Rhenser Mineralbrunnen

What Rhenser Mineralbrunnen does

Rhenser Mineralbrunnen GmbH is a privately held German beverage producer founded in 1862 and headquartered in Rhens on the Rhine River. The company draws natural mineral water from five springs on its owned property and operates a single production facility filling approximately 130 million units annually across four packaging formats (glass, PET, Tetra Top carton, and bulk containers). Core output is bottled still, medium, and sparkling mineral water under the Rhenser brand (Classic, Naturelle, Medium), extended by Bio-AquaPlus beverages, sugar-reduced lemonades and spritzers, and — following the February 2024 acquisition of the Koblenzer brand — regional beer varieties including Pils, Helles Bräu, and Radler naturtrüb. Production relies on conventional mineral water bottling technology, complemented by sustainability-led investments such as a January 2026 PET compressor delivering ~30% energy savings and Tetra Top® carton packaging made from 90% renewable raw materials.

The company operates a sales-led, regionally concentrated go-to-market model. Distribution runs through supermarkets, convenience stores, and foodservice operators across the Koblenz, Rhens, and Mittelrhein region of Rhineland-Palatinate, supplemented by direct-to-consumer sales at the weekly Rhens market and B2B supply relationships with regional event organizers, festival partners (Weinfestival Koblenz, Electronic Wine, Koblenzer Ufer-Kino), the Koblenz carnival association, and tourism bodies. Marketing is conducted primarily through organic social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest), an email newsletter (CleverReach), and on-the-ground event sponsorship. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is governed by standard B2B terms (AGB).

The business is currently operating under a preliminary insolvency administrator following an Insolvenzantrag filed at the Local Court Koblenz on March 4, 2026, after the death of managing director Christian Berentzen and the appointment of Holger Sieck as interim CEO. The company has stated that business operations continue without restriction, and it most recently received the DLG Geprüfte Qualität 2026 quality seal for Rhenser Mineralwasser Classic. Headcount is approximately 140 employees.

Name

Rhenser Mineralbrunnen

Legal name

Rhenser Mineralbrunnen GmbH

Website

https://rhenser.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1862

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Rhenser Mineralbrunnen GmbH is a privately held German mineral water and beverage producer founded in 1862, based in Rhens on the Rhine. It bottles water from five springs into ~130 million units annually and serves regional retailers, foodservice operators, and event organizers in the Koblenz and Mittelrhein area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Bottled Mineral Water and Beverages

NAICS

Bottled Water Manufacturing (312112), Soft Drink and Ice Manufacturing (31211), Beverage Manufacturing (3121), Soft Drink Manufacturing (312111)

SIC

Bottled & Canned Soft Drinks & Carbonated Waters (2086), Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Mineral Water Bottling (Naturally Mineral) (AFAFACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sparkling/Carbonated Bottled Water Production (AFAFACAE), Flavored/Enhanced Bottled Water Production (Essenced, Vitamin, Electrolyte) (AFAFACAF), Still Soft Drinks & Flavored Waters (Non-Carbonated) (AFAFABAB), Non-Carbonated Soft Drinks (Juice Drinks, Lemonades, Fruit Drinks) (CRADAHAB), Sports Drinks & Hydration Beverages (CRADAHAK), Vitamin- & Mineral-Fortified Beverage Production (AFAFAFAC)

Keywords

• Mineral water bottling
• Soft drink production
• Regional beverage distribution
• Natural mineral water
• Beverage packaging

Headquarters

HQ city

Rhens

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Mineralwasser und Erfrischungsgetränke: Sale of branded mineral water (Classic, Naturelle, Medium), Bio-AquaPlus beverages, and sugar-reduced lemonades through retail and foodservice channels.
2. Koblenzer Bier: Sale of Koblenzer branded beer products including Pils, Helles Bräu, and Radler naturtrüb. Brand acquired in February 2024 as part of regional brand preservation strategy.
3. Eventpartnerschaften und Sponsoring: Sponsorship and partnership arrangements with regional events including Weinfestival Koblenz, Electronic Wine, Koblenzer Ufer-Kino, and various local festivals.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Rhenser Mineralbrunnen produces and distributes natural mineral water and soft drinks sourced from 5 springs at its Rhens facility on the Rhine, including still, medium, and sparkling mineral water variants (Classic, Naturelle, Medium), Bio-AquaPlus beverages, sugar-reduced lemonades, fruit spritzers, and the acquired Koblenzer beer brand. The portfolio is offered in glass bottles, PET bottles, and Tetra Top carton packaging, and is sold through regional retail, weekly markets, and B2B event/hospitality supply relationships in the Koblenz/Mittelrhein area.

Product overview

Rhenser Mineralbrunnen is a traditional German beverage company that has bottled natural mineral water in Rhens since 1862. The product portfolio is organized around the core Rhenser Mineralwasser (offered in Classic, Naturelle, and Medium variants) supplemented by a range of health-oriented beverages including Bio-AquaPlus drinks (WaterGlück), sugar-reduced refreshments, and spritzers. Following the February 2024 acquisition of the Koblenzer beer brand, the portfolio expanded to include regional beers. Products are available in multiple packaging formats including glass bottles, PET bottles, and the Tetra Top® carton bottle system with 90% renewable materials. The company operates 4 container types and fills approximately 130 million units annually across 5 springs with 140 employees.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Koblenzer: Beer brand acquired by Rhenser Mineralbrunnen in February 2024, offering Pils, Helles Bräu, and Radler naturtrüb varieties.
• WasserGlück
• Festivalwasser
• Rhenser Apfel-Spritz

Products and services

• Rhenser Mineralwasser Natural mineral water sourced from 5 springs in Rhens and bottled since 1862. Available in three varieties: Classic (with carbonation), Naturelle (still), and Medium (lightly carbonated). Offered in glass bottles, PET bottles, and Tetra Top cartons for regional retail, hospitality, and event supply.
• Wasser Plus / Bio-AquaPlus-Getränke Bio-based flavored beverages including WasserGlück (Bio-Apfel), offering organic and health-oriented drink options that complement the core mineral water portfolio for regional consumers.
• Erfrischungsgetränke Refreshing beverages including fruit spritzers (e.g., Apfel-Spritz, Citrus Spritz, Rosé Spritz), sugar-reduced lemonades, and mixer drinks sold through regional retail and foodservice channels.
• Koblenzer Bier Regional beer brand acquired in February 2024, offering Koblenzer Pils, Helles Bräu, and Radler naturtrüb (4.8% ABV), sold through regional retail and on-premise channels.
• Tetra Top® Kartonflasche (Festivalwasser / Festival water) Carton-bottle packaging made from 90% renewable raw materials (54% paper content, 36% plant-based plastic; bio-based PE cap and DOM from sugarcane). Used for Festivalwasser (festival water) supplied to events such as Weinfestival Koblenz and for selected retail SKUs, with recyclable recovery via Rhenser Recycling boxes.
• WasserGlück (Charity water) Charity water product sold during the carnival season, with proceeds donated to the 'Versteckte Engel' children's charity project of Tafel Koblenz (donations of €2,400 in 2024 and €3,333 in 2025).

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Weinfestival Koblenz / Koblenz-TouristikcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 April 2026Rhenser serves as official water partner for the Weinfestival Koblenz, providing mineral water and festival water to event visitors. The partnership includes sponsorship of multiple festival events including Electronic Wine, Blaue Stunde, Ufer-Bar, and Vinothek on Tour.
• Koblenzer Ufer-KinominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 August 2025First-time VIP sponsor and beverage partner for the open-air cinema event along the Mosel river. Provided full range of beverages including mineral water, non-alcoholic drinks, and Koblenzer beer varieties.
• Bee Together e.V.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the beekeeping association for the BeePartner project. The partnership manages two bee colonies on Rhenser property to support bee population conservation in the Mittelrhein region.
• Tobias Heinen (Regional Beekeeper)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal beekeeper partnering in the BeePartner project to maintain bee colonies and produce Rhenser honey on company grounds.
• Arbeitsgemeinschaft Koblenzer Karneval (AKK)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRhenser is official Zwischenwasserlieferant (interim water supplier) for the Koblenz carnival season, supporting the annual carnival celebration as part of regional tradition preservation.
• Tafel Koblenz e.V. / Versteckte EngelminorOthersSocial partnership supporting children's charity through WasserGlück campaign. Donations of 2,400 EUR (2024) and 3,333 EUR (2025) raised for the 'Versteckte Engel' project helping children in need.
• StadtJugendRing Koblenz e.V.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for 'Koblenz spielt' children's event, providing promotional activities and family engagement at the annual play day in Koblenz.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Bad Pyrmonter Mineralbrunnen: Mid-sized German regional mineral water bottler with a heritage brand and a portfolio of natural mineral water and flavored refreshments, directly comparable to Rhenser in scale and go-to-market approach.
• Gerolsteiner Brunnen: Germany's leading mineral water brand, also a natural mineral spring bottler with national distribution and a strong premium positioning. Closest direct competitor to Rhenser in terms of product (mineral water) and channel (German retail and foodservice).
• Hassia Mineralquellen: German regional mineral water bottler (Bad Vilbel) with a comparable product mix of mineral water and flavored beverages, plus regional heritage brand positioning similar to Rhenser.
• Mineralbrunnen Überkingen-Teinach: German mineral water bottler with multiple regional spring brands (Überkingen, Teinach, Krumbach), offering a directly comparable product portfolio of natural mineral water, spritzers, and soft drinks to German retailers.
• Vilsa Brunnen: Northern German mineral water bottler with a similar regional heritage, spring-sourced water, and mix of mineral water and flavored refreshment beverages sold through German retail.
• Adelholzener Alpenquellen: Bavarian regional mineral water producer with a comparable product mix of natural mineral water and organic/functional beverages sold through German retail and foodservice.
• Ensinger Mineralwasser: Regional German mineral water brand with a similarly localized heritage positioning, selling through regional retail and foodservice channels in southern/central Germany.

Broad incumbents

• Apollinaris: Established German premium mineral water brand owned by Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, providing national distribution scale and a broader portfolio against which Rhenser's regional play is benchmarked.
• Volvic (Danone): Major international natural mineral water brand distributed nationally in German retail, exerting pricing and shelf-space pressure on regional players like Rhenser.
• Nestlé Waters (Selters, Vittel): Multinational bottled water incumbent operating multiple German mineral water brands (including Selters) with national distribution, marketing budgets, and retailer power that significantly exceed Rhenser's.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/rhensermineralbrunnen
• Facebookfacebook.com/rhensermineralbrunnen
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rhenser-mineralbrunnen-gmbh
• TikToktiktok.com/@rhensermineralbrunnen
• Pinterestpinterest.com/rhensermineralbrunnen

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

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