South Africa - Startup under 3 years old

Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots

Commercialising our "de-oxidised, Garnish and Flavour infused Ice Cubes" and purifying excess water from our production cycle to provide bottled water in countries with water scarcity. Not only elevating cocktail experiences but also peoples lives!

01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail

At Saucee Rocks, we invite you into a sumptuous odyssey of unbridled luxury as we transform the global drinking experience into a symphony of liquid flavors. We don't merely offer ice; we unveil a treasure trove. Saucee Rocks isn't just an accompaniment; it's a catalyst for shared experiences, creating a stage where flavors harmonize, conversations flow, and connections flourish. Connections to leave lasting memories and meaningful change in the hearts and minds of our faithful consumers.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

Consumers always want the perfect cocktail wherever they are. However it isn't always accessible. When you're at your favourite restaurant? No problem. Or that great bar, the one with an amazing view the multi-talented bartender? Definitely. But what about at your friends party? The weekend braai? Your next great weekend away or upcoming dinner party? That becomes a lot more complicated, does it not? Consumer preferences and trends change faster than brands In most of the years covering the 2010 decade, Vodka volume sales outperformed Gin x3. Global drinking trends dictated that the Gin & Tonic would be more fashionable than the once revered Vodka Tonic. Where did all the Vodka consumers go? How do brands keep up? More so, as a consumer, how do you keep up, stay Saucee, trendy and relevant without giving up a part of who you are? With our infused ice cubes you can take your preferences with you wherever you go, for you and like-minded palates to enjoy.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).

1. Our Ice cubes last longer than any other ice in a drink (more than 30min) a result of our manufacturing process. This ensure cocktails are not watered down and provide a pleasurable drink throughout. 2. Our cubes are Garnish & Flavour infused (we are the only company in the world that does this). Consumers do not need to be a world class mixologist OR have the expertise or complicated bar tools to make a perfect cocktail. All the ingredients needed are present in the cube. 3. The cubes are perfectly balanced allowing your cocktail to maintain a perfect balance of flavour throughout its life span. 4. The cubes create cocktails in a more affordable & efficient manner. 5. The cubes allow consumers to be able to carry their drinking preferences with them regardless of the occasion. Our fashionable & functional box allows for transportation and can be stored easily in a regular household freezer. 6. Our cubes are gluten & sugar free and can be customised with 50+ flavours.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

B2C Cocktail drinkers - both Non-alcoholic and alcoholic consumers. 60% females 40% males 18 to 45 LSM 7 - 10 The target audience of Saucee Rocks is a diverse and discerning group of individuals who share a passion for elevating their beverage experiences and embracing the flavours of life to the fullest. This audience embodies a unique blend of characteristics that align with the brand's personality, values, and offerings. B2B Brand Houses (Owners of alcohol Brands) e.g. Diageo We can assist with activations and liquid elevation. Restaurants & Hospitality Industry Providing a new experience to consumers, helping save costs on garnish and other wasted food resources used in cocktails that can be preserved in our cube's frozen state, whilst also helping grow their margins on cocktail sales.

01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?

10/09/2021

01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?

Oui

01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?

1

01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

0

01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Carl Khumalo is an architect by trade. Business minded individual with experience in architecture and running small businesses.

01.10 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

https://sauceerocks.com/

01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?

Produits de base (aliments, boissons, produits ménagers et personnels)

02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

6

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Goal 6 of the UN SDG's - Clean water and sanitation is a key part of our project as we pledge to produce and provide purified bottled water to countries suffering from water scarcity and insufficient clean water sources for their population in impoverished countries and regions. We can create 10 litres of purified water for every 5 boxes of ice cubes manufactured. We currently have a capacity to produce 1,200 boxes a month - this equates to 240 litres a month which can be scaled up mutual with business growth through funding and expansion. The more we produce the more water we can purify and donate.

02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

5

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

The water we provide/donate can be used in agriculture to support micro farmers/farming.

02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

5

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Water is essential to health and upkeep of the human body. Hydration is critical to human health.

02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'

4

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

5

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We prioritise females in our human resource policy and our target audience has a skew towards female consumers.

02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Clean water and sanitation is a key part of our project as we pledge to produce and provide purified bottled water to countries suffering from water scarcity and insufficient clean water sources for their population in impoverished countries and regions. We can create 10 litres of purified water for every 5 boxes of ice cubes manufactured. We currently have a capacity to produce 1,200 boxes a month - this equates to 240 litres a month which can be scaled up mutual with business growth through funding and expansion. The more we produce the more water we can purify and donate.

02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Proudly South African company, which hires locally and is committed to growing its workforce and markets across Africa. We abide by labour laws and endeavour to pay well above minimum wage. A disruptive product in a vibrant economic market that is also an innovation with the potential for international adaptability and scale.

02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

A disruptive product in a vibrant economic market that is also an innovation with the potential for international adaptability and scale. We've seen success doing work with Diageo, with restaurants and direct to consumer. Only company in the world to create the product we manufacture.

02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

4

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

5

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We rely heavily on local farmers and produce suppliers for our garnish as well as local restaurants, hospitality sector, retail and local communities for sales. We form part of a local eco-system and we challenge local establishments to use our product a more sustainable approach to the preservation of fruit and vegetables in cocktails as our product lasts 3 months in a freezer with garnish as opposed to freshly cut garnish in cocktails which must be consumed in 24hrs.

02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We commit to responsible consumption of the water we use and the products we produce, ensuring we don't produce more than is necessary and not waste the resources we use. We form part of a local eco-system and we challenge local establishments to use our product a more sustainable approach to the preservation of fruit and vegetables in cocktails as our product lasts 3 months in a freezer with garnish as opposed to freshly cut garnish in cocktails which must be consumed in 24hrs.

02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'

4

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

4

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

4

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

4

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

4

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.

4

06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

4

06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

06.08 Justification

We are the only company in the world that creates de-oxidised, garnish and flavour infused ice. We spent almost 2 years just perfecting the product and the manufacturing process. We improved/elevated cocktail experiences and have embarked on a journey to change beverage consumption perceptions one drink at a time.

06.09 Analyse compétitive

Ice manufacturing companies. e.g. ice 2000. They make regular ice which can be replicated with an ice machine or in your freezer at home. We make ice in a variety of shapes, sizes and flavours with garnish infusions and are de-oxidsed to make them last longer.

11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?