Nescau Chocolate Powder

Nescau is a heritage brand originally created in Brazil in 1932 by Nestlé. It was designed to provide a nutritious chocolate beverage for children and has since become one of the most iconic food brands in South America. The brand is famously associated with the lightning bolt logo and energy, marketed as a dietary supplement with vitamins and minerals (Fator Crescer).

Manufacturing of Nescau is heavily concentrated in Brazil due to its strong domestic market, though production facilities exist globally under Nestlé's supply chain to serve neighboring regions. As of 2026, the brand remains under the absolute ownership of Nestlé S.A., a Swiss multinational food and drink processing conglomerate, which is the largest food company in the world.