Venture-Backed Startups

A beverage company that produces all-natural makgeolli (Korean rice wine) and premium distilled soju made from organic Chamsari rice. Its products are sold through retailers and restaurants.

1 investor

Mamitas is a hard seltzer beverage made with real tequila, sparkling water, and natural flavors, inspired by traditional tequila cocktails.

1 investor

Misfits produces a functional soda positioned as a healthier alternative to traditional sugary sodas. The product is designed for health-conscious consumers in India seeking beverages that combine taste with functional benefits.

1 investor

Muu develops animal-free proteins using precision fermentation, cultivating proprietary microbial hosts to bio-manufacture protein that is then purified into a high-purity protein powder. Its ingredients target the nutrition and fitness supplement market with a lower land, water, and greenhouse-gas footprint than animal-derived protein.

1 investor

Open Water is a beverage brand that sells purified water with added electrolytes packaged in recyclable aluminum cans as an alternative to plastic bottles. The company emphasizes sustainability across sourcing, packaging, and carbon offsetting, and offers a direct subscription for recurring deliveries.

1 investor

Petal is an organic sparkling beverage company that blends natural botanical extracts, essences, and organic sweeteners into six flavored drinks. The brand targets consumers seeking natural, antioxidant-rich refreshments with a focus on celebrating individual expression and female empowerment.

1 investor

Proxies produces non-alcoholic beverages blended with verjus, teas, and botanicals to replicate the complexity, acidity, and food-pairing qualities of wine. The products are designed for consumers seeking the ritual and sophistication of wine without alcohol.

1 investor

PureWine makes wine purifier products that remove histamines and sulfites from wine to reduce side effects such as headaches, congestion, and hangovers. Its consumer devices work on all wine types before drinking while retaining tannins and antioxidants.

1 investor

Reed's produces ginger beer beverages made with fresh ginger root, natural fruit juices, honey and spices, marketed as a consumer beverage product.

1 investor

Sipli produces 100% fruit juice with naturally reduced sugar content through ultrafiltering, without adding artificial sweeteners or dilution. The product targets consumers seeking healthier juice options.

1 investor

SkyPop makes a protein soda that contains 10g of whey protein, zero sugar, and 45 calories per can. The beverage is marketed as a next-generation soda for everyday consumption.

2 investors

Spindrift produces sparkling water beverages with real fruit juice and zero added sugar for consumers seeking refreshing drinks with natural ingredients.

2 investors

Tiiga produces beverages made from wild-harvested baobab fruit powder, a natural source of fiber for gut health. The company partners with African cooperatives to source the ingredient responsibly, supporting rural communities with direct income.

1 investor

Tractor produces certified organic beverages in multiple formats including ready-to-drink, fountain, and frozen options, serving consumers who seek craft-quality refreshments with nostalgic flavors.

1 investor

Drinktrade is an online marketplace and subscription service that connects consumers with specialty coffee roasters across the United States. The platform allows customers to discover, purchase, and receive roasted-to-order coffees through personalized recommendations, curated collections, or à la carte shopping.

1 investor

Trail Magic produces cannabis-infused beverages containing delta-9 THC derived from hemp, marketed for social consumption with emphasis on taste and lack of hangover effects. The company operates a taproom in Minneapolis in partnership with a local cider company.

1 investor

Velvet Hammer makes functional, third-party tested powdered beverage elixirs (such as Elixirs of Serenity, Inner Light, and Hydration) formulated with vitamins, adaptogens, and electrolytes that dissolve into any drink. The fantasy- and romantasy-inspired products are made in the U.S. and marketed directly to consumers who enjoy wellness rituals.

1 investor

Drink Via Carota produces ready-to-serve signature cocktails crafted by celebrated chefs. The company offers bottled cocktails for consumers seeking premium, pre-made beverage options.

1 investor

VIGIE produces artisanally crafted limoncello made from all-natural ingredients, inspired by an Italian family recipe and produced in California. The limoncello is marketed for direct consumption as sips, spritzes, and cocktails, as well as for culinary use.

1 investor

Walker Brothers makes craft kombucha beverages designed to replicate the complexity of craft beer while being gentler on digestion and aligned with healthy lifestyles. The company is based in Nashville, TN.

1 investor

Waterloo produces sparkling water with zero calories, sugar, or sweeteners, offered in natural flavors. The beverages are purified, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Whole30 Approved.

1 investor

Drinkwell Systems develops HIX-Nano, a regenerable ion exchange nanotechnology that removes arsenic, fluoride, and other groundwater contaminants for governments and utilities. The company serves public water systems and communities, particularly in regions with contaminated groundwater, offering 70% lower lifecycle costs than reverse osmosis.

1 investor

Drip offers buy-now-pay-later services, allowing users to purchase from over 300 partner retailers and split payments into three monthly installments via Pix, Brazil's instant payment system.

2 investors

Drip develops an atmospheric water panel that passively harvests moisture from the air to produce water at industrial scale. It targets farmers, industries, and governments/public utilities, and is running early pilots.

1 investor