Cherico
CHERICO – The gourmet and natural alternative to coffee
Cherico is a French brand specializing in organic chicory, offering a genuine natural alternative to coffee, caffeine-free and rich in benefits.
Made from carefully selected ingredients, its hot beverages offer a round, slightly caramelized taste, without bitterness.
Naturally caffeine-free, CHERICO chicory appeals to consumers looking for a healthy hot drink, ideal for reducing their coffee consumption while maintaining a gourmet ritual. Rich in prebiotic fibers, it contributes to digestive comfort and fits into a wellness and balanced approach.
Made in France and from organic farming, CHERICO embodies a new generation of beverages: more natural, more digestible and more responsible.
Discover Cherico Chicory & Guarana capsules: a new way to rethink coffee, without the drawbacks.
A unique combination of roasted chicory — with natural notes of hazelnut and caramel — and guarana, known for its progressive and long-lasting energy.
No added caffeine. No crash. Just stable, natural energy.
Ingredients: 92% instant plain chicory, 8% instant guarana powder
Treat yourself to an exceptional break with this chicory macchiato, delicately enhanced with salted butter caramel pieces with Guérande fleur de sel IGP. Its creamy texture and intensely gourmet notes make it a refined alternative to coffee.
Caffeine-free and without artificial flavors, this drink combines pleasure, naturalness, and elegance for a unique tasting experience, at any time of day.
Ingredients: Soluble chicory, caramel powder with cream and butter: (Sugar, glucose syrup, fresh cream, sweet butter (4.1%), skimmed milk powder, salt).
Discover a new way to enjoy your hot beverages with these natural chicory capsules. Made from carefully selected ingredients, they offer a full-bodied, slightly caramelized taste with no bitterness.
Caffeine-free and Nespresso® compatible, they offer a modern and natural alternative to coffee, ideal for diversifying your offering or providing a different experience for your customers.
Ingredients: 100% natural soluble chicory. Made from chicory roots
Combine energy and balance with this innovative chicory and guarana-based drink. Chicory brings its sweet notes and digestive benefits, while guarana, rich in natural caffeine, provides progressive energy without a peak.
A healthy and effective alternative to traditional coffee, perfect for staying focused throughout the day, without compromising on well-being.
Ingredients: 92% organic soluble natural chicory, 8% organic soluble guarana powder. Ingredients from organic farming
Frequently Asked Questions about Cherico
Cherico is a French brand offering a gourmet and natural alternative to coffee made from roasted chicory. Caffeine-free (except for guarana ranges), rich in prebiotic inulin, it offers a round, slightly caramelised taste, without bitterness — ideal for reducing coffee consumption while preserving the ritual.
No, plain Cherico chicory is 100% caffeine-free. Only the products enriched with organic guarana (powder and capsules) provide natural caffeine with progressive release, without a peak or energy crash.
Cherico chicory is naturally rich in inulin, a prebiotic fiber that:
- nourishes the gut microbiota,
- promotes digestive comfort,
- helps stabilize blood sugar,
- supports immunity.
It is also gluten-free and has no added fat.
The Cherico collection includes 4 references available in Switzerland:
1. Cherico Caramel Macchiato (powder) — gourmet, Guérande PGI sea salt
2. Cherico Chicory Natural (Nespresso® capsules) — pure chicory
3. Cherico Chicory & Organic Guarana (powder) — natural energy
4. Cherico Chicory & Guarana (Nespresso® capsules) — energy in a capsule
Yes, Cherico capsules are compatible with Nespresso® Original machines (domestic). They do not work with Vertuo machines. Nespresso® is a brand not affiliated with Cherico.
Some references are certified organic farming. Such as *Chicory & Guarana Organic* (powder) 100% organic. All Cherico chicories are made in France from chicory roots grown in Hauts-de-France.
- Powder: prepared with hot water or milk (hot/cold), flexible dosage, ideal for lattes, macchiatos, recipes.
- Capsules: Nespresso® Original compatible, ready in 25 seconds, convenient single-dose format.
The taste and benefits remain the same.
Chicory is not a weight loss product, but its prebiotic inulin promotes good digestion and a balanced microbiota, which can support a wellness approach. No added sugar (except Caramel Macchiato).
Yes, except for the guarana versions. Plain chicory and Caramel Macchiato are caffeine-free and perfect for the evening. Avoid the Chicory & Guarana references after 4 PM if you are sensitive.
Cherico is available in Switzerland at heritagegourmet.ch. Free delivery from CHF 70, dispatched within 24 hours, -10% on first order.
Plain chicory is generally well-tolerated during pregnancy and is sometimes even recommended as a coffee alternative. Avoid guarana versions (caffeine). Consult your doctor for advice.
- Powder (Caramel Macchiato, Organic Guarana): ~ 50 cups per box depending on dosage (3-5 g/cup).
- Capsules: 10 capsules per box = 10 cups.