# NFT Cocktail Machines The Skull Society Unveils the First "Smart" Cocktail Vending Machine By Kanesa D | Published 2023-05-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-skull-society References: [dailyhive](https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/smart-cocktail-vending-machine-vancouver) & [eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/skull-society-ii-tickets-483387634427)  Recently, Vancouver-based fashion designer and [NFT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-cocktails) artist Kiarash TK teamed up with the expert mixologists at [Cocktail Connoisseur](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraken-rum-1) to create a "smart" drink vending machine. The [Skull Society](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-head-vodka-1) vending machine, the first "NFT and augmented reality-powered cocktail vending machine," debuted on Friday, October 28, in Vancouver. The machine, which has been under development by the BC-based scientists behind SMRT1, "combines the traditional vending model with advanced technologies powered by artificial intelligence." The vending machine was introduced over the Halloween weekend to serve frightful guests "art-inspired craft cocktails." The two smart machines boasted bright LED screens and sold specialty drinks to customers to provide an interactive, digital experience. To celebrate the machine's debut, The Skull Society also hosted a live dance event with a lineup of performers. Image Credit: Volatile Project ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Vending Machines:** The integration of artificial intelligence and smart technology into traditional vending machines to provide interactive and data-driven experiences. - **NFT Integration:** The incorporation of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) within vending machines to provide unique and collectible experiences for customers. - **Ar-powered Machines:** The use of augmented reality technology to enhance the visual experience of customers using vending machines. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Incorporating smart technology into vending machines and integrating unique experiences, such as NFTs and augmented reality, can lead to innovative and disruptive opportunities in the food and beverage industry. - **Retail:** Smart vending machines, powered by artificial intelligence and NFTs, provide an opportunity for the retail industry to engage with customers and offer personalized experiences. - **Art and Collectibles:** By incorporating NFTs within smart vending machines, the art and collectibles industry can offer unique and collectible experiences to consumers, disrupting the market and creating a new niche. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectible NFT Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-cocktails.md) - [NFT Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-vending-machine.md) - [Automated Mixologist Cocktail Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-maker.md) - [AI-Created Neighborhood Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-cocktails.md) - [AI-Driven Robotic Beverage Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-beverage-machine.md) - [Accessible NFT Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mynft.md) - [Smart Mixology Speakeasies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barsys-speakeasy.md) - [Metaverse Cocktail Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-pop-ups.md) - [AI Beer Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-vending-machines.md)