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Executive Summary

  • Doseology Sciences Inc. has begun pilot production of nicotine‑free, caffeine‑based energy pouches under its “Feed That Brain” brand, with a direct‑to‑consumer test slated for the coming weeks.
  • The company previously acquired the Feed That Brain brand in December 2024 for $400,000 (stock issuance) and added Joseph Mimran as a strategic advisor on a three‑year, $400,000 restricted share unit agreement.
  • Industry context: global nicotine pouch market projected to reach $25.40 billion by 2030; energy drinks market expected to grow from $79.4 billion (2024) to $125.1 billion by 2030.

Key Details

  • Pilot Production: Late‑January 2026 start of caffeine‑based pouch manufacturing in Kelowna, BC; product avoids sugar, carbonation, and liquid bulk of traditional energy drinks.
  • Testing Plan: Small direct‑to‑consumer trial to collect customer feedback and operational data before any larger rollout.
  • Acquisition Background: Feed That Brain brand purchased for $400 k (stock) in Dec 2024; brand previously focused on functional gummies and nootropic supplements.
  • Strategic Advisor Deal: Joseph Mimran engaged for three years, compensated with $400 k in restricted share units.
  • Current Product Portfolio: Doseology sells gummies and collagen products under Feed That Brain in ~500 Canadian retail locations; U.S. subsidiary developing caffeine‑plus‑nootropic/adaptogen pouches.
  • Leadership Team: CEO Chris Jackson; President & COO Tim Corkum (quoted on pilot); Strategic Go‑to‑Market Advisor Patrick Sills.
  • Industry Projections:
  • Nicotine pouch market: $5.4 billion (2024) → >$25 billion by 2030, CAGR ≈ 29.6%.
  • Energy drinks market: $79.4 billion (2024) → $125.1 billion by 2030.
  • Related Market Moves:
  • Philip Morris presented MRTP data for ZYN to FDA; Altria reported FY 2025 results; GURU launched a zero‑sugar caffeine drink; Vita Coco named Weston McKennie brand ambassador. (Included for contextual market landscape.)

Notable Quotes

  • “This pilot reflects a disciplined and intentional approach to evaluating new product formats within our platform,” – Tim Corkum, President & COO, Doseology Sciences Inc.
  • “Feed That Brain brings a strong foundation in functional product design…allows us to assess caffeine‑based, pouch‑format energy delivery under a measured and compliant framework.” – Tim Corkum (continued).
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