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# 2D-Printed Drink Discs
Effusio Makes Eco-Friendly Discs That Dissolve in Hot & Cold Liquids

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-07-22 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drink-disc
References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/effusio-to-use-2d-printing-technology-to-create-portfolio-of-functional-health-beverages--products-first-beverage-to-launch-this-fall-in-partnership-with-thorne-301097730.html) & [effusio](https://www.effusio.com/)

While people may be familiar with the concept of adding [dissolvable pods and pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-time-microdrink) to create flavorful drinks, Effusio is pushing the envelope on this idea with 2D-printed functional drink discs. Effusio is on a mission to leverage 2D technology to provide healthier and more environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional beverages.

Effusio will be launching its first product in the fall, introducing a convenient way for people to receive [essential vitamins, minerals, and complex nutrients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unconform-smart-sticks) in either hot or cold liquids. As co-founder Paul Jacobson describes, "In a world where consumers are mired by overly processed sports drinks, energy drinks, smart waters, soy beverages, and kombuchas, these [dissolvable discs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dissolving-strips) are an environmentally sound, contemporary solution for receiving essential nutrients, without any unnecessary ingredients."

Image Credit: Effusio

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 78% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **2d-printed Drink Discs:** 2D printing technology is disrupting the beverage industry by providing a more eco-friendly alternative to traditional drinks.
- **Dissolvable Functional Pods:** The concept of dissolvable functional pods and pucks is being taken to the next level with Effusio's 2D-printed drink discs, creating opportunities for innovation in the beverage industry.
- **Environmentally Conscious Beverages:** Effusio's focus on providing healthier and more eco-friendly alternatives to traditional beverages is driving a trend towards environmentally conscious drinks.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Beverage Industry:** Effusio's 2D-printed drink discs are disrupting the traditional beverage industry by providing a more eco-friendly and nutritious option for consumers.
- **Printing Industry:** The use of 2D printing technology to create dissolvable drink discs is creating new opportunities for innovation and growth within the printing industry.
- **Nutraceutical Industry:** Effusio's focus on providing essential vitamins, minerals, and complex nutrients in a convenient and eco-friendly way is disrupting the nutraceutical industry and driving a trend towards more sustainable, functional products.

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