Barvecue

Barvecue is a clean-label food producer specializing in plant-based bbq-style meats. The company produces a range of wood-smoked vegan meat alternatives such as Naked BVQ, Pulled BVQ, and Carnitas, using a protein blend that includes soybean and sweet potato. All Barvecue products are non-GMO project verified with products after November 2021 being gluten-free as well.

In March 2021, the company opened a 10,000 sq ft facility, which they claim to be the world’s largest plant-based smokehouse. Barvecue products are available at retail outlets like Sprouts Farmers Markets, Safeway, Lowes Food, Earth Fare, and Texas-based Central Markets, online, and food service outlets.

Key customers and partnerships

In April 2021, the company partnered with Cheney Brothers to distribute Barvecue products at US college campuses, starting with Elon University, with plans of distributing to additional colleges and university food service locations. In September 2022 , the company partnered with protein producer Arbiom to improve the taste, texture, and nutritional profile of clean-label plant-based meats. Barvecue partnered with Juice Press in October 2022 to launch vegan menu items across Juice Press locations in New York City.

Funding and financials

In July 2020, the company raised USD 2 million in a venture funding round led by Stray Dog Capital with the participation of Siddhi Capital, Clear Current Capital, and select investors from the Glasswall Syndicate. The funds were earmarked for expanding its manufacturing processes and additional hires in key areas.