Joyce and Raissa de Haas, founders of a successful start-up in the Netherlands, discuss turning a passion project into a business, their winning formula for premium mixers, and their experiences navigating the male-dominated drinks industry.
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The demand for exciting non-alcoholic options in the mixer market is on the rise, creating opportunities for brands like Double Dutch to cater to both consumers who mix them with alcoholic spirits and those who enjoy them as flavorful and healthy adult soft drinks.
The strong bond and complementary strengths of Joyce and Raissa de Haas as twin sisters have played a crucial role in the smooth operation and growth of Double Dutch, allowing them to navigate challenges and work towards their long-term vision of global success for their business.
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The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Drinks
A recent trend shows that Gen Z and millennials are drinking less alcohol and embracing the sober curious movement. As a result, sales of non-alcoholic drinks have steadily risen, prompting more brands to enter the market. One such brand is Double Dutch, founded by identical twins Joyce and Risa de Haas. They noticed the demand for more exciting non-alcoholic options in the mixer market and launched their business in 2015. Today, Double Dutch drinks can be found in more than 40 countries, catering to both consumers who mix them with alcoholic spirits and those who enjoy them as flavorful and healthy adult soft drinks.
The Power of Twin Co-Founders
Joyce and Risa de Haas credit their successful partnership as twin sisters for the smooth operation of their business. They believe that their equal and complementary strengths make decision-making easier, as they understand each other's thoughts without needing to explicitly communicate. While they occasionally have disagreements, they share the same long-term vision for their company and work towards resolving any differences. The twins' strong bond, combined with their passion for quality drinks, has helped them navigate the challenges of starting and growing Double Dutch.
From University Project to World Domination
Joyce and Risa de Haas started Double Dutch as a university project during their graduate business degree studies in London. They conducted extensive market research, aiming to bring flavor innovation to the non-alcoholic drinks segment. After receiving a small grant from their university, they launched their first production batch and started approaching bars and customers for feedback. The positive reception and an award for innovation boosted their confidence, leading them to envision global success for Double Dutch. They have since grown their business to over 40 countries, and their focus on customer feedback and willingness to adapt have been key to their continued growth and success.
Joyce and Raissa de Hass used to make tonic waters and mixers for their friends. That passion became a university project, which then turned into a successful start-up.
In the early days, the twin co-founders from the Netherlands were releasing batches of products they weren't really keen on, but now they think they've found a winning formula for premium mixers. They've won awards for their drinks, and now stock several premium bars and supermarkets.
In this edition of Business Daily, we hear how Joyce and Raissa turned a passion project into a business, why they believe they're shaking up the drinks industry, and what it's like to run a start-up with your identical twin.
(Picture: Joyce and Raissa de Hass)
Presented and produced by Dougal Shaw
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