Botrista, Inc.
"The Future of Beverage Automation"
San Francisco beverage robot company (2017); DrinkBot autonomous craft drink system deployed in 37 US states; $141M raised; 185 employees.
Botrista, Inc. (formerly Flying Pig Technology) is an American food and beverage robotics company founded in 2017 by former Tesla engineer Sean Hsu, headquartered at 55 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, California 94105. The company specializes in automated beverage systems that enable foodservice operators to serve high-margin, on-trend drinks — including boba tea, smoothies, specialty coffees, and cocktails — without adding labor complexity.
Botrista's flagship product, the DrinkBot, is a counter-sized automated beverage machine approximately the size of a conventional soda fountain. It dispenses pre-measured individual ingredients and mixes beverages to order in approximately 20 seconds at the push of a button. The system uses precision robotics, fluid control, and recipe management software to maintain consistency across locations. The DrinkBot is offered under a beverage-robot-as-a-service model, with Botrista managing hardware installation, maintenance, ingredient supply, and recipe software updates.
As of 2026, the DrinkBot is deployed across 37 US states in foodservice venues including restaurants, college campuses, theme parks, family entertainment centers, movie theaters, and healthcare facilities. The company has approximately 185 employees spread across 4 continents and has filed 95 patents.
Botrista has raised a total of $141.4 million in funding, with investors including Jollibee Group (Philippines-based global fast food conglomerate), Dunamu & Partners, Rich Products Ventures, UpHonest Capital, La Kaffa International, and others. The Series C investment from Jollibee signals a strategic push into restaurant chains across Asia and beyond. Botrista reports strong unit economics driven by recurring ingredient and software revenues.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
DrinkBot
- Model: DrinkBot
- Launch Year: 2019
Automated countertop beverage system that mixes craft drinks including boba tea and smoothies in ~20 seconds at the push of a button.
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https://botrista.com/PHONE
+1 (800) 542-6190HEADQUARTERS
United States
Company Facts
Founded
2017
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Manufacturer
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North America
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