Our story
Even though nature has been producing natural spring water since–forever–it took us a while to discover and begin bottling the evian natural spring water we all enjoy today.
Photo credit: Hervé Schmelzle
1789
Where we came from
Let’s take a look back to where it all began: 1789 to be exact. This wasn’t just any year, it was the most important year in evian water history: the year our natural spring water source was discovered by a local French nobleman, the Marquis de Lessert, in the town of Évian-les-Bains. While out on a walk, he got thirsty and drank from what turned out to be far more than any ordinary spring. The Marquis found this particular water to be so ‘light and easily drinkable’ that he started drinking it regularly.
1806
From Cachat source to evian® water and thermalism
Seduced by the quality of the water, Monsieur Cachat began selling its water to the local community. Soon after, people wanted more than just to drink the water, they wanted to be fully immersed in it. In 1806, the first thermal spa opened, followed in 1826 by the first bottling facility installed on the site of the Cachat source. Its popularity attracted visitors from all over Europe and beyond. The Company of the Mineral Waters of Evian and the evian® brand were then created in order to develop the activities of thermalism and water bottling. Driven by the increasing demand of people who wanted to enjoy evian® benefits at home, a bigger scale bottling started at the end of the 19th century. Ever since, our evian® water has become synonymous with healthy hydration and wellness.
Photo credit: Hervé Schmelzle
1978
Importation
Keeping with our passion for pioneering, Danone Waters of America became the first to import a premium natural spring water brand–evian–in the US and Canada in 1978, but we didn’t stop there.
2019
Certified
B Corp™
And speaking of certifications to be proud of, Danone Waters of America was officially certified as a B Corp™ in 2019. Becoming a B Corp™ represents our commitment to meeting high standards of social and environmental impact, transparency and accountability. To learn more, visit our B Corp™ profile here.
We’re also proud to be the #1 premium natural spring water worldwide*, sold in more than 140 different countries!
Follow the journey of every drop at evianexperience.com
* GlobalData, evian, Leading Global Premium Non-Carbonated Mineral Water Official Brand Certification, 2018
Where we’re going
As a company, we take a lot of pride in our history and how widely enjoyed our products have become, and we believe in living with a sense of purpose. We’re passionate about what’s happening in the world beyond the French Alps and how we can play a part in it. From our pledge to become a completely circular brand to exciting designer collaborations, we’re always thirsty for fresh challenges and creating progressive new solutions to benefit future generations.
Though we may be young at heart, we’re still 230 years old, and we need fresh perspectives to maintain that youthful glow. It’s partnerships with relevant talent in the worlds of fashion, sports, and sustainability, like Maria Sharapova that help us do just that. They help us look at everything through fresh eyes and stay tuned in to the ever-changing needs of the world and its people.