About Ancient Sun | Natural & Sustainable Date-Based Foods

Our mission is to reconnect with ancient diet through natural ingredients and simple recipes.

We start with whole and nutritious ingredients
We produce balanced foods for general health and enjoyment
We minimally process to keep ingredients close to their original form

Our Values

Balance

Our shakes are made to be balanced in both in their nutritional profile and their flavor profile.

Simplicity

We believe in simple recipes with a low number of ingredients.

Transparency

Every ingredient we use is clear, recognizable, and purposeful—dates, cashews, spices, and natural emulsifiers.

Respect

We honor diverse cultures through our flavor inspirations and respect the planet through sustainable practices. All ingredients are organic, and we are working toward full organic certification. Our glass bottles are recyclable, and we review suppliers for sustainability, including water conservation.

Partner with us

We actively cultivate relationships to support our mission. If you’d like to collaborate as an individual or organization please reach out.

Our Story

Ancient Sun was born on a visit to a family-run date farm in Palm Springs, California, where the idea of sharing date shakes with more people first took root. We are a small team of three Sacramento residents, united by a passion for food, design, and discovery.
For us, Ancient Sun is more than a product — it’s a way to share culinary traditions across cultures and to build a meaningful brand that reflects our values.

June 2024

Entered farmers
market

August 2025

Entered first Retailer

February 2024

Founded

January 2025

Received approval to
sell in California
retailers

Kian Nikzad
Owner
Linkedin | Instagram

Kian has a passion for "going back to the basics", from studying Native American history to growing wheat in his backyard. He believes in re-localization of food systems to build community. He has professional background in computer science, procurement, community development, and public education.

Patrick Stiles
Brand Manager
Website | LinkedIn | Instagram

Patrick is a passionate designer with a focus on brand identity and web design. With 12+ years of experience, his expertise in visual storytelling and attention to detail ensure that every brand element, from logos to color schemes, resonates with the target audience.

photograph of Jaron, the software engineer

Jaron King
Software Engineer
LinkedIn

Jaron is a seasoned software engineer with over 10 years of experience developing enterprise applications and business websites. He specializes in creating scalable, high-performance solutions tailored to meet complex business needs. Jaron is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovation and efficiency.