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Infinite Drinks and Beyond: Cana Develops ‘Beverage Printer’

It’s been a longstanding trope of science fiction media that future technology will allow people to produce any food or drink they want on demand. Although it might be a while before we dine Star Trek style, California-based startup Cana Technology believes an era when we can “print” any beverage we want, anytime, at home, is just about here.

Koia Recommits to Keto, Brings on Influencer Thomas DeLauer

Plant-based protein drink maker Koia announced today it has partnered with keto diet influencer Thomas DeLauer, appointing the author and YouTube personality to the role of Chief Keto Officer, as well as launching a limited time collaboration flavor: Keto Raspberry Lava Cake.

Legalization, ‘Share of Buzz’ Top Challenges Facing Cannabis Beverages

“Share of Buzz” may be one of the biggest challenges facing brands looking to enter the cannabis beverage space, according to a panel discussion hosted by Duane Morris LLP and the American Trade Association for Cannabis and Hemp’s (ATACH) Cannabis Beverage Council on Wednesday.

ZenWTR Receives Plastic Negative Brand Certification

Premium alkaline water brand ZenWTR has received a Plastic Negative Brand Certification from environmental nonprofit Plastic Credit Exchange (PCX), the company announced today, making it the first beverage producer to achieve the classification.

Chobani Leans Back into Dairy With Ultra-Filtered Milk, Half & Half

After establishing a presence in oat milk over the last three years, Chobani is seeking to build on the other side of the divide with the national launch of two new refrigerated dairy platforms this month: Ultra Filtered Milk and Half & Half.

King’s Hawaiian Acquires Shaka Tea

Family-owned food manufacturer King’s Hawaiian has acquired Hawaii-based beverage brand Shaka Tea, the company announced today. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The deal comes less than two years after the baked goods and restaurant company invested in Shaka as part of a $2.3 million funding round.

Olipop Co-Founders: “There’s More and More Opportunity to Go After”

After announcing the close of a $30 million Series B funding round yesterday, Olipop co-founders Ben Goodwin and David Lester told BevNET they have set the goal of both doubling the brand’s retail footprint and achieving a $100 million run rate by the end of this year.