Cultivated Biosciences, a Swiss producer of yeast-based ingredient solutions, has announced that it is rebranding to Cosaic and launching a new product.
The name is intended to evoke the word “mosaic”, bringing to mind the blending of several ingredients into one product. The rebrand comes as Cosaic, which was originally focused on pure fat alternatives, changes its approach to produce a more powerful ingredient.
The company has just introduced Cosaic Neo, a multifunctional natural emulsion made through yeast fermentation. The ingredient contains proteins and fibers as well as fat, claiming to provide eight key functionalities. It is said to replace unwanted additives while improving taste, mouthfeel, stability, and more.
Strong value proposition
Cosaic Neo is suitable for use in a variety of categories, including milk alternatives, creamers, nutrition shakes, mayo, sauces, and creamy liqueurs. The ingredient is said to have particularly high potential for use in plant-based protein shakes; by masking off-notes and providing protein solubilisation, it enables their protein content to be increased from around 8% to 13%, while replacing additives such as gums.
Due to this strong value proposition, which has a patent pending, Cosaic will focus on this segment when commercializing the ingredient. The company is already working closely with industry giants on trials to bring the concept to market in the US in 2026.
“Health-conscious consumers who buy protein shakes want a maximum of nutrition in a convenient ready-to-drink bottle,” Cosaic co-founder and CEO Tomas Turner told Cultivated X. “Food manufacturers want the best nutrition claims on the pack. We allow for both to happen by physically enabling higher nutrient load in the same volume.”
Unlocking the full potential of yeast
Last year, Cosaic raised $5 million in a seed funding round led by Dutch VC Navus Ventures. At the time, the company said it was focusing on scaling up production and building collaborations to introduce its ingredients into consumer products.
“While most yeast-based ingredients are purified proteins, flavors, or oils, our patented emulsion unlocks the full potential of the yeast in a completely different way,” said Turner. “It enables food producers to achieve premium texture and nutrition without compromising on taste or clean labels — and crucially, without increasing cost-in-use. This combination of performance and affordability is what makes us different in a market that’s increasingly looking for both.”
