Quantum Energy Squares raises $2.5m in funding

Plant-based energy bar maker, Quantum, has raised $2.5 million in a seed funding round. 

Major League Soccer star Jozy Altidor has announced his investment in Quantum Energy Squares, alongside tennis players Sloane Stephens, Mike Bryan and Sam Querrey, and former president and CEO of Ballast Point and Cutwater Spirits, Jim Buechler. 

Quantum Energy Squares are plant-based, coffee-infused snack bars with balanced macronutrients from fruits, seeds and nuts plus MCT oil which “helps slow caffeine absorption for long-lasting energy, with no spike and no crash,” a statement said. 

Energy Square flavours currently include: Dark Chocolate & Pink Himalayan Salt, Caffe Mocha Almond Chip, Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate and Coconut Almond Chocolate Chip.

Quantum products are certified gluten-free, non-GMO, soy-free, dairy-free and kosher, and are available nationwide at Whole Foods and Sprouts Markets.