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Items Tagged with 'functional beverages'

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Ahh cannabis wellness shots

Ahh Moments Partners with LEVIA to launch Wellness Shots in Massachusetts

Each Ahhlixir features THC, minor cannabinoids and superfoods.
July 13, 2026

Available in three flavors, each 1-oz. Ahhlixr shot is organic, vegan, fair trade and gluten free.


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BLNCD and Foundry Nation Beverages

BLNCD, Foundry Nation Launch Hemp THC Beverages

Each features 0.4 mg THC to comply with changing regulations.
July 13, 2026

The new beverages were designed with THC, minor cannabinoids, terpenes, adaptogens and other functional ingredients.


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Mitra9 Enters Functional Soda Segment

Bubbly Pop targets social, flavor-forward occasions
Prepared Foods Editorial Staff
May 5, 2026

Mitra9 is expanding its beverage portfolio with Bubbly Pop, a functional soda inspired by nostalgic cola and champagne flavors. The launch highlights growing interest in approachable, flavor-driven wellness drinks designed for casual, social consumption.


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Food and Beverage Industry Trends

Health, Digital Trends Reshape Beverage Demand

EY survey highlights wellness, tech and generational shifts driving consumption
Prepared Foods Editorial Staff
March 28, 2026

Consumers are prioritizing health benefits, ingredients and lower sugar, with many willing to pay more for functional beverages. Digital tools and younger generations are accelerating changes in how drinks are discovered, purchased and consumed.


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KidsLuv Launches SEC-Regulated Crowdfunding Campaign for Functional Kids’ Beverage

KidsLuv is a functional kids’ beverage with zero sugar and Certified Vegan vitamins and minerals
October 8, 2020
KidsLuv is the first product from The Luving Company which was established in 2018 by a mother of three, Ashi Jelinek, and is a female-founded and minority-owned business based in Los Angeles. 
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2019 FOODSERVICE NEW PRODUCTS ANNUAL | BEVERAGES

Beverage Innovations Shift to Embrace Everything from Health to Entertainment

Modern consumers have holistic views of wellness that include emotional and environmental wellbeing.
Holly McHugh
August 14, 2019
Foodservice operators have a lot of opportunity to appeal to various need states by offering beverages that are healthier, create a unique experience, reduce environmental impact, or incorporate all three for the "holy grail" of menu options.
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3 Key Trends in the US Beverage Market

Coffee, tea, and energy drinks are among the important beverage segments finding increased sales through mashup formulations
March 20, 2019
Among the most important recent innovations identified by Packaged Facts in the report involves mashups—the crossover fusion of two or more beverage products that traditionally wouldn’t be expected to go together.
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Koios Fit Soda Line

Fit Soda has zero sugar, electrolytes will be made naturally, and infused with branched-chain amino acids
March 6, 2019
A functional beverage is a drink augmented with nutrients, supplements, or both to provide a health benefit to the consumer.
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Vita Jolt Vitamin Enhanced Coffee

Ronnoco announces Fall beverage lineup, which includes functional coffee
October 31, 2018
Ronnoco, a complete beverage solutions provider for convenience store, foodservice, office customers in more than 30 states, announced the release of its energizing Fall beverage line.
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Phivida Functional Beverage, Supplement Line

New “Oki” line is infused with active hemp extract
September 12, 2018
The new line of functional beverages and supplements are infused with Active Hemp Extract and will be available to consumers in up to 2,400 natural specialty store locations within the United States.
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7/22/25 to 7/22/26
Contact: Meg K.

Boost Flavour and Functionality in Plant-Based Beverages With Bio-Based Solutions

ON DEMAND: Demand for plant-based beverages is rising, driven by health, environmental, and dietary trends. Yet, challenges around taste, texture, stability, and nutrition remain.

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Webinar

9/30/25 to 9/30/26
Contact: Meg K.

Science of Sizzle. How Dairy Does It

ON DEMAND: Dairy ingredients contribute both flavor and function to a wide range of on-trend applications—in everything from comforting entrees and snacks to functional foods and beverages.

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9/30/25 to 9/30/26
Contact: Meg K.

Science of Sizzle. How Dairy Does It

Dairy ingredients contribute both flavor and function to a wide range of on-trend applications—in everything from comforting entrees and snacks to functional foods and beverages.

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