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Paullinia cupana
Guarana is a powerful Amazonian superfruit best known for its naturally high caffeine content and exceptional antioxidant profile. Native to the Amazon rainforest, guarana seeds have been traditionally used for centuries to enhance energy, focus, and endurance. Unlike synthetic stimulants, guarana provides slow-releasing caffeine combined with polyphenols and tannins, offering sustained mental alertness without sudden crashes. With low calories and minimal sugar, guarana is widely used in functional beverages, supplements, and sports nutrition for natural energy and cognitive support.
Sustainability insights
Guarana cultivation supports Amazonian economies and encourages forest preservation.
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Amazon Rainforest (South America)
Each variety offers unique flavors, textures, and culinary applications
Keep your fruit fresh and delicious for longer
Choose pure guarana powder or extract without additives
Look for standardized caffeine content
Avoid products with excessive sweeteners or fillers
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Guarana allergies are rare but possible.
Wild or sustainably cultivated guarana typically has low pesticide exposure.
Surprising trivia you'll love!
Guarana seeds contain up to 4–6 times more caffeine than coffee beans
Guarana is an Amazonian fruit known for its seeds, which contain very high levels of natural caffeine.
Low when responsibly sourced and minimally processed.
Naturally adapted to humid rainforest conditions.
Ethical sourcing supports indigenous and local farmers.
Per 100g
Per 100g
Nutrition breakdown for one serving
Guarana (Paullinia cupana) has been cultivated and consumed by indigenous Amazonian tribes for over a thousand years. Traditionally used to combat fatigue, hunger, and heat stress, guarana later gained global attention for its exceptionally high natural caffeine content—often higher than coffee beans. Today, it is a key ingredient in energy drinks, supplements, and sports nutrition worldwide.
August–December
Store in airtight container away from heat and light
Keep powder dry to prevent clumping
Refrigeration not required for dried forms
Preserve freshness for months
Freeze fresh pulp if available
The fruit resembles an eye when ripe, inspiring many Amazonian myths
Used traditionally as a natural hunger suppressant
Key ingredient in many Brazilian energy drinks
Provides longer-lasting energy compared to synthetic caffeine
Yes, guarana seeds contain more caffeine than coffee beans, but the energy release is slower and longer-lasting.
Guarana is commonly consumed as powder, extract, capsules, or in energy drinks and functional beverages.
Store seeds airtight to preserve potency
Use frozen guarana in smoothies
Label frozen items with the date to track freshness. Most fruits maintain quality for 2-3 months when properly frozen. For best results, use airtight containers or freezer bags to prevent freezer burn.