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THIRSTI at the source
Extraordinary Spring Water

Our Spring WaterBottled at Source

Authentic spring origin
The Tulbagh Basin

AuthenticSpring Origin

Our story begins in two remarkable places – the foothills of the Klein Drakensberg in KwaZulu-Natal and the beautiful Tulbagh Basin in the Western Cape. Here, nature takes its time, filtering water through layers of ancient rock over many years, enriching it with naturally occurring minerals along the way. When the water reaches the surface, it is crisp, pure and untouched, carrying the unique character of the mountains it comes from.

Naturally alkaline spring water
Spring water in nature

NaturallyAlkaline pH

THIRSTI Natural Spring Water is naturally alkaline, with a pH of approximately 8, making it distinct from many conventional bottled waters. Unlike purified or reverse osmosis water, which often requires minerals to be added back after processing, THIRSTI’s alkalinity occurs naturally as the water travels through mineral-rich rock formations. The result is water that is naturally balanced, exceptionally smooth, and bottled exactly as nature intended.

Rich mineral profile
Mountain formations

RichMineral Profile

THIRSTI Natural Spring Water contains naturally occurring minerals including magnesium, potassium, calcium and other essential elements. These minerals are acquired naturally as the water passes through ancient geological formations deep beneath the earth’s surface. The mineral content contributes to the water’s exceptional taste, smooth finish and naturally alkaline properties.

Mineral-rich water
Underground rock layers

HighTotal Dissolved Solids

With a high Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) content – a reflection of its rich natural mineral composition – THIRSTI Natural Spring Water absorbs beneficial minerals as it moves through underground rock layers. These naturally occurring dissolved minerals give THIRSTI its distinctive mouthfeel and premium quality.

Bottled at source
The Tulbagh bottling plant

Source-to-Bottle

Following a true source-to-bottle philosophy, meaning the water is bottled directly at the spring source, THIRSTI Natural Spring Water minimises handling and transportation before bottling, helping to preserve the water’s natural purity and mineral profile. By capturing the water at its origin, THIRSTI maintains the integrity of the spring water exactly as it emerges from nature.

Water quality testing in the THIRSTI lab
The Tulbagh bottling plant

Tested.Certified. Extraordinary.

THIRSTI is FSSC 22000 certified and a proud member of SANBWA – independent assurance that every bottle is tested, transparent and truly safe, from source to shelf.

FSSC 22000 Food Safety System CertificationSouth African National Bottled Water Association member
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