Nazca Capital Invests in Spanish Supplement Brand Aldous

Nazca Capital has secured a majority stake in Aldous, a prominent Spanish digital-native brand specializing in science-backed dietary supplements. This strategic investment marks Nazca's fourth foray into the nutraceutical sector, underscoring its commitment to this rapidly expanding market. The deal aims to propel Aldous's ambitious growth trajectory, which includes significant international expansion and the development of a new manufacturing facility.

Founded in 2018 and originating from Almonacid del Marquesado, Cuenca, Aldous has rapidly ascended to become a leading player in Spain's supplement industry. The company has demonstrated remarkable success across diverse sales channels, establishing a strong presence on e-commerce giants like Amazon and social media platforms such as TikTok. Furthermore, Aldous has successfully transitioned into brick-and-mortar retail, appearing in major Spanish chains like Druni, El Corte Inglés, Herbolario Navarro, and Costco, showcasing a robust omni-channel strategy. The brand now boasts a loyal customer base exceeding 3 million individuals.

The company's product portfolio features over 80 distinct items, distinguished by their quality, efficacy, and scientifically validated ingredients. Aldous places a strong emphasis on innovation, consistently introducing new formulations and product lines, including convenient powdered and liquid single-dose supplements. A key differentiator for Aldous is its commitment to sustainability, evident in its use of larger packaging formats to reduce transport emissions, plastic-free containers, and a dedication to creating employment opportunities in rural areas. This approach has fueled substantial growth, with the company projecting sales to surpass €40 million this year, effectively doubling its 2025 figures.

With Nazca Capital's backing, Aldous is set to pursue a revenue target of €100 million. This expansion plan hinges on strengthening its existing sales channels, continuing its product development pipeline, and penetrating international markets. The construction of a new industrial plant is a cornerstone of this strategy, expected to generate considerable employment in Almonacid del Marquesado, reinforcing the company's commitment to its founding community. Antonio Pellón, the founder and CEO of Aldous, will continue to lead the company, retaining a significant ownership stake.

This investment represents a significant milestone for Aldous, transitioning from its previous partnership with KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub, which supported the company since 2020. Nazca brings extensive sector expertise, having successfully invested in four prior nutraceutical ventures. Celia Pérez-Beato, CEO of Nazca, highlighted Aldous's alignment with their investment philosophy: a strong founder-led business with a distinct value proposition and substantial potential for pan-European brand building. The firm sees considerable opportunity within the growing nutraceutical market, where its experience can significantly benefit Aldous.

The transaction saw advisory services provided by Sabadell, PwC, Pérez-Llorca, and Global Factor for Nazca Capital. Aldous was advised by Albia IMAP and Gómez-Acebo & Pombo.