Borjomi (water)

Borjomi is a brand of naturally carbonated mineral water from springs in the Borjomi Gorge of central Georgia. The artesian springs in the valley are fed by water that filters from glaciers covering the peaks of the Bakuriani mountains at altitudes of up to 2,300 meters. The water rises to the surface without pumping and is transported by pipes to two bottling plants in the town of Borjomi.

History

The Borjomi springs were discovered by the Imperial Russian military in the 1820s. They were made famous throughout the Russian Empire, making Borjomi a popular tourist destination. The history of the brand is closely associated with the Russian imperial dynasty of Romanov. By the 1890s, Borjomi was bottled in the Georgian estates of Grand Duke Mikhail of Russia. After the Russian Revolution of 1917, the Borjomi enterprise was nationalized and the water was made available to the public.

Composition

Borjomi water is sourced from a 1,500-year-old volcanic spring where the natural pressure of carbon dioxide pushes the water to the surface from 10 km underground. Unlike most other mineral waters, Borjomi water does not cool down before it reaches the surface. The temperature of the water at the source is 38-41 degrees Celsius.

The mineral composition of the water is unique, providing Borjomi with a complex and invigorating flavor that is very different from most mineral waters. It contains over 60 different minerals, including sulfate, bicarbonate, chloride, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron.

Health Benefits

Borjomi water is believed to have a number of therapeutic effects. It has been used for centuries in the treatment of digestive disorders and cardiovascular problems. It is also believed to help cleanse the body of harmful substances and improve overall health.

In Popular Culture

Borjomi water has been referenced in various works of literature and film, often as a symbol of Georgian national identity and pride. It is also a popular souvenir for tourists visiting Georgia.

See Also

• Mineral water
• Borjomi (town)
• Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park
• Bakuriani
• Georgia (country)