Coke, Aurora in talks to make cannabis-infused drinks: BNN Bloomberg [View all]
Source: Reuters
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 / 7:29 AM / UPDATED AN HOUR AGO
(Reuters) - Coca-Cola Co (KO.N) is in talks with cannabis producer Aurora Cannabis Inc (ACB.TO) to make marijuana-infused beverages, Canadian news service BNN Bloomberg reported on Monday.
The companies would likely develop health-focused beverages that will ease inflammation, pain and cramping, the report said, citing sources familiar with the matter.
“Along with many others in the beverage industry, we are closely watching the growth of non-psychoactive CBD as an ingredient in functional wellness beverages around the world,” Coca-Cola said in a statement, referring to cannabidiol, a constituent of cannabis.
“No decisions have been made at this time,” the beverage group said, adding that it would not comment on further speculation.
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