Ty Nant Times
AUTUMN 2007
Bottles TreeANUGA 2007
Sommeliers
Per Se
Brands Hatch
SUMMER 2007
Royal WelshUrban Artworks
SPRING 2007
In Hong KongHofex 2007
F Word 07
Photography Award 2007
Classical BRIT 07a
Artois Championships 2007
BRITs 07
WINTER 2006/7
True Blues Join ForcesAUTUMN 2006
MOBOSUMMER 2006
Ty Nant ClassicGordon Ramsay's F Word
Morimoto Restaurant New York
SPRING 2006
Stella Artois ChampionshipsWINTER 2005/6
Brit AwardsPhotography Award 2006
Cirque Du Soleil
Issue 8
TY NANT BOTTLES LIVE ON
A couple from South Carolina has constructed their very own Bottle Tree made from coloured bottles including Ty Nant's blue and red variants.
The idea came from a magazine article containing the headline 'No southern garden should be without a Bottle Tree'
Upon reading the article, Mr David Bevan, originally from Wales, decided to create a Bottle Tree of his own and - naturally - included Ty Nant bottles on the tree to remind him of home!
TY NANT SPRING WATER LTD AT ANUGA 2007
Once again the team from Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd will be exhibiting at this year's ANUGA exhibition, which is taking place in Cologne, Germany this month.
As one of the UK's leading exporters of premium bottled water, ANUGA 2007 represents an ideal opportunity for Ty Nant to showcase its stylish portfolio to a worldwide audience.
Famed for both its exquisite packaging designs and cool, refreshing taste, Ty Nant will be exhibiting its entire, multi award winning product range.
On show for the first time will be Ty Nant's newest product innovation, Ty Nant Replenish - a pure, refreshing, facial spray.
Ideal for keeping cool as temperatures soar - whether travelling or partying, on the beach or in the office - the sexy new facial spray has the added advantage of a snap on pump spray: the environmentally friendly way to get that convenient burst of refreshment.
A first class gift for first class travellers, Ty Nant's Replenish facial spray is perfect for airlines, luxury hotels & resorts, health & beauty spas and the travel retail sector.
Styled on Ty Nant's multi award winning PET bottle, designed to evoke the fluidity of flowing water, the refreshment spray is available in clear, crimson red and cobalt blue 30ml PET bottles with silver caps.
TY NANT AND TAU DELIGHT SOMMELIERS
Ty Nant Natural Mineral Water and TAU Spring Water were among 26 waters from across the globe that were put to a blind test by drinks magazine, Imbibe in its recent international water tasting session.
We are delighted to announce that both brands received very positive reviews from the expert group of sommeliers, who had switched from their usual wine and spirits to put the various waters through their paces.
The waters which stood out had both character and complexity. Minerality was a key issue, as was balance and the supporting role of water during a meal.
A number of criteria were used by the panel to evaluate the waters. In addition to marks for overall reaction, the waters were judged on their food friendliness and compatibility with red and white wine.
We were delighted to read that the Imbibe taste panel enjoyed TAU's delicate taste and commented on how it compliments a wide variety of wines. They also detected the elegant simplicity of Ty Nant's low mineral content and clean, neutral taste, which we have always known to enhance any fine dining experience.
TAU Still made the top four with its "strong and diverse mineral content" and "very good paring with a wide variety of wine" while the the iconic Ty Nant brand's still variant also made the top 10.
The sparkling category again saw Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd highly placed with both the Ty Nant and TAU brands' pleasing the judges who remarked the latter would "go well with spicy foods", and put both in the international top ten.
TY NANT COCKTAILS THE 'PER SE' WAY!
No stranger to high profile eateries, TY NANT counts many of the world's most exclusive boutique hotels and fine dining restaurants amongst its enviable customer base.
Amongst these is arguably one of the most in demand restaurants on the plant: New York's trendy 'Per Se' whose 15 table dining room boasts spectacular views over Central Park.
Adam Tihany, one of today's most pre-eminent restaurant and hotel designers was responsible for designing Per Se's elegant but simple field stone décor, intended to evoke a feeling of dining in an appropriately adorned and metropolitan eaterie. And, what better than Ty Nant's exquisitely designed natural mineral water bottles to finish the look?
But it's not only Ty Nant's award winning packaging designs that appeal to the up-market establishment. Testament to the quality of Ty Nant's water, Per Se has begun mixing cocktails with Ty Nant Natural Mineral Water.
We are thrilled that Ty Nant is being used in the house cocktails at Per Se in order to ensure their premium spirits are mixed with premium mixers that enhance, rather than mask, their quality. The clean, neutral taste of Ty Nant is an ideal, zero calorie mixer for a new twist on old alcoholic classics, as well as being the perfect choice for non-alcoholic cocktails too!
TY NANT AT WORLD SUPERBIKES, BRANDS HATCH
We were delighted that our natural mineral water brand was selected to refresh competitors and fans alike at this year's World Superbikes Championships, as Official Water Supplier of Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra.
Having been on hand to quench the riders' thirsts at Donnington Park and Silverstone already this year, TY NANT was thrilled to be continuing this relationship as the hotly contested World Superbikes Championships made a welcome return to world famous Brands Hatch from 3rd - 5th August.
TY NANT SPRING WATER LTD AT THE ROYAL WELSH SHOW
Following its successful attendance at several overseas exhibitions so far this year, TY NANT Spring Water Ltd will be displaying its wares closer to home this month as the internationally renowned bottled water producer attends the Royal Welsh Show in Builth Wells, mid-Wales.
One of the most prestigious events of its type, the Royal Welsh Show is attended by close to a quarter of a million visitors annually, bringing the rural community together to sample the best of Welsh agriculture.
A long term supporter of the show, TY NANT is one of Wales' most iconic brands, not to mention one of the UK's most successful exporters of premium bottled water. Yet, despite TY NANT's ever increasing international appeal, the Royal Welsh Show remains as important to the company as it ever was.
Laura Dodds, TY NANT's Brand Manager, explains: 'Not only does the Royal Welsh provide an excellent promotional platform within our domestic market it is also a chance to celebrate the beautiful Welsh countryside within which our source is located and our uncompromising commitment to its organic management.'
Indeed, many people would be astonished to discover just how seriously TY NANT takes its land management.
The company does not simply protect its source from contaminant - more than that the TY NANT actively manages all of the land in its management with strict organic principles ensuring no chemicals or other pollutants are used.
Furthermore, in 2004 TY NANT took possession of a further 200 acres of forestry. This evergreen conifer forest was planted over 30 years ago and was due for felling. Recognising that a plantation of this type is not good news for wildlife (the year round dark canopy and acidic needles don't allow for shrubs or wild flower growth) Ty Nant decided to replant with more environmentally friendly broadleaf woodland despite the additional expense. With its high canopy, young trees, climber shrubs and herbaceous layer the silence of the conifer wood will eventually be replaced by bird song, butterflies, primroses and purple orchids.
Ty Nant Bottles Live On
Over the years, Ty Nant's award winning cobalt blue bottles have been recycled into beautiful vases, drinking glasses and even chic jewellery sold exclusively at Harvey Nichols!
Now, artist and designer David Watson has found a new way of re-inventing this iconic packaging and has begun incorporating Ty Nant bottles into his urban regeneration public artworks.
The recycled bottles are collected from a local restauranteur and recycled into contemporary integrated artwork including:
- Recycled glass blocks
- Interior fittings such as door handles
- Environmental awards
- Large scale sculptural artworks
David Watson commented:
'We have been recycling Ty Nant's beautiful blue glass bottles for some time as it performs very well in our kilns - flowing like a glass of your cold water in fact'
For further information on David Watson's designs please visit www.davidwatsonworks.com
TY NANT SPRING WATER LTD A HIT IN HONG KONG
Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd, is delighted to announce that its flourishing international sales are set to increase further still following the appointment of one of Asia's most successful drinks distributors, Telford International.
Having identified Asia as a key market for continued export growth, Ty Nant, the UK's number one exporter of award winning premium bottled waters, is thrilled to have secured Telford International as their new distributor for Hong Kong, and Macau.
David Relph, Ty Nant General Manager Sales and Marketing comments:
'With a large professional and dynamic sales force and a sales turnover of USD52M, Telford International boast a wealth of experience in Asia's premium drinks sector, and with a portfolio including brands such as Jack Daniels, Laurent Perrier and Finlander the team at Ty Nant are confident that they have appointed to right distributor to exploit the potential in such a vibrant and exciting market as Hong Kong.'
To help launch this association Ty Nant attended Asia's HOFEX exhibition which took place in Hong Kong in May this year.
Frequented by many of Asia's most exclusive hoteliers and fine dining establishments, Ty Nant enjoyed a very warm reception from a whole host of potential buyers.
Laura Dodds, Ty Nant Brand Manager comments:
'We were thrilled with the high level of interest received for both our Ty Nant and TAU brands at HOFEX. Hong Kong has particularly vibrant social scene with very many top-end hotels and restaurants seeking a truly premium product that reflects their own high quality, and stylish surroundings. The show was a fantastic start to our new relationship with Telford International and we are thrilled that much of the interest received is already converting into new business.'
Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd At Hofex 2007
TY NANT has long been famed for its award winning Natural Mineral Water - in no small part thanks to its iconic cobalt blue glass bottles. Sold in many of the world's most exclusive hotels and fine restaurants, Ty Nant is regularly featured in hit films and TV shows.
Yet, whilst Ty Nant often takes the starring role, the company's latest product innovation - TAU Spring Water - has been quietly growing at a rapid rate, both in the UK and overseas. With its chic, minimalist clear glass packaging dressed in monochromatic labeling, TAU was specifically designed for outlets where colour may not be appropriate but style and design remain essential.
TY Nant will be exhibiting both of its award winning brands at HOFEX this May. Visit us on the Welsh True Taste stand to sample both Ty Nant - available in both cobalt blue and crimson red glass bottles (still and carbonated) as well as curvaceous PET bottles (still only) - and TAU Spring Water, also available in still and carbonated variants.
Ty Nant at Gordon Ramsay's F Word
TY NANT Natural Mineral Water is delighted to announce that it will be the exclusive mineral water supplier of the F Word when it returns to our screens on 8th May.
Having been the water of choice for the previous two series, TY NANT is delighted to be taking a starring role for the third time.
Laura Dodds, Ty Nant's Brand Manager, commented "We are thrilled to be continuing our relationship with the F Word, which has been extremely successful in recent years. Not only do our crimson red bottles enjoy maximum stand out on screen, it is a real testament to Ty Nant's quality that our Natural Mineral Water has been selected once again as the F Word continues its campaign to get the nation eating - and drinking - only the best!"
The West Wales School of the Arts at Coleg Sir Gâr 9th Annual Photography Award - March 2007
Helen Oakes
Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd's annual photography and graphics competition with local college The West Wales School of the Arts at Coleg Sir Gâr has produced some fantastic creative work yet again this year.
General Manager Nick Taylor was at the Private View of the exhibition put on to celebrate the Ty Nant inspired artwork and selected the following winners whose work stood out amongst some very tough competition.
Darren Lee
TY NANT at The Classical BRIT Awards 2007
TY NANT is delighted to announce that its Natural Mineral Water brand will be the water of choice at this year's Classical BRIT Awards.
Having kept the great and the good of the pop world hydrated at the Brit Awards show in February this year, Ty Nant's award winning product range will be back at the BRITs bringing award winning classical style to award winning classical musicians at the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday 3rd May.
Laura Dodds, Ty Nant's Brand Manager commented: "our partnership with the BRITs continues to go from strength to strength. Not only does the association provide valuable TV exposure at the annual Brit Awards ceremony, but our presence at the Classical BRIT Awards confirms our positioning as the water of choice for the truly discerning and we are delighted to be back!"
Ty Nant - Official Mineral Water At The Artois Championships 2007
TY NANT's Natural Mineral Water brand has once again been appointed 'Official Mineral Water Supplier' at the prestigious Artois Championships 2007.
The premium brand, internationally famed for its exquisite packaging design and cool, refreshing taste, has become synonymous with the week-long annual event, which takes place at Queens Club, London, in June.
Over the years TY NANT's award winning natural mineral water has quenched the thirsts of tennis aces from Agassi to Roddick, ensuring the pros stay hydrated as they battle it out on court to claim an award of their own - the much coveted Artois trophy!
And, back by popular demand, this year will be no different.
Laura Dodds, TY NANT's Brand Manager, comments: "Our association with the Artois Championships remains extremely positive and continues to grow our international visibility further still. TY NANT's crimson red bottles are the perfect fit for the event whilst our PET bottles are ideal for keeping the players refreshed. We are delighted to be the Official Mineral Water Supplier to the Artois Championship for 2007 and look forward to continuing our relationship."
Ty Nant - Official Water Partner at the BRIT Awards 2007
TY NANT Spring Water Ltd was delighted to be back at this year's prestigious BRIT Awards, which took place on February 14th at London's Earls Court.
Back by popular demand, TY NANT brought award winning style to award winning artists once more as Official Water Partner of the 2007 star studded music bash of the year.
Today's hottest stars including The Killers, The Scissor Sisters and the mighty Take That, kept cool by sipping TY NANT throughout the show which, in keeping with this year's decadent valentine theme, was hosted by Mr Amorous himself, comedian Russell Brand!
Although famed for its iconic cobalt blue glass bottle - once voted 8th coolest thing in the world! - it was TY NANT's red glass variant that kept the party goers refreshed this year - the perfect fit for Valentines Day!
A TY NANT spokesperson commented: "our partnership with the BRITs continues to go from strength to strength. Not only does the relationship provide valuable exposure to TY NANT's target audience, it is also reinforces our brand proposition as a super premium product sought after by the truly discerning."
Wales' True Blues Join Forces
TY NANT Spring Water Ltd, Wales' premier bottled water company, is delighted to announce the exclusive partnership between its TY NANT Natural Mineral Water brand and Welsh rugby giants Cardiff Blues.
Famed - appropriately - for its iconic blue bottles, TY NANT is delighted to have become the Official Bottled Water of Cardiff Blues for the 2006/7 season.
Laura Dodds, TY NANT's Brand Manager, commented: 'We are thrilled to have begun this relationship with Cardiff Blues. Our award winning blue bottles are obviously the perfect fit for the club and, with the Blues going from strength to strength both in the Magners league and internationally, the association cannot fail to enhance our international visibility further still.'
Robert Norster, Cardiff Blues Chief Executive said: "We are delighted to welcome Ty Nant on board as official suppliers to the Cardiff Blues. Having such a prestigious Welsh company as Ty Nant joining us is great news. Not only are they are a high profile company in Wales but also internationally. We feel it is a perfect partnership for both parties."
MOBO chooses TY NANT to whet winners' whistles
TY NANT Spring Water Ltd will be back by popular demand this month as Official Water Supplier of the MOBO Awards 2006.
Having scooped an impressive array of accolades of its own over the years, TY NANT is no stranger to award ceremonies and is delighted that its iconic cobalt blue and crimson red glass bottles have been selected to quench the thirst of stars such as host Gina Yashere,
the King and Queen of UK R&B, Lemar and Jamelia
, and Hip Hop's brightest star Sway - all of whom will be performing on the night.
Having played host to huge international artists including Janet Jackson, Lauryn Hill and Kanye West, the MOBO Awards have become a highlight of the music calendar, growing into Europe's leading urban brand. With Asher D, Roots Manuva and Wale Adeyemi confirmed as guest presenters and with more performances to be announced, this year's MOBO Awards 2006, which is to be held at the Royal Albert Hall on September 20th, looks set to be one of the most exciting shows in its 11-year history.
Laura Dodds, TY NANT's Brand Manager, commented 'we are thrilled to be involved with the MOBOs once again this year, an association that enhances further our reputation as the water of choice amongst trend setters and opinion formers.'
Anglers Make a Splash at the Ty Nant Classic
Back in August the team from Ty Nant Spring were back once again amongst the beautiful surroundings of the Llyn Brenig Reservoir in North Wales, to host the 8th annual Ty Nant Classic Fly Fishing Competition.
From its humble beginnings in 1999, the Ty Nant Classic has quickly established itself as one of the main events in the Welsh fly-fishing calendar. Indeed this year approximately 100 anglers from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales were competing to win the much sought after Ty Nant Classic Trophy.
But it was Welshman, Tony Bevan, who was victorious in the end, with the biggest catch of the day securing the much coveted trophy - congratulations Tony!
Ty Nant at Gordon Ramsay's F Word
Look out for Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd - the premium bottled water company famed for its cool, refreshing natural mineral water and iconic packaging designs - when Gordon Ramsay's F Word hits our screens for a second series from June 21st.
During the first series the outspoken chef served up a raft of culinary delights which the delectable diners - including Joan Collins, Jimmy Carr and Davina McCall - were only too eager to devour! And to wash it all down? What else but award winning Ty Nant Natural Mineral Water in sexy crimson-red glass bottles!
Now, Ty Nant is delighted to be back by popular demand refreshing the celebrity diners once more.
Laura Dodds, Ty Nant's Brand Manager commented 'We are thrilled to be supplying Gordon Ramsay's F Word kitchen for a second time. It's a real testament to Ty Nant's quality that our Natural Mineral Water has been selected once more as Gordon continues on his campaign to get the nation eating - and drinking - only the best!'
Ty Nant lights up Starr's Restaurant!
Stephen Starr, one of the biggest and best stateside restauranteurs, made his New York debut in December 2005 with Morimoto, a two story Restaurant and lounge, seating 150 in the dining room.
Japanese architect Tadao Ando designed the restaurant which has been described as 'a sparkly wonderland for glittery people'. A big hit with the fashionista, Morimoto has some delectable design features such as toilet seats that rise as you step into the cubicle and pleated fabric walls and ceilings.
The furniture was designed by Welsh designer Ross Lovegrove, who also designed Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd's award winning, curvaceous PET bottle. So it will come as no surprise that Morimoto New York has elected to stock award winning Ty Nant Natural Mineral Water. What may prove somewhat more surprising is that an entire wall has been constructed from an impressive display of Ty Nant PET bottles and atmospheric lighting!
Ty Nant Signs New 4 Year Deal to Sponsor the Stella Artois Tennis Championships
Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd, the internationally renowned bottled water producer famed for its design led packaging and cool, refreshing taste, is pleased to announce that Ty Nant Natural Mineral Water will remain the water of choice at the prestigious Stella Artois Tennis Championships for the next four years.
Ty Nant's crimson red bottles have been a regular fixture at The Stella Artois Championships for the past 3 years and the event, which takes place each June at The Queens Club London, is now firmly established as a real highlight of Ty Nant's calendar of high profile sporting events. Now, Ty Nant is delighted to be back by popular demand having secured a further four year agreement to remain the Official Water Supplier to the Stella Artois Tennis Championships.
A Ty Nant spokesperson commented: 'We are thrilled to be continuing our association with the Stella Artois Tennis Championships. Our award winning premium product range compliments this prestigious event perfectly and our presence at this type of event increases our international visibility further still.'
Award Winning Water for Award Winning Artists
Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd, famed for its iconic cobalt blue glass bottles and curvaceous PET bottles, was delighted to be back at this year's BRIT Awards, which took place on February 15th at London's Earls Court.
Back by popular demand, Ty Nant brought award brought award winning style to award winning artists as Official Water Partner at the 2006 star studded bash.
Today's hottest stars including Coldplay, the Kaiser Chiefs, James Blunt and Madonna kept cool by sipping on Ty Nant throughout the show, which was once again hosted by Chris Evans.
A Ty Nant spokesperson commented: "our partnership with the BRITs continues to go from strength to strength. Not only does the sponsorship provide valuable exposure to Ty Nant's target audience, it also confirms Ty Nant as the soft drink of choice for clubs, dance and music event organisers, who search continually for creative products and trends to enhance the event experience."
The West Wales School of the Arts at Coleg Sir Gâr 8th Annual Photography Award - March 2006
The 8th annual The West Wales School of the Arts at Coleg Sir Gâr photography competition took on March 3rd 2006. As in previous years the competition generated some truly excellent photography which some students developed into advertising concepts for Ty Nant. This year's winners were:
TY NANT supports Cirque du Soleil: Alegría
Ty Nant is delighted to be supporting Alegría, the spectacular new show from world famous Cirque du Soleil.
The themes of the show, whose name means jubilation in Spanish, are many - power, old age, youth to name but a few - and it is against this backdrop that the characters of Alegría play out their lives. Clowns, Kings' Fools, Minstrels, Beggars, Old Aristocrats and Children make up its universe in this spellbinding performance, which is taking to the stage at the Royal Albert Hall in the New Year.
As the old order tries to keep tomorrow out, a new day is dawning and the future is rushing in.