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Maison Perrier® has announced a significant diversification of its portfolio with the launch of Maison Perrier French Kiss, the brand's first-ever sweetened sparkling water innovation. Launching in time for the Valentine's Day trading period, the new line marks a strategic pivot from the brand's traditional unsweetened mineral water roots into the high-growth functional beverage category.

The launch is engineered to bridge the gap between premium sparkling water and the booming "gut health" soda market. By incorporating real fruit juice and prebiotics, Maison Perrier is positioning the product to appeal to consumers seeking flavour and function without the high sugar content of traditional soft drinks.

Prebiotics and Low Sugar

The defining feature of the French Kiss range is its functional profile. Unlike standard flavoured sparkling waters, this formulation includes:

• Prebiotics: Delivers 6 grams of fibre per can to support digestive health.

• Real Fruit Content: Contains at least 10% real fruit juice.

• Low Sugar: Sweetened naturally with less than 1 gram of sugar per serving.

This specification sheet places the product in direct competition with functional soda disruptors, offering a "refined" European alternative in the prebiotic aisle.

Flavor Portfolio

The range debuts with four dual-fruit flavour combinations, bottled in the south of France:

• Blackberry & Lemon

• Peach & Cherry

• Mango & Coconut

• Raspberry & Lime

Molly Lyons, Senior Marketing Manager at Maison Perrier, described the launch as a "vibrant new chapter" for the portfolio.

"With French Kiss, we're proud to introduce our first-ever sweetened sparkling water," Lyons stated. "Inspired by our French heritage, it blends Parisian sophistication with a burst of fruit-forward flavours and a prebiotic twist, which complements our existing offerings while pushing the boundaries of refreshment."

Commercial Rollout and Distribution Strategy

Maison Perrier is executing a phased retail rollout to build momentum throughout Q1 2026.

• Immediate Availability: The product is currently listed on Amazon and at Harris Teeter.

• Phase 2 (Mid-to-Late February): Expansion into Target and Publix.

• Phase 3 (Early April): Nationwide availability across all major retailers.

Pricing: The line carries a suggested MSRP of $8.49 for a 6-can pack, positioning it in the premium functional beverage tier.