Vitamin-Infused Sparkling Water Formula
Budget: $30 – $250 USD
I have an idea for a range of clear, zero-calorie sparkling table waters that carry genuine wellness benefits without compromising on a clean label. The brief is straightforward:
• Flavours to cover: Citrus, Berry, Apple and Lemon. I’m open to subtle herbal notes if they help round out the profile, yet the liquid must remain colourless.
• Absolutely no sugar, sweeteners or artificial colours. The finished drink should taste light and refreshing, not candy-sweet.
• Added functional value: a balanced blend of essential minerals (think magnesium, potassium, calcium) and shelf-stable vitamins such as C and key B-complex components. Everything has to remain stable under carbonation in both PET and can formats.
What I need from you is a complete formulation package for each flavour, including:
1. Ingredient matrix with percentages, recommended suppliers and clean-label flavours/extracts.
2. Processing parameters—hydration, blending, carbonation level, and any cold-fill or tunnel-pasteurisation guidance.
3. Predicted nutritional panel and compliance notes for US and EU labelling.
4. Shelf-life and stability data you can justify from lab work or proven references.
5. A simple cost-per-litre estimate based on mid-scale production.
Acceptance criteria
• Finished beverage is crystal clear, calorie-free and passes a 6-month ambient stability test without flavour fade.
• pH and carbonation meet typical sparkling water standards (you may recommend the exact target range).
• Vitamin and mineral claims remain legally compliant at end of shelf life.
If you have experience formulating functional waters, kombucha or RTD wellness drinks, I’d love to see a short example of previous work when we start chatting.
• Flavours to cover: Citrus, Berry, Apple and Lemon. I’m open to subtle herbal notes if they help round out the profile, yet the liquid must remain colourless.
• Absolutely no sugar, sweeteners or artificial colours. The finished drink should taste light and refreshing, not candy-sweet.
• Added functional value: a balanced blend of essential minerals (think magnesium, potassium, calcium) and shelf-stable vitamins such as C and key B-complex components. Everything has to remain stable under carbonation in both PET and can formats.
What I need from you is a complete formulation package for each flavour, including:
1. Ingredient matrix with percentages, recommended suppliers and clean-label flavours/extracts.
2. Processing parameters—hydration, blending, carbonation level, and any cold-fill or tunnel-pasteurisation guidance.
3. Predicted nutritional panel and compliance notes for US and EU labelling.
4. Shelf-life and stability data you can justify from lab work or proven references.
5. A simple cost-per-litre estimate based on mid-scale production.
Acceptance criteria
• Finished beverage is crystal clear, calorie-free and passes a 6-month ambient stability test without flavour fade.
• pH and carbonation meet typical sparkling water standards (you may recommend the exact target range).
• Vitamin and mineral claims remain legally compliant at end of shelf life.
If you have experience formulating functional waters, kombucha or RTD wellness drinks, I’d love to see a short example of previous work when we start chatting.