About Mariko

"While spending time in the US in the 90's, the popularity of iced tea and the volume of its consumption really did grab my attention. Many years later, back home in Ireland ‘sugar’ and the health implications associated with its high consumption became a concerning issue. The spotlight was firmly fixed on the beverage category as one of the main culprits. People were also becoming more health conscious and educated in the benefits of green tea. In 2011, my journey started to fix this beverage problem and elbow this culprit into a smaller corner of the market. I discovered in my research that consumers wanted healthy and functional food and drinks to achieve a healthy lifestyle and maximize their lifespan. I also discovered that green tea has a compound called EGCG which is a powerful antioxidant that has myriad health benefits. My decision was made when I married the ‘sugar’ problem and the green tea benefits to produce a naturally healthy and functional beverage. Our unique process of brewing the green tea leaves in small batches, extracts all the flavors and powerful EGCG antioxidants. It is lightly carbonated to create a refreshing mouthfeel, resulting in a delicious, flavorful and non-alcoholic alternative to soft drinks." Founder- Christine McAndrew Read their story