Aqua Carpatica Mineral Water

Aqua Carpatica is a premium mineral water brand sourced from the pristine environment of the Carpathian Mountains in Romania. Discovered in the Bajenaru aquifer, the brand is celebrated for its purity, particularly its nitrate-free and low-mineral options, which are harvested to meet high international quality standards.

The brand was founded by Jean Valvis, a prominent entrepreneur who previously developed other successful Romanian beverage brands. Since its launch, Aqua Carpatica has expanded rapidly beyond the Romanian market, establishing a significant presence in the United Kingdom, United States, and various European countries. It is positioned as a healthy, luxury hydration choice.

In 2022, PepsiCo entered into a strategic partnership with the brand, acquiring a 20% equity stake along with the rights to distribute the water in Romania, Poland, and international markets. While the original founding company, Valvis Holding, maintains majority ownership and operational control, the brand now benefits from the global logistics and distribution power of its American minority owner.