Natural mineral water VENDEN is acquired in one of the most ecologically clean and beautiful places in Latvia – the picturesque Gauja National Park, where its source was discovered more than 200 years ago.
There are not many products that reach the consumer exactly as nature created them. However, the natural mineral water VENDEN at its acquisition site "Cirulisi", in the Gauja National Park, in the 133-meter deep borehole, is so pure that it does not require any treatment, only mechanical filtration from fine sand grains. As a result, neither its properties, nor its chemical composition, nor its microflora have been changed.
In accordance with the laws and regulations of the European Union and Latvia, there is the following gradation of water: natural mineral water, spring water and, finally, drinking water. These designationsare indicated by the marking on the product label.
Natural mineral water
Natural mineral water is extracted from underground aquifers, preserving all its original properties. It has not been processed, so the taste depends on the place and depth of the water extraction, as it affects the components of the mineral water, or mineral salts. Mineral water can also be carbonated – by adding carbonic acid gas used in food to natural mineral water. The quality also affects the price accordingly: mineral water is in the higher price segment, as it is also the highest quality and most valuable type of water.
Spring water
Underground fresh water that naturally flows to the surface. Most often, you can use drinking water, which has no noticeable smell and taste, as well as no observable colour and sediment. However, according to the composition of the water, springs in Latvia are also divided into lime springs, iron springs, gypsum, and sulphur springs. To make sure that the spring water is safe for consumption, it is necessary to carry out regular analyses. Before bottling, it has not been processed, only mechanically filtered from fine sand particles.
Drinking water
Can be obtained from a variety of places: water pipe, lake, river, etc. Unfortunately, the laws of the European Union and Latvia do not oblige the manufacturer of drinking water to indicate the place of water extraction. It means that the buyer may not even know the origin of the water he is buying. Drinking water tends to be treated to meet certain safety requirements and is the cheapest type of water.
When choosing mineral water, it is important to pay attention to its composition – the degree of mineralization can vary from 0.01 to 14 g/l. Mineralization of water is determined by various minerals dissolved in it, while the degree of mineralization is determined by dry matter.
Water with a high degree of mineralization should not be drunk without restrictions, as its high content of mineral salts can have a negative effect on the body.
Natural mineral water VENDEN has a low degree of mineralization and an optimal combination of minerals, so it is safe for daily use without restrictions at any age, as well as during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and it is also suitable for preparation of baby food.
The excellent taste and high quality of natural mineral water VENDEN is appreciated by both buyers and experts:
In the autumn of 2022, natural mineral water VENDEN in a 1.5-litre package received the "Product of the Year 2021" award from the Latvian Association of Traders. This award is given once a year to one product in each product segment, thus, based on the collected data from Latvia’s largest retail chains, determining the sales leaders.
Moreover, at the beginning of 2023, carbonated natural mineral water VENDEN received international recognition – the International Taste Institute evaluated it with a two-star Superior Taste Award certificate. Upon evaluation of more than 200 professional taste experts, members of chefs and sommelier associations, in the categories "first impression", "visual appearance", "aroma and smell", "taste" and "aftertaste", carbonated natural mineral water VENDEN scored a total of 82.5%.
Our natural mineral water is perfect for daily use – enjoy it at home, at work and take it with you on your daily walks! Moreover, the drinks made on its basis with natural aromas will perfectly fit into festive occasions.