RIVR Functional Beverages are Inspired by Ancestral Wisdom
Georgia Wray Norsten — December 10, 2024 — Lifestyle
'RIVR,' a 100% Indigenous-owned functional beverage line by the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, is revolutionizing the wellness space with drinks rooted in over 1,000 years of ancestral wisdom. This groundbreaking collection blends yerba mate, herbal teas, functional mushrooms, hemp-derived THC, and adaptogens to deliver products that connect consumers to the natural world while enhancing mind and body wellness.
RIVR's six innovative SKUs are crafted for specific needs, from energy and focus to relaxation and serenity. Flavors like 'Mango Passionfruit' and 'Blackberry Lavender' are naturally sweetened with agave nectar and enhanced by functional ingredients such as Lion’s Mane for cognitive support, ashwagandha for stress relief, and microdosed THC for balanced elevation. With only 35 calories per can, RIVR offers a health-conscious alternative for modern, active lifestyles.
Available online and in select stores, RIVR seamlessly blends tradition and innovation, embodying the Soboba Tribe’s values of sustainability, resilience, and community.
Image Credit: RIVR
RIVR's six innovative SKUs are crafted for specific needs, from energy and focus to relaxation and serenity. Flavors like 'Mango Passionfruit' and 'Blackberry Lavender' are naturally sweetened with agave nectar and enhanced by functional ingredients such as Lion’s Mane for cognitive support, ashwagandha for stress relief, and microdosed THC for balanced elevation. With only 35 calories per can, RIVR offers a health-conscious alternative for modern, active lifestyles.
Available online and in select stores, RIVR seamlessly blends tradition and innovation, embodying the Soboba Tribe’s values of sustainability, resilience, and community.
Image Credit: RIVR
Trend Themes
1. Indigenous-inspired Functional Beverages - Leveraging centuries-old knowledge, these beverages integrate traditional ingredients to address contemporary wellness needs, creating a unique market niche.
2. Adaptogen and Functional Mushroom Infusions - The infusion of adaptogens and functional mushrooms offers potent health benefits, setting a trend for beverages that support cognitive health and stress management.
3. Low-calorie Hemp-derived THC Drinks - The introduction of low-calorie drinks with hemp-derived THC caters to health-conscious consumers seeking mild psychoactive effects in a regulated, natural form.
Industry Implications
1. Wellness Beverages - This industry is evolving with the inclusion of functional ingredients that cater to the growing consumer demand for health-oriented drinks.
2. Natural Products - Consumers are increasingly gravitating towards natural products, which integrate ancestral wisdom and modern science to deliver holistic wellness solutions.
3. Cannabis-infused Products - Emerging cannabis-infused beverages are gaining traction, appealing to consumers interested in the therapeutic benefits of THC and other cannabinoids in a consumable form.
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