Evian

Evian is a brand of mineral water coming from several sources near Évian-les-Bains, on the south shore of Lake Geneva.

History

The origins of Evian can be traced back to the discovery of the Cachat Spring in 1789 by a man named Gabriel Cachat. The water from this spring was believed to have curative properties, which led to the establishment of the Evian Thermal Spa Company in 1859. The company began bottling the water in 1908 and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Today, Evian is owned by the Danone Group, a multinational corporation.

Water Source

Evian water is sourced from a network of seven springs in the French Alps. The water is naturally filtered through glacial sand from the Pleistocene era. This filtration process takes over 15 years, during which the water is purified and gains its unique mineral composition.

Mineral Composition

Evian water is characterized by its unique mineral composition. It contains significant amounts of calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonate, as well as other trace minerals. The water is naturally alkaline with a pH of 7.2.

Environmental Impact

Evian has made commitments to reduce its environmental impact. The company aims to become carbon neutral by 2020 and is also working on initiatives to improve water stewardship and plastic waste management.

In Popular Culture

Evian has been featured in various aspects of popular culture. It is often associated with luxury and has been used in several films and TV shows as a symbol of wealth and status.

See Also

• List of bottled water brands
• Mineral water
• Évian-les-Bains