About Nature’s Spring
Nature’s Spring is a Filipino bottled drinking water brand owned by Philippine Spring Water Resources, Inc. (PSWRI). Established in 1991, the brand has grown into one of the largest and most recognized bottled water brands in the Philippines. Nature’s Spring is known for producing purified, distilled, alkaline (pH9), and flavored beverages, with nationwide distribution across supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants, schools, offices, and water delivery services. According to the company, it is the country’s leading bottled water brand, with a focus on providing safe, affordable, and accessible drinking water. [1]
History
Nature’s Spring traces its origins to the aftermath of Supertyphoon Ruping (Typhoon Mike), which devastated Cebu in 1990. The destruction severely damaged the local water supply, forcing many residents to rely on unsafe water sources. The resulting outbreaks of waterborne diseases—including cholera, diarrhea, hepatitis A, and El Tor—highlighted the urgent need for clean drinking water.
In response, Philippine Spring Water Resources, Inc. (PSWRI) was founded in 1991 with the goal of producing clean, safe, and affordable bottled drinking water for Filipino communities. What began as a regional effort in Cebu gradually expanded into a nationwide operation through investments in manufacturing facilities, logistics, and product innovation. [1]
Company
- Owner: Philippine Spring Water Resources, Inc. (PSWRI)
- Founded: 1991
- Industry: Beverage Manufacturing
- Headquarters: Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Type: Privately owned, 100% Filipino-owned company
- Products: Bottled drinking water and ready-to-drink beverages [2]
PSWRI has expanded its operations with manufacturing plants in several parts of the Philippines, enabling nationwide distribution. The company continues to invest in automated bottling technology, quality assurance systems, and logistics infrastructure. [2]
Products
Nature’s Spring offers several beverage categories, including:
Drinking Water
- Purified Drinking Water
- Distilled Drinking Water
- pH9 Alkaline Drinking Water
- Bottled Water (various sizes)
- Gallon Water Refills [1]
Ready-to-Drink Beverages
- Nature’s Spring Ice Tea
- Flavored and vitamin-fortified beverages (selected markets) [3]
Quality and Safety
Nature’s Spring states that its products undergo multiple stages of purification, filtration, and quality testing before distribution. The company reports that its facilities operate under internationally recognized quality management standards, while its bottled water products are registered with the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA). [4]
The company emphasizes:
- Multi-stage water purification
- Routine laboratory testing
- FDA product registration
- Food safety compliance
- Continuous quality monitoring [1]
Mission
According to the company:
To provide every Filipino with quality, clean, safe, and affordable drinking water while maintaining high standards in purification, sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction. [1]
Vision
Nature’s Spring aims to become the most trusted bottled water brand in the Philippines and expand access to safe drinking water while promoting environmental responsibility and community development. [1]
Corporate Social Responsibility
In 2017, PSWRI established the Nature’s Spring Foundation, its corporate social responsibility arm.
The foundation supports initiatives in:
- Education and scholarships
- Public health
- Environmental conservation
- Safe water access
- Community development
Its programs align with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including Quality Education, Good Health, Clean Water and Sanitation, and Climate Action. [5]
Market Presence
Nature’s Spring products are widely available throughout the Philippines via:
- Supermarkets
- Convenience stores
- Restaurants
- Hotels
- Schools
- Offices
- Water delivery services
- Online ordering platforms [1]
The company states that Nature’s Spring is the No. 1 bottled water brand in the Philippines, reflecting its extensive distribution network and long-standing presence in the market. [1]
Environmental Initiatives
Nature’s Spring has introduced sustainability measures including:
- Lightweight PET bottle designs that reduce plastic usage
- Tree-planting and watershed rehabilitation projects
- Community environmental programs through its foundation
- Efforts to promote responsible packaging and recycling [4]
Brand Identity
Nature’s Spring is recognized for its slogan emphasizing affordable hydration for Filipinos and has positioned itself as a household brand associated with:
- Affordability
- Accessibility
- Clean drinking water
- Filipino ownership
- Nationwide availability [4]
Key Facts
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nature’s Spring |
| Owner | Philippine Spring Water Resources, Inc. |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Country | Philippines |
| Industry | Bottled Water and Beverages |
| Headquarters | Pasig City, Philippines |
| Products | Purified, Distilled, Alkaline Water, Ice Tea, Other RTD Beverages |
| Market | Nationwide Philippines |
| CSR Organization | Nature’s Spring Foundation |
Nature’s Spring has evolved from a regional response to a public health crisis into one of the Philippines’ most recognizable beverage brands, with a focus on safe drinking water, nationwide distribution, and community development. [1]
