Daysie, a line of simple syrups for coffee and more, that was created by Charleston resident Tara Pate, has been nominated for a Webby Award in the outstanding Food & Drink website category. The Webby Awards honor excellence on the internet.
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Pate, a consumer packaged industry veteran, spent the last five years working for big brands like NatureBox and DripDrop Hydration out of San Francisco, but moved back to Charleston to be closer to family at the beginning of the pandemic. After she was furloughed from her full time job, Pate found herself browsing the aisles of Whole Foods and online retailers to source a simple syrup she could add to her morning ritual cup of coffee.
“The pandemic had just started and I was building my at-home coffee bar,” Pate said. “I was ordering Oatly milk and Stumptown beans but I came up empty handed when it came to my flavored sweetener. I did find a large name brand that makes simple syrups but the ingredient label wasn't one that I felt comfortable with. I actually ended up asking my local coffee shop to sell me some of their house made syrups, and that's when it all sort of clicked for me. I saw the gap in the market.”
Pate launched Daysie with three signature flavors to start: Madagascar Vanilla, Coconut Almond, and Salted Caramel. Each flavor is certified organic, contains natural ingredients, is made with zero preservatives, and comes in a recyclable glass container. You can shop Daysie online: www.enjoydaysie.com. Photo credit: Andrew Cebulka
