Xoca's better-for-you sodas are made with the unique combination of 50% Ecuadorian cacao fruit juice and sparkling water, offering not just a refreshing flavor but also digestive benefits. The hybrid sodas are offered in Original, Mint and Ginger flavors, which are enhanced with natural ingredients and the sugar naturally comes from the juice contents of the drinks.
The 75-calorie canned drinks are touted for their functional benefits, as they are a source of prebiotics, Vitamins B1 and B3, plus theobromine, which the brand describes as "caffeine’s kinder cousin" and a natural stimulant with different, more gentle effects.
Notably, these functional sodas are made with upcycled cacao fruit juice, providing an opportunity for farmers in Ecuador to supplement their income by selling cacao fruit pulp as well as the seeds for chocolate.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Functional Sodas
- Xoca's cacao fruit sodas offer digestive benefits, prebiotics, and natural stimulants as an alternative to traditional soda.
- Upcycling
- Using upcycled cacao fruit juice in their sodas provides an opportunity for farmers in Ecuador to supplement their income.
- Hybrid Drinks
- Xoca's combination of cacao fruit juice and sparkling water creates a unique hybrid drink that differentiates their brand.
Who This Affects Most
- Beverage Industry
- Xoca's cacao fruit sodas create an opportunity for functional sodas to enter the market with a unique flavor and digestive benefits.
- Agriculture Industry
- Upcycling cacao fruit juice could provide additional income and sustainable farming opportunities for farmers in Ecuador.
- Health and Wellness Industry
- As consumers increasingly seek functional, healthier beverages, Xoca's cacao fruit sodas provide digestive benefits and natural stimulants without added sugars.
