Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

Folkington's is a premium beverage company based in Arlington, United Kingdom, renowned for its commitment to authenticity, sustainability, and traceability. Founded in 2012 by Paul Bendit, the company has quickly grown into a respected brand in the natural drinks segment across the UK and several international markets.

Core Business

Folkington’s specializes in crafting natural fruit juices, sparkling drinks, tonics, and mixers using carefully selected ingredients. The company's ethos revolves around three pillars: provenance, quality, and sustainability. They source fruits and botanicals from long-established farmers and growers, often from specific regions, to ensure consistency in taste and support ethical supply chains.

Product and Service Offerings

Folkington's product portfolio spans several categories:

• Juices: Orange Juice (Valencia oranges from Spain), Cloudy Apple Juice, Pear Juice, Mango Juice.
• Sparkling Pressés: Elderflower Pressé, Lemonade, Ginger Beer.
• Tonic Waters: Indian Tonic Water, Light Tonic Water, Cucumber Tonic Water.
• Mixers: Soda Water, Bitter Lemon, Ginger Ale.

All products are free from artificial sweeteners, preservatives, or coloring agents, emphasizing clean labeling and natural processing.

Specialization and Core USP

A defining feature of Folkington’s is its dedication to provenance. For example, their orange juice consistently uses Valencia oranges from the same farming co-operatives in Spain, while their elderflowers are wild-harvested in England. This traceability model ensures flavor consistency year-round and provides transparency across their supply chain.

Another USP lies in their sustainable practices. The company uses:

• Recyclable aluminum cans and glass bottles.
• Cardboard packaging from FSC-certified sources.
• Lower carbon footprint logistics, sourcing regionally when feasible.

Financial Performance

While Folkington’s is a privately held company and detailed financial statements are not publicly available, market insights and interviews suggest:

• Annual revenues exceeding £5 million as of 2023, with consistent year-on-year growth of 12–15%.
• The brand has secured distribution in over 20 countries, especially in Europe and Asia-Pacific regions.
• Major retail and hospitality chains in the UK stock Folkington's, including Waitrose, Booths, and Marriott Hotels.

Shipment and Export Data

According to data from ImportYeti and Volza:

• Folkington’s has recorded over 130 international shipments in the past 24 months.
• Major import destinations include Germany, Japan, South Korea, UAE, and Australia.
• Top product exports include Indian Tonic Water and Cloudy Apple Juice.
• Shipment volumes indicate growth of 18% YoY, highlighting expanding international reach.

Target Market

The brand targets:

• Premium hospitality and hotel chains
• Health-conscious consumers
• Retail buyers looking for clean-label, provenance-rich products
• Mixologists and cocktail bars seeking high-quality mixers

Folkington’s also services airlines and cruise operators, leveraging its compact, recyclable packaging and premium appeal.

Capabilities

• Production Facility: Bottling and canning capability for both ambient and chilled products.
• Custom Formulation Services: Collaborates with hospitality chains for custom tonic profiles.
• Logistics: Robust supply network across the UK and Europe with temperature-controlled warehousing.

Certifications and Compliance

• SALSA Certified (Safe and Local Supplier Approval) for food safety assurance.
• FSC Certification for packaging.
• Member of the British Soft Drinks Association (BSDA).
• Compliant with UK/EU labeling regulations and allergen declarations.

Customer Testimonials

“Folkington’s has been our go-to premium juice partner for over five years. Their consistency and transparency are unmatched.”
— Head of Procurement, Marriott Hotels UK

“Their Indian tonic has become a staple in our cocktail menus. Guests notice the difference.”
— Head Mixologist, The Ivy Collection

Major Achievements

• 2023 Winner of the Great Taste Award for Cloudy Apple Juice and Elderflower Pressé.
• Shortlisted in The Grocer Gold Awards 2022 under “Small Brand of the Year.”
• Selected as an official supplier to Royal Ascot 2023.
• Partnered with British Airways for onboard beverage service on select European routes.

Folkington’s continues to cement its position as a trusted, premium, and sustainable beverage partner for buyers across retail, HoReCa, and international markets.