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Available at launch exclusively to Aurora's veteran patients, new products span THC, CBD and CBG offerings to meet the discerning taste, experience and product variety patients seek
EDMONTON, AB, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ: ACB) (TSX: ACB), the Canadian-based leading global medical cannabis company, announces the launch of three new cannabis-infused beverages, available exclusively at first to veteran patients. Designed to deliver on taste, potency and choice, the introduction of beverages is in response to the needs of patients looking for alternative forms of cannabis to support their wellbeing. Three cannabis-infused products produced by Vacay and Versus, and available in three fruity flavours: Neon Rush, Strawberry Pineapple Tropical Fizz and Pineapple Coconut Fizz can be purchased at Aurora Medical.
"As the largest Canadian medical cannabis company with a deep commitment to our veteran patients, we take great care in listening to their needs and responding with products that support their wellbeing," said Mike Jones, Senior Vice President of Medical Sales at Aurora. "We are excited to introduce a new product category that our patients can enjoy easily. Our team is passionate about expanding our product offering further and ensuring all patients can rely on Aurora for their medical cannabis."
The new cannabis infused beverages are available in 355ml cans and are crafted with SoRSE® emulsion technology for little to no cannabis aroma or taste. Veteran patients can order any mix of flavours up to four cans of each product per order for a total of 12 cans. The beverages are launching in three unique flavour SKUs:
- VACAY's Strawberry Pineapple Tropical Soda: a 3:1 hybrid beverage with 2-3mg of THC and 6.4-8.6mg of CBD. This Strawberry Pineapple Tropical Soda delivers a refreshing blend of sweet, tart, and summery flavours with crisp carbonation in every sip.
- VACAY Pineapple Coconut Tropical Fizz 3:1: a hybrid carbonated drink with 2-3mg THC and 6.4mg-8.6mg CBD, this beverage will transport your tastebuds to island paradise with a burst of tangy pineapple flavours mixed with creamy undernotes of coconut.
- VERSUS Neon Rush: a delicious hybrid carbonated beverage infused with lemon-lime flavour and 30mg of caffeine featuring 8.5-10mg THC and 1mg CBD.
For more information visit Aurora Medical.
About Aurora:
Aurora is opening the world to cannabis, serving both the medical and consumer markets. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Aurora is a pioneer in global cannabis, dedicated to helping people improve their lives. The Company's adult-use brand portfolio includes Aurora Drift, San Rafael '71, Daily Special, Being and Greybeard. Medical cannabis brands include MedReleaf, CanniMed, Aurora and Whistler Medical Marijuana Co, as well as international brands, Pedanios, Bidiol and CraftPlant. Aurora also has a controlling interest in Bevo Farms Ltd., North America's leading supplier of propagated agricultural plants. Driven by science and innovation, and with a focus on high-quality cannabis products, Aurora's brands continue to break through as industry leaders in the medical, performance, wellness, and adult recreational markets wherever they are launched. Learn more at www.auroramj.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.
Aurora's common shares trade on the NASDAQ and TSX under the symbol "ACB".
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