We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Damilola Latunde-Dada a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Damilola, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Let’s kick things off with your mission – what is it and what’s the story behind why it’s your mission?

Damlish Juice was born from a simple but powerful idea: people want to live healthier, but they also want it to taste good.

In today’s world, many are trying to let go of fizzy drinks, soda, and alcohol. I thought, why not give people something better? Something that’s sweet, refreshing, and genuinely good for the body. That’s where the journey of Damlish Juice began… health, but with flavor.

Juice has the power to do more than quench thirst. It can help with weight loss, gut detox, and nutrient absorption, especially for those who struggle to eat fruits regularly. It’s a way to get real nourishment quickly, naturally, and deliciously.

Damlish Juice is more than juice, it’s a mission to make wellness more accessible, to create job opportunities, and one day, to give back to society in bigger ways.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

Hi! I’m the founder of Damlish Juice, a mission driven cold-pressed juice brand that started just 3 months ago. My journey into the juice business began after I had my baby. Before that, I was a full-time baker, working passionately in the world of cakes and confections. But after becoming a mom, I knew my time and energy had to shift. I wanted to raise my child intentionally while still creating value and generating income from home.

At the same time, I noticed something happening around me: more people were becoming intentional about living healthy lives. Many were trying to drop sodas, fizzy drinks, and alcohol, but didn’t have easy, tasty alternatives. That’s when it clicked. What if I could offer juices that are not only healthy but genuinely delicious?

That idea birthed Damlish Juice.

We create cold-pressed, nutrient-rich juices made with real fruits and vegetables, no additives, and no shortcuts. Our juices help people detox, stay energized, support weight loss, and enjoy better gut health, even if they’re not big fans of eating fruits. It’s health in a bottle, made for everyday people.

What sets us apart?
We don’t just sell juice. We support a lifestyle. From flavor to freshness, we make sure each bottle is rich, satisfying, and beneficial. Even in our early days, the feedback has been incredible. One customer told me, “It’s very rich. I loved it. You’re my plug for healthy juices.”

I’m especially proud that I’ve built this while raising a baby because not every mom gets to chase purpose and motherhood at the same time. In just three months, we’ve sold over 500 bottles, and it’s only the beginning.

At Damlish Juice, we’re also about impact. As we grow, I want this brand to create job opportunities, make wellness more accessible, and give back to society, especially the less privileged. We’re blending wellness, purpose, and flavor in every bottle.

Whether you’re trying to start your wellness journey or simply want a tasty, healthy alternative, Damlish Juice is here for you.

Can you talk to us about manufacturing? How’d you figure it all out? We’d love to hear the story.

Yes, Damlish Juice is proudly handcrafted. I make the juices myself, with the help of a small support team. We produce everything in-house using masticating cold-press juicers, which allows us to retain the nutrients, flavor, and freshness in every bottle.

When I first started, I didn’t have prior experience in cold-pressed juice production. I had to learn everything through research and training. I studied the benefits of different fruit and vegetable combinations, food safety, shelf life, and how to preserve freshness without additives. It was a whole new world for me, but I was committed to doing it right.

One of the challenges I’ve faced is sourcing fruits, especially since some ingredients are seasonal. Juicing in large quantities has also been tricky, as I’m still working with a non-industrial machine, and scaling production can be slow. That said, I’ve learned a lot especially the importance of speed, cleanliness, and organization during production to maintain quality and keep juices fresh.

These early experiences have taught me that while manufacturing your own product takes effort, it also gives you control over quality and consistency which is something I never want to compromise on.

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

So far in my journey with Damlish Juice, I haven’t felt like giving up and that’s because I strongly believe in what I’m building. I see the potential for Damlish Juice to grow, thrive, and impact lives. But that doesn’t mean the road has been easy.

One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced is balancing juice production with caring for my baby. Being a mom is a full-time responsibility, and running a business at the same time stretches you in every direction. There are days when I’m back rocking my baby and bottling juices at the same time. It’s not always smooth but I’m doing it.

Another challenge is fruit spoilage. Because we work with fresh ingredients, timing is everything. If fruits aren’t juiced quickly, they go bad and that means wasted resources and effort. It’s a race against time almost every week.

But through it all, what keeps me going is my determination to succeed. I know why I started. I see the difference these juices make. And more importantly, people are loving them. When a customer says, “You’re my plug for healthy juices,” I know I can’t slow down. I can’t let them down.

This journey is just beginning but I’m already learning how to show up, push through, and stay grounded in purpose.

Contact Info:

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