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Perfect Day, a company specializing in non-animal whey protein, partnered with Oodaalolly to create the Mushroom Milk Chocolate Bar. Oodaalolly, a Filipino-owned chocolate company, uses USDA-Certified Organic cacao sourced from the Philippines and employs Swiss chocolate-making methods. The bar is designed to be sustainable, with backyard-compostable packaging and carbon-offset transportation. Hernan Lauber, Oodaalolly’s co-founder, emphasized the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing and environmental responsibility.

The Mushroom Milk Chocolate Bar represents Oodaalolly’s pursuit of an ideal sustainable chocolate product. Lauber described the development process as an iterative effort to meet criteria such as creaminess, organic ingredients, and fair farmer compensation. The bar’s recipe was refined to achieve a caramel tone with peppery notes, leveraging Perfect Day’s non-animal whey protein. The collaboration began after Oodaalolly discovered Perfect Day through an online discussion, leading to a partnership focused on innovation and sustainability.

Oodaalolly’s approach to chocolate-making blends Swiss traditions with Filipino cacao, aiming for ultra-creamy textures. Lauber, whose father was a Swiss chocolatier, sought to create chocolate that aligns with his standards while highlighting the quality of Philippine cacao. The company’s values prioritize traceable, sustainable ingredients and minimal environmental harm. Perfect Day’s non-animal protein was identified as a suitable ingredient to meet these goals, reinforcing Oodaalolly’s mission.

The partnership between Perfect Day and Oodaalolly reflects a shared commitment to conscious capitalism and reducing environmental impact. Lauber and his co-founder Jeremy view their work as part of a broader effort to address climate change through collective action. By focusing on sustainable practices and ethical sourcing, they aim to inspire other businesses to adopt similar values. The Mushroom Milk Chocolate Bar serves as a tangible example of how small, deliberate choices in commerce can contribute to a greener future.