Founded in 1938 by Julius Cohen, Y. Cohen Company began as a coffee roasting house. Under the leadership of Rami Tran, who acquired the company, the vision transformed from a humble operation to a leading player in Israel's food industry. Today, Y. Cohen is renowned for its exceptional range of products, including sweet coatings, gourmet spreads, beverages, ice cream ingredients, baking mixtures, and flavor extracts, all produced under the brands Kahan's, Shavit, and Alzan.

The company prides itself on its commitment to quality, sourcing premium raw materials and utilizing advanced technology in production. Its products, which comply with various kosher certifications, are not only celebrated in the domestic market but also exported globally, including to the USA and across Europe and Africa. Y. Cohen is recognized for its private label manufacturing services, catering to a diverse clientele with tailored solutions from product development to packaging. As a leader in innovation and excellence, Y. Cohen continues to delight customers with new, high-quality offerings, embodying their philosophy: “If it’s good, it’s Cohen.”