A beverage distribution and dispensing system and method for distributing
drinks such as soda, juice and punch, to a home or business and which
involves a computerized system which enables users to dispense such
drinks from their refrigerator. The computerized system monitors its own
supply levels and, when necessary, automatically orders and delivers
drink syrups and CO.sub.2 gas supplies. The computerized system can
automatically detect dispensing problems and orders and arranges for
repair service.