Ribena fruit juice drink

Ribena is an iconic fruit juice brand, best known for its blackcurrant cordial. It was originally developed in 1933 by Dr. Vernon Charley at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom. The drink was famously distributed during World War II as a vitamin C supplement for children after citrus fruits became scarce.

Today, the brand is owned by the Japanese conglomerate Suntory. While its primary production facility remains in Gloucestershire, England, the drink is manufactured and distributed globally across various markets including Europe, Asia, and Africa. The brand has evolved from a pure health supplement into a mainstream beverage available in sparkling, concentrate, and ready-to-drink formats.