Drinkme® Beverage Company (Sunflower Organics Inc.)

Drinkme® is a Manitoba-born functional food and beverage company specializing in cold-blended, enzyme-rich, antioxidant-dense whole-food smoothies. Founded through more than 20 years of research and Manitoba-led innovation, Drinkme® transforms fruits and vegetables into highly bioavailable nutrition using proprietary methods and clean-label processing.

Drinkme® began in Manitoba and continues to build on the province’s strengths in agriculture, food science, and functional ingredient innovation.

 National Positioning & Innovation Leadership

Drinkme® is recognized nationally for our advancements in food science and manufacturing:

• Pioneer of High-Pressure Processing (HPP) for Beverages in Canada

Drinkme® played a key role in early HPP adoption for Canadian beverage applications, contributing to research that helped establish HPP as an approved method for preserving cold-blended drinks while maintaining nutrient integrity.

• Manning Innovation Award Nominee

Drinkme®’s research into kale antioxidant activation and nutrient accessibility earned a nomination for the prestigious Manning Innovation Award, recognizing Canadian inventors who advance technologies that benefit society.

• Whole-Food Beverages With Measured Nutrient Claims

Each Drinkme® bottle contains 3–5 servings of fruits and vegetables, aligning with Health Canada, USDA, and UK dietary guidelines recommending 8–10 servings per day.

• Research-Driven Product Development

Rooted in Manitoba’s academic ecosystem, Drinkme® continues to collaborate with scientists, researchers, and functional food experts to advance clean-label nutrition.

 Products & Specialties

• Cold-blended superfood smoothies (ready-to-drink)
• Enzyme-rich, raw, whole-food formulations
• Antioxidant-activated kale (proprietary transformation method)
• Shelf-life extension through HPP (pressure-based, not heat-based)
• Clean-label formulations with no added sugar, concentrates, or preservatives

Why Drinkme®?

• Delivers meaningful plant nutrition in convenient formats
• 3–5 servings of fruits and vegetables per bottle
• Supports digestion, energy, and overall wellness
• Suitable for children, adults, and aging populations
• Made from whole, raw ingredients for maximum nutrient integrity

 Manitoba Connection

Drinkme® is deeply rooted in Manitoba:

• Originated and first manufactured in Winnipeg
• Collaborated with the University of Manitoba’s Functional Food & Nutraceutical Centre
• Multiple Manitoba-based research projects
• Active participant in Manitoba’s food innovation ecosystem
• Long-standing contributor to local farmers’ markets and retail networks

Drinkme® represents Manitoba’s agricultural resilience, innovation, and commitment to advancing functional foods nationally and internationally.

 Economic & Community Contribution

• Manitoba-based manufacturing and R&D operations
• Local employment and seasonal workforce engagement
• Support for regional growers and suppliers
• Participation in local retail and food-market ecosystems
• Contribution to Manitoba’s growing functional food and value-added agriculture sector

 Mission

To make nature’s most powerful foods accessible, delicious, and effective by combining whole-food nutrition with modern food science.

 Vision

To elevate plant-based wellness across Canada and beyond through Manitoba-led innovation.