or part of a course dessert.
Please feel free to contact us via the inquiry point below for questions regarding handling conditions, lot sizes, and consultations for trial introduction.
※For food service businesses / Pre-consultations before release are also accepted
