Nabeglavi facts for kids

Nabeglavi (pronounced Nah-beh-GLAH-vee) is a popular mineral water from the country of Georgia. It's known for its special taste and natural fizz.

A company called "Healthy Water" makes Nabeglavi mineral water. They also produce another spring water called Bakhmaro. "Healthy Water" started in 1997. Today, it's a top company for mineral water in Georgia. The company wanted to bring back the old tradition of bottling Nabeglavi water. They succeeded, and now many people enjoy it.

People first started bottling Nabeglavi water in 1958. This happened after a health resort was built in the village of Nabeghlavi. The water's special healing properties were discovered there. At first, only a small amount of water was bottled. It was sold in a limited area. When "Healthy Water" took over, they improved the quality. They also made much more water. Nabeglavi became very popular across Georgia. It is now a leading mineral water brand.

Where Nabeglavi Water Comes From

Nabeghlavi Distribution around the World

The source of Nabeglavi mineral water is in the village of Nabeghlavi. This village is located in Western Georgia. That's how the water got its name!

The special water source was found in 1905. There's an old story about how it was discovered. Local people noticed that their buffalos really liked one particular water source. Later, this same source was found to have a unique taste. It also had special healing properties.

Scientists studied this mineral water in the early 1900s. Georgian and foreign researchers explored the water deposit.

How Scientists Studied the Water

A Latvian scientist named Robert Kuptsis first studied the water's chemicals. He did this in 1921. He spent most of his life living in Georgia.

Later, in the 1930s, more research was done. Famous Georgian and foreign scientists led these studies. During this time, they learned a lot about the water's chemical makeup. They found that the water contains bicarbonate, calcium, and sodium. It also has natural carbon dioxide gas.

What Makes Nabeglavi Special

Nabeglavi water forms deep underground, about 2,000 to 3,000 meters down. Rainwater seeps into the ground. It travels through different layers of soil and rocks. Along the way, it picks up a special mix of minerals. These minerals give the water its unique taste. They also give it its healthy properties.

Nabeglavi water is naturally fizzy. This is because it mixes with natural carbon dioxide (CO₂) deep in the ground. Before bottling, a bit more natural CO₂ is added to make it even fizzier.

Chemical Makeup of the Water

The total amount of dissolved solids in the water is 3.5 to 5.9 grams per liter.

• Cations (positively charged ions)
  • Ca2+ (Calcium): 32-116 mg/l
  • Mg2+ (Magnesium): 34-120 mg/l
  • Na+ + K+ (Sodium + Potassium): 690-1270 mg/l
• Anions (negatively charged ions)
  • HCO3- (Bicarbonate): 2400-4400 mg/l
  • Cl- (Chloride): 37-95 mg/l
  • SO4 2- (Sulfate): 53-244 mg/l
• Specific components
  • H2SiO3 (Silicic acid): 55-90 mg/l
  • H3BO3 (Boric acid): > 35 mg/l

Where Nabeglavi is Sold

Nabeglavi water is sold in Georgia. It is also distributed in Russia and Iran.