Glaceau Smartwater facts for kids
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Glaceau Smartwater 20oz bottle
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| Owner | Energy Brands privately owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company |
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| Introduced | 1996 (Americas); 2014 (UK); 2017 (India); 2018 (The Netherlands, Russia) |
| Markets | Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Middle East, USA, UK, China |
| Ambassador(s) | Jennifer Aniston (2008–2020) Gal Gadot (2020–2022) Zendaya (2022-present) |
Glaceau Smartwater (often called smartwater) is a popular brand of bottled water. It is owned by Energy Brands, which is a part of The Coca-Cola Company.
Smartwater was first introduced in 1996 in the United States. Back then, it had different names like Ice Mountain Spring Water. By 1998, it became known as Smartwater. It quickly grew in popularity. By 2016, it was one of the top five best-selling bottled water brands in the U.S.
You can find Smartwater in many countries around the world. This includes places like Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, India, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.
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How Smartwater is Made
Smartwater is made using a special process called distillation. This process cleans the water in a unique way.
The Distillation Process
First, the water is boiled, and the steam is collected. This boiling and steaming process removes most of the natural minerals and other things that are usually found in water. It's like giving the water a super deep clean!
Adding Back Electrolytes
After the water is distilled, some helpful minerals are added back. These minerals are called electrolytes. They include things like potassium, calcium, and magnesium. Electrolytes are important for your body and are often found in sports drinks.
Why the Bottle is Special
The Smartwater bottle itself is also quite interesting. People who enjoy ultralight backpacking often use these bottles. This is because the bottles are light, strong, and easy to carry compared to other disposable water bottles.
Smartwater Flavors and Types
Smartwater comes in different types and flavors, not just plain water. These varieties have been introduced over the years to give people more choices.
Sparkling and Flavored Waters
In 2017, Smartwater introduced some new sparkling (bubbly) flavors. These included Sparkling Green Apple, Lemon, and Berry & Kiwi.
Later, in 2020, four more new flavor combinations were added. These exciting flavors were Cucumber Lime, Strawberry Blackberry, Pineapple Kiwi, and Watermelon Mint.
Smartwater and Famous Faces
Smartwater often works with famous people to help promote its brand. These people are called brand ambassadors.
Past Ambassadors
From 2008 to 2020, the American actress Jennifer Aniston was the main ambassador for Smartwater around the world. She appeared in many advertisements and campaigns for the brand.
After Jennifer Aniston, the Israeli actress Gal Gadot became the global brand ambassador in 2020.
Current Ambassador
In June 2022, the well-known actress Zendaya was announced as the new global brand ambassador for Glaceau Smartwater. She is also the face of their campaign called "Smart Solutions: Global Water Challenge (GWC)." This campaign focuses on important water-related issues.
Marketing and Fun Facts
Smartwater uses different ways to get people interested in their product.
Packaging Designs
The packaging of Smartwater bottles has changed over time. At one point, the bottles featured a picture of a fantail goldfish. Before that, earlier packaging showed an otter.
Sponsorships
Smartwater also partners with different events and shows. For example, when Smartwater launched in India, it became the official sponsor for TED Talks India Nayi Soch. This helped introduce the brand to many new people.
