Cocorau

COCORAU is a specialty chocolate and wellness food brand founded by Konstanze Zeller, an Austrian-born makeup artist and entrepreneur based in New York. The company produces artisan chocolate confections and nutrient-rich wellness products crafted without gluten, dairy, processed sugar, or GMOs. The brand's signature offerings are rooted in the use of raw cacao and adaptogenic herbs, reflecting a philosophy that merges whole-food nutrition with indulgent taste experiences. COCORAU's product development began in a New York East Village kitchen, where founder Zeller experimented with replacing conventional sugar with raw cacao, leading to the creation of her first lavender bite — a foundational product that set the tone for the brand's clean-ingredient ethos. The company collaborates with Daoist herbalist Rehmannia Thomas to ensure the quality and potency of its adaptogenic and herb-infused offerings, distinguishing COCORAU from mainstream confectionery brands. The brand targets health-conscious consumers who seek indulgent yet nutritionally mindful alternatives to conventional sweets. Its products are positioned at the intersection of functional wellness and artisan chocolate craftsmanship, appealing to audiences interested in clean-label, free-from food categories. COCORAU has received editorial coverage from notable outlets including Cherry Bombe Magazine, The Daily Beast, and Times Union, signaling recognition within both the food and lifestyle media spaces. The brand's product philosophy centers on overall wellness enhancement, drawing on the sustaining properties of adaptogenic herbs sourced and vetted for high potency. All products carry an FDA disclaimer noting they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, consistent with the supplement and functional food space. COCORAU operates under COCORAU LLC and continues to build a community-focused brand through lifestyle content, recipes, and direct consumer engagement.