Guarana (Paullinia cupana) - Buy Powder
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"Discover the vibrant energy of guarana powder coming straight from lush Brazilian plantations to your kitchen."
I am Arnaud Sion
Creator of Le Comptoir de Toamasina — Trained in plantations in Brazil
I was trained directly in the heart of guarana plantations in Brazil, specifically 90 km from Ilhéus in the State of Bahia. This field experience and our local presence with our company in Brazil allow us to select top quality right at the source.
Trained in Brazil
Arnaud Sion trained directly in Brazilian plantations to learn how to evaluate the maturity and aromatic quality of guarana seeds.
Our Company in Brazil
Thanks to our local branch established on-site, we manage sourcing and exporting of guarana directly, without intermediaries.
Direct Buy from 5 kg
Our Brazilian structure enables professionals and enthusiasts to purchase guarana powder directly from our company in Brazil starting at 5 kg.
Le Comptoir de Toamasina, your online superfood specialist, offers a rigorous selection of guarana powder guaranteed by our local expertise in Brazil.
More than just a powder, a unique experience:
- Travel to the heart of Brazil with every spoonful thanks to our natural guarana, grown in the best regions of Bahia and the Amazon.
- Feel the energy of the rainforest with an exceptional natural stimulant, naturally rich in caffeine and trace elements.
- Awaken your senses with an authentic and distinct flavor, ideal for your smoothies, cold drinks, or energy recipes.
For your bulk requirements or daily consumption, take advantage of our double presence in France and Brazil. Guarana also shares an excellent flavor synergy with our Acai berry and acerola powder.
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What is Guarana?
Guarana, derived from the seeds of the plant Paullinia cupana Kunth, is a natural source of vitality prized for its energizing properties. In Brazil, Guarana is considered an essential everyday dietary supplement. Native to the Amazon basin and cultivated also in the State of Bahia, it enjoys an ideal tropical climate.
This climbing vine from the Sapindaceae family produces magnificent clusters of red fruit whose seeds are harvested to create Guarana powder. Indigenous populations have used it for centuries as a natural stimulant. It is also the star ingredient of Brazil's famous national drink.
Good to know: In Brazil, the active compound in Guarana is historically called "guaranine", but chemically the molecule is identical to caffeine. In Europe, regulatory bodies use the term caffeine. Guarana is valued as a traditional alternative to coffee, offering a gradual release of energy.
The legend of guarana was born in the mystical lands of northern Brazil. It tells the story of a young Indian boy ("Curumim") loved by all, slain by Jurupari in the form of a serpent. The god Tupã, moved by the tribe's grief, ordered that the child's eyes be planted in the earth.
Watered with tears for four moons, these eyes gave birth to the "plant of life", guarana. This is why the ripe fruit, with its red skin opening over white flesh and a black seed, strangely resembles a human eye. For the Sateré-Mawé tribe, it is a sacred symbol of vitality and progress.
Cultivation & Processing: From seed to powder
Guarana from Maués benefits from a recognized Geographical Indication (GI) in Brazil. For the native Sateré-Mawé, it embodies "the source of wisdom". Discover the traditional manufacturing process:
Cultivation in rich, well-drained soils of the Amazon or Bahia.
Climbing vine requiring optimal sunlight exposure and adequate irrigation.
Small white flowers naturally pollinated by local bees.
Hand-picked when the fruit splits open revealing the black seed (the eye of the forest).
Seed extraction, sun drying, and light roasting to unlock earthy aromatic notes.
Fine milling preserving natural caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline.
Color & Taste: The powder ranges from light brown (early harvest) to dark brown (full maturity). Its scent is earthy and herbal, with a taste characterized by forest floor notes and a typical bitterness, showing its richness in tannins and caffeine.
Guarana plantations in Bahia benefit from rigorous agronomic oversight. Around 18,000 seeds of a selected variety are cultivated there to optimize harvest quality, with guidance from Embrapa (Brazil's public agricultural research institute). It is in this exact region, 90 km from Ilhéus, that Arnaud Sion trained in plantations to select guarana for Le Comptoir de Toamasina.
Caffeine & EFSA Recommendations
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) evaluated daily caffeine intake safety thresholds:
Up to 400 mg per day (approx. 5.7 mg/kg of body weight) with no safety concerns.
Up to 200 mg in one intake (ideal before a workout session).
Limit to 200 mg per day from all caffeine sources combined.
The maximum recommended dose is 3 mg per kg of body weight daily.
Although guarana is often associated with diets, EFSA does not authorize health claims stating that guarana causes weight loss. No single clinical study proves that it induces weight loss on its own. For nutritional planning, consult a healthcare professional.
How to consume Guarana? Dosages & Recipes
Recommended Dosage: One teaspoon of powder (about 4g) daily is sufficient to enjoy its properties without excess.
Preparation Tip: Best consumed in the morning at breakfast. Mix the powder into fruit juice, a smoothie, yogurt, or water. Avoid taking late in the day to protect your sleep quality.
Explore our best guarana recipes on the blog:
Excessive caffeine consumption can cause insomnia, nervousness, or heart palpitations. Guarana is not recommended for caffeine-sensitive individuals, or those with heart conditions or hypertension. Follow recommended daily limits.
Where to buy high quality guarana powder?
Why trust Le Comptoir de Toamasina and our established company in Brazil for your guarana purchases?
Trained directly in guarana plantations 90 km from Ilhéus (Bahia), Arnaud Sion learned to select top quality right at the source.
Through our company in Brazil (Abaçaí), we handle selection, packaging, and export with no middleman.
Our Brazilian division allows professionals, resellers, and enthusiasts to purchase guarana powder directly from our company in Brazil starting at 5 kg.
We also offer guarana powder by the kilo or individual pouches shipped from France or Brazil based on your needs.
Did you know? Our story began in 2010 in open-air markets in Lille with our very first Madagascar vanilla beans. Also explore our Acai berry and acerola powder.