A SOURCE OF ANTIOXIDANTS
Açaí is a natural source of antioxidant compounds, particularly anthocyanins. These flavonoids, also abundant in blueberries, give açaí its distinctive deep purple colour and contribute to its nutritional value.
WHAT IS AÇAÍ?
Açaí fruit is more than just a purple berry. It’s often regarded as one of the standout fruits of the Amazon. Grown on the açaí palm (Euterpe oleracea Mart.) in the floodplains of the rainforest and wild-harvested by hand, this versatile fruit has long been part of traditional diets in the region.
WHY EAT AÇAÍ?
Over the past few years, açaí berries have grown in popularity around the world. It’s no surprise, given their distinctive flavour and convenience. As more people discover the appeal of açaí, we’re proud to share this remarkable fruit and highlight what makes it so special.
AÇAÍ FRUIT PACKS A PUNCH
CONTAINS OMEGA 3, 6 & 9 FATTY ACIDS
Açaí provides a blend of naturally occurring omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids. Its plant-based lipid profile is comparable to that of olive oil, a recognised source of these fats.
NATURALLY LOW IN SUGAR
Açaí is naturally low in sugar, making it a suitable choice for those monitoring their dietary sugar intake.
WHAT DOES AÇAÍ TASTE LIKE?
GOOD TASTE DOESN’T USUALLY COME THIS EASILY
If you’re wondering “what does açaí taste like?” it sits somewhere between mixed berries, dark chocolate and red wine — that’s where you’ll find the distinctively exotic character of açaí fruit. Who said something this delicious couldn’t feel a little bit special?
ALWAYS ORGANIC. ALWAYS FAIR TRADE CERTIFIED.
From the beginning, SAMBAZON was as much about giving back to the community of harvesters and protecting the biodiversity of the Amazon as it was about sharing this delicious fruit from Brazil with the world. By creating our own vertical supply chain of Certified Organic and Fair Trade açaí, we’ve been able to do just that, building a direct connection between our farmers and you along the way.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CERTIFIED ORGANIC AÇAÍ?
Açaí may be hard to pronounce, but its many benefits make it easy to love. Wild-harvested by hand from the rainforest’s açaí palm trees for centuries, it’s often regarded as one of the standout fruits of the Amazon. Açaí naturally contains antioxidant compounds and omegas 3, 6 and 9, free of added sugar and full of flavour. And because our açaí is Certified Organic, our harvesters stay far away from practices that include the use of prohibited chemicals and pesticides.
PALM TO PALM
We believe in transparency, and we understand how important it is to feel confident that the food you and your family enjoy is produced with care and sourced, transported and processed responsibly.
By creating our own supply chain, we’re able to oversee each stage of the journey — from the moment our Fair Trade açaí is hand-harvested and carried by riverboats, to its careful inspection and environmentally mindful processing. Each time you enjoy our açaí, you can think of its journey from the palm of the tree to the palm of your hand.
HARVEST
Local harvesters pick our Certified Organic and Fair Trade Açaí by hand, helping to minimise impact on the local ecosystem.
SELECTION
Transported by riverboat down the Amazon, the berries are then checked for qualities such as colour, texture and aroma directly on our dock.
ECO-PROCESSING
Our berries are processed at two of the most advanced, eco-minded açaí facilities in the region.
SERVING YOU
This is where you come in. Enjoy this delicious, responsibly sourced berry — and don’t forget your purple smile.
THE JOURNEY OF THE AÇAÍ FRUIT
The remarkable açaí fruit is a treasure of the Amazon, celebrated for its unique profile.
SAMBAZON protects this vital ecosystem by sourcing directly from family harvesters who wild-harvest the fruit from tall palm trees.
This partnership supports the rainforest's rich biodiversity and the communities within it. Discover the positive impact of your choice when you enjoy SAMBAZON açaí in bowls and smoothies.
Blog Posts About AÇAÍ
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WHERE TO BUY SAMBAZON AÇAÍ
You'll find SAMBAZON açaí in well known selected UK retailers including Sainsbury's, Tesco, Ocado and more. Product range and availability may vary by retailer and store.
Not in the UK or Ireland?
Our store locator currently shows availability across the UK and Ireland only, so you may not see results for your location just yet. We’re working on expanding this, but in the meantime, feel free to get in touch with us directly — we’ll do our best to point you in the right direction.
Not in the UK or Ireland?
Our store locator currently shows availability across the UK and Ireland only, so you may not see results for your location just yet. We’re working on expanding this, but in the meantime, feel free to get in touch with us directly — we’ll do our best to point you in the right direction.