If you've ever bought bottled water in France, chances are you've grabbed a Cristaline. It's everywhere—supermarkets, cafes, vending machines. And for good reason.
What's the Story Behind Cristaline?
Back in 1992, Pierre Castel and Pierre Papillaud had a simple idea. Why ship water across France when you could source it locally? They started bottling spring water from regional sources, and Cristaline was born.
Today, Cristaline pulls water from more than 20 different springs scattered across the French countryside. Each one meets strict quality standards, but they all share something in common: clean, naturally filtered water that tastes the way water should taste—like nothing at all.
That might sound boring, but it's exactly what makes it great. No mineral aftertaste. No weird notes. Just water.
Why Offices in Dubai Are Starting to Notice
We've had clients ask us, "Why should we care about French water when we have perfectly good local options?"
Fair question. Here's our take:
It's positioned as premium, but priced reasonably. Unlike some European brands that charge a premium for the name alone, Cristaline keeps things accessible. When you're buying for an office of 50 people, that difference adds up.
Consistency matters. Your team drinks water every day. Having something that's predictably good—same taste, same quality—makes a difference in how people perceive your office environment.
It's a conversation starter. Clients visiting your office notice the details. French spring water on the meeting room table says something about your company's attention to quality.
Available Sizes Through MHO
We stock Cristaline in the formats that make sense for office use:
- 500ml bottles — Perfect for desks and one-on-one meetings
- 1.5L bottles — Great for conference rooms and longer sessions
- Bulk cases — For offices going through water fast
You can mix and match in your regular orders. Most clients add a case or two to their existing pantry deliveries.
The Environmental Angle
Cristaline's multi-spring approach isn't just about taste consistency. By sourcing regionally across France, they reduce transportation distances. Less fuel burned getting water from spring to bottle.
It's not perfect—bottled water has its critics—but if you're going to stock water for your team, it helps knowing the brand thinks about these things.
Worth Trying?
If you're curious, we can add a case to your next order. No commitment beyond that. Your team will either love it or be indifferent, which is honestly fine either way. It's water.
But if you want something a step above the standard office water cooler, Cristaline's a solid choice.
Browse our water selection or drop us a message if you want to set up a tasting for your office.
