Novak Djokovic Is Backing A Sorghum-Based Snack: Cob Popcorn

Novak Djokovic Is Backing A Sorghum-Based Snack: Cob Popcorn

uaetodaynews.com — Novak Djokovic Is Backing a Sorghum-Based Snack: Cob Popcorn
- Cob, a new gluten-free snack brand made from puffed sorghum instead of corn, is launching its first popcorn nationwide, backed by co-founder Novak Djokovic.
- Sorghum offers a nutrient-dense, easy-to-digest, and sustainable alternative to corn, using 36% less water and delivering more fiber and protein.
- Available in four savory flavors, Cob’s popcorn is toddler-friendly and kernel-free, appealing to families and anyone seeking a better-for-you, corn-free snack.
Another better-for-you popcorn option has hit the market — and this one isn’t even made with corn.
Coba line of gluten-free snacks made from puffed sorghum, is launching its first popcorn nationwide this month. Created by entrepreneur and Princeton graduate Jessica Davidoffthe brand started as a solution to her son’s corn allergy and has quickly become a favorite at farmers markets. It is now backed by Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovicwho joins Cob as a co-founder and leads a $5 million seed funding round announced this week.
“Whole grain sorghum is a fantastic corn replacement because it can take any form that corn can take — popped, boiled, masa, puffed — but it is more nutrient-dense, easier to digest, and has more functional components,” Djokov tells Food & Wine via email.
The tennis legend already follows a nutritious, gluten-free diet, with a focus on “functional” snacks. That fits right into Cob’s dietary ethos, as Djokov explains to Food & Wine.
“I prioritize whole foods with simple ingredients and preparation, so I was immediately drawn to Cob,” Djokov tells Food & Wine. “When Jess initially brought the samples over to Europe, my family, team, and I finished all the samples in that first meeting and absolutely loved them and knew we wanted to be part of the brand’s story.”
Cob comes in four flavors: Cacio e Pepe, Mediterranean Herb, Olive Oil & Pink Salt, and Seriously Cheesy. The brand also claims to be toddler-friendly, eliminating those kernels that make regular popcorn a choking hazard. (Plus, it avoids the annoyance of getting kernels stuck in your teeth.) It’s listed at a suggested retail price of $60 for a 24-pack of one-ounce bags on Cob’s website. When the test run launched at farmers markets last summer, Davidoff says four months’ worth of inventory sold in a mere six weeks.
Sorghum is undeniably a nutritional powerhouse: this lesser-known grain is rich in dietary fiber, minerals, and complex carbohydrates. In a market flooded with high-protein snacks, sorghum naturally stands out as a high-protein ingredient. From a sustainability standpoint, this drought-resistant ancient grain requires 36% less water to cultivate. It’s used in many commercial gluten-free and “ancient grain” products, imparting a nutty flavor and thick texture.
Courtesy of Cob Foods
“Our goal is to rid Americans of their dependence on corn by creating a universe of delicious sorghum-based, gluten- and corn-free snack foods and pantry staples,” Davidoff writes in the press release.
There’s no shortage of sweet-and-salty popcorn recipes to try these days — and thanks to innovations like Cob, even the gluten-free crowd can indulge.
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Author: Nicolette Baker
Published on: 2025-11-01 17:00:00
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Published on: 2025-11-01 21:37:00
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