Synergy Flavors, a member of the Irish-based Carbery Group, has announced the acquisition of Solutaste, a flavors and ingredients manufacturer and distribution company based in São Paulo, Brazil. This is Synergy’s second acquisition in Brazil, further expanding its footprint in the food and beverage sector in South America.

Combined, Synergy and Carbery Group have facilities in eight locations globally including Ireland, the US, the UK, Brazil, Italy, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia and produce flavors, dairy and nutritional ingredients for more than 50 markets globally.

Paulo Reis, general manager of Synergy Flavours Brazil, said,
 “Solutaste is a company that shares with us a passion for quality, creativity, and sensory excellence. With this partnership, we are excited to strengthen our presence in Brazil, expand our portfolio of solutions, and gain even more agility to serve our customers and partners. We are excited to welcome the members of the Solutaste team into our wider organisation. With our new facility also due to complete in 2026, we look forward to more success ahead. ” 

Commenting on the deal, Carbery chief executive officer Jason Hawkins said,  “Carbery has had a presence in Brazil since 2007, with a further acquisition in 2012. The rapid growth of that business and strength of the market has driven continued investment and expansion. We have an outstanding team in place to deliver on this potential, and we are excited to expand our flavor and ingredients footprint in Brazil and in the wider South American region”.

CEO and president of Synergy Americas Rod Sowders added, “Partnering with Solutaste, a young and innovative company, will further enhance the services we offer to both existing and new customers in the region. Our model is built on partnership, diversification and the continuous infusion of new talent and ideas across all the regions and sectors we operate in. I am confident that joining forces with the Solutaste team will strengthen our position in South America and deliver excellent service to our customers, and long-term growth and value for our shareholders and partners”.