GoKafé Debuts Sparkling Coffee Line in Los Angeles
After a 2019 cardiac arrest forced him to abandon traditional energy drinks, former collegiate hockey captain Lou Vesperini has launched GoKafé, a sparkling coffee-and-fruit beverage designed as a cleaner, low-calorie alternative to the industry standard.
The brand is rolling out into 150 Los Angeles-area retail locations, supported by a direct-to-consumer platform. Each 12-ounce can contains 120mg of caffeine derived from coffee, blended with real fruit juice to create a profile that aims to bridge the gap between ready-to-drink coffee and sparkling energy beverages. The initial lineup includes Lemon + Coffee, Peach + Coffee, and Pink Pineapple + Coffee, all containing between 10 and 20 calories with zero added sugar.
To manage its expansion, the company has assembled a specialized go-to-market team, including the national brokerage Cultivate and California-based partner ASCND. Fitness influencer Melissa Alcantara has also joined the venture as Head of Partnerships. Vesperini plans to introduce two additional flavors, Cherry and Blueberry, in early 2027 as the brand eyes national retail distribution beyond the California market.
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