llanllyr SOURCE is a multi award winning natural spring water which was the first UK bottled water to be drawn from beneath certified organic fields in west Wales, a totally sustainable source that has been used for drinking water for more than 800 years. The water is 100% natural and bottled at source without the addition of any flavourings or preservatives.
“Our whole operation is run in an entirely ethical fashion. We are fully committed to sustainability and focus as far as we can on the three Rs, reduce, re-use and recycle. We also constantly review our carbon footprint at Llanllyr.” says Patrick Gee, founder and sales and marketing director of Llanllyr Water Company and a member of the family in whose hands the land has been for almost 300 years. “In terms of packaging materials, llanllyr bottles are made up of 28% recycled glass and our boxes are made from 80% recycled card.” As a result of its core values, Patrick believes llanllyr SOURCE has become a leading ethical water within the hospitality industry. Unlike most other brands available in this sector Llanllyr has stuck to its food service principle and does not sell llanllyr SOURCE to retail outlets.
“Consumers now routinely question a company’s green credentials. The effect of that is that our working practices have to be transparent. Buyers from larger groups in particular question the environmental impact of their own business operations and that starts with their suppliers.” Says Patrick.
“For many restaurant owners and facility managers, their focus is increasingly on using seasonal and organic ingredients, UK suppliers, and above all sustainability. Attitudes to drinking water are no different. With an award winning water in llanllyr SOURCE right here at home there is in fact no need to import any bottled water from overseas. Our focus has always been on recyclable, environmental issues and therefore the market’s sharpened attention to them has been warmly welcomed. We want buyers to know they can enjoy the exceptionally good, fresh, soft taste of llanllyr SOURCE knowing they have ticked all the boxes in terms of sustainability.”
llanllyr SOURCE has won many design awards – they were probably the first brand to popularise the much loved ‘wine style’ bottles. With their stunning black and silver labels, llanllyr SOURCE makes a bold design statement in any environment. Available in 750ml and 330ml glass bottles, choose from gently carbonated or still llanllyr SOURCE.
For further information, please call 01570 470788 or visit www.llanllyrwater.com