# How to start a protein water brand

> Protein water is a clear drink with protein in it, in a can, still or sparkling. We develop it with you and it is made by specialist producers under your brand. Minimum and lead time are on request.

Source: https://www.nordicfunctional.com/guides/start-a-protein-water-brand
Updated: 2026-10-21
Contact: info@nordicfunctional.com

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| Format | Cans, still or sparkling |
| Minimum | On request |
| Lead time | On request |
| Ready drink, to test first | From 480 cans, 2.5 weeks after design approval |
| Payment | Upfront by bank transfer |

## Decide first: Four choices make the brief.

The sooner these are clear, the sooner we can come back with a minimum and a timing.

- Still or sparkling (sparkling and flavoured is often sold as protein soda)
- The flavour
- How much protein you want per can
- Where you will sell: gym fridges, cafes, shops or online

## Test first: Test your drinks brand with 480 cans.

If you want to know your buyers will take a drink under your name before you develop your own, start with our ready drink under your label from 480 cans. Your cans are at your door 2.5 weeks after you approve the design.

## How it works: From your logo to your cans.

1. Send your logo and website. Tell us the format and roughly how much you want. Your logo and your website are the brief.
2. See it on the real pack. We send a mock-up of your label on the real pack, so you see the product before anything is made.
3. Samples, then your order. You check samples first. When you are happy with them, you place your order.
4. Pay upfront. Our ready drink and stock formats are paid upfront by bank transfer.
5. We label, pack and ship. We label, pack and ship your products under your brand.

## What we need from you

- Your logo, as a vector file if you have one.
- Your website or social page, so the label matches your brand.
- Still or sparkling, the flavour and the protein per can.
- The quantity you want to start with.
- Where you plan to sell.

## Questions

### What is the minimum for a protein water brand?

On request. Tell us the quantity you have in mind and we will tell you what is possible.

### What is the difference between protein water and protein soda?

Protein soda is usually sparkling and flavoured. Protein water can be still or sparkling.

### Can I test a drinks brand first?

Yes. Our ready drink goes under your label from 480 cans, at your door 2.5 weeks after you approve the design.

### Who makes it?

We develop the drink with you and it is made by specialist producers under your brand.