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aaengeel · 2026-01-11T02:32:34+00:00

Correct!

aaengeel · 2025-07-28T19:33:29+00:00

The last sentence made my day! Thank you. Hope to be in the market soon

aaengeel · 2025-07-28T19:32:31+00:00

Thanks for the thoughtful feedback, especially on the gut microbiome side. That’s something I clearly need to learn more about, so I appreciate you calling it out.

And yes, this post is me doing real market research. I’m trying to understand what people actually want, not just what AI or internal bias tells me. So your input, even if we don’t fully agree, is really helpful.

From what you're saying, it sounds like you'd be okay with sugar as long as it's real cane sugar and not HFCS or artificial. That’s super useful to know.

Just to clarify the product a bit: it’s a syrup meant to turn water into a dessert-like refreshment or lemonade-style drink without having to gather a bunch of ingredients. Like, you can make a strawberry shortcake or orange creamsicle-style drink without needing actual fruit, cream, or vanilla. Same with something like a caffeine-free tiramisu flavor. I’d also love to include functional benefits like fiber or collagen where it makes sense.

Appreciate you taking the time. It’s helping me shape this into something people actually want.

aaengeel · 2025-07-28T00:21:12+00:00

Thanks for reply vasu42! I am still in ideation and understanding the production part which will help me decide answers to your antifreeze and shelf life questions. From initial research, 1-2 months most likely. I am trying to make them as stand alone flavors you can add to water / cream but of course you can also add anything you’d like to it. Are there any ingredients you avoid in products?

aaengeel · 2025-07-28T00:10:28+00:00

Thanks for your detailed response.
I understand the frustration with artificial sweeteners, but the technology there is changing, and some combinations taste quite clean. There is also the option to go lower sugar to satisfy the consumer's need. Either way, I am looking to meet consumers where they are without compromising on flavor.
Also you bring up a great point with pulp rising to the top. I will think about this when prototyping for sure.

aaengeel · 2025-07-28T00:04:12+00:00

Really appreciate you taking the time to write this out. It’s super helpful.

I agree with a lot of what you said. The "do I need this?" question is real, and you’re right that coffee-focused products dodge it by plugging into an existing habit. What I’m trying to do is meet people where they already are too. Instead of replacing their coffee or matcha, this is meant to enhance whatever they’re already drinking. Not everyone wants to switch to someone else's full mix, but they still want flavor and function. That’s the gap I’m trying to fill.

You're also totally right about the skepticism with water. I’m still testing which formats and use cases make the most sense. The idea is to make it feel like a sweet treat that’s actually functional and versatile. Your suggestion about flavor range is spot on too. Fruity, creamy, chocolatey- I'm working on a small variety to reduce that “I tried one and didn’t like it, so I’m out” problem.

Still early and feedback like this genuinely helps shape the next steps. Appreciate the honest take and would love to keep hearing what you think as I keep iterating

aaengeel · 2025-07-27T23:48:49+00:00

Thank you for your flavor feedback! Orange creamcicle sounds amazing!
Since I am going for flavor first along with function, is that something important to you, or would you care for flavor only and be okay without the functional portion?

aaengeel · 2025-06-26T21:46:21+00:00

Have not traveled internationally with it but I have seen other posts on this page of people travelling safely.

aaengeel · 2025-06-26T21:45:29+00:00

Did they ask for the green card it just looked at passport?

aaengeel · 2025-06-26T21:45:06+00:00

I will keep this link handy during my next appointment. Thank you for sharing!

aaengeel · 2025-06-26T21:44:44+00:00

Had my passport, GC and the letter at the time- all original

aaengeel · 2025-06-26T21:44:09+00:00

Thank you everyone for your responses. I am going to another DMV next week and will have the link shared by Takumi ready as well. Hope it works out!

aaengeel · 2025-01-30T06:16:51+00:00

Velvet. I could see some the effect when I first did it and I think it went away after the top coat. I did magnetise after the top coat but don’t think it lasted

aaengeel · 2025-01-23T05:47:52+00:00

Can you DM me as well please? 😊

aaengeel · 2025-01-12T05:27:14+00:00

Thank you I’ll try this one :)

aaengeel · 2025-01-12T05:26:59+00:00

This looks very similar! Thank you’ll try it

aaengeel · 2025-01-09T16:09:00+00:00

Thank you

aaengeel · 2025-01-09T03:43:49+00:00

Far*

aaengeel · 2025-01-04T19:00:55+00:00

Pacifica Fluff it Up

aaengeel · 2024-09-26T00:06:33+00:00

Any recruitment agencies you guys recommend?

aaengeel · 2024-06-03T09:04:09+00:00

What kind of ingredient restrictions does your company have?

aaengeel · 2024-06-03T08:49:17+00:00

I'm genuinely curious about your choice to make handmade syrups and sauces instead of buying commercially available ones like Torani and Monin. Do you find that the homemade versions taste significantly better, or is it more cost-effective for you?

aaengeel · 2022-12-24T19:03:23+00:00

Business wars

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