Johannisbrunnen healing water in Hof bei Straden

The Johannisbrunnen was first mentioned in a document as early as 1678, making it the longest-used acidulous well in Styria. The healing water is bottled directly at the spring in Hof near Straden and has a healing, preventive and soothing effect due to the large number of vital minerals and trace elements. It improves the body's defenses and increases concentration and performance.

Appearance (color, luster, movement in the glass):
Clear, glossy, with pale silver to pebble gray impression.
Mousseux with large rising beads
Little viscosity, low adhesion to the edge of the glass, collects quickly.

Flavor (aroma, onset, taste impression, finish):
Pure-toned with medium intensity and a hint of magnesium sweetness or magnesium bitterness.

Base Taste (Mouthfeel, Carbonation, Body, Texture):
Multi-layered impressions due to the refreshing and invigorating carbonic acidity, balanced and harmonious, finely sparkling, with a touch of saltiness and a brief impression of calcium dryness on the palate, followed by typical iron aromatics. Medium-bodied, slightly occupying on the palate and pleasantly creamy.

Finish:
Medium-long finish with sweet-salty elements reminiscent of iron.

Wine and food recommendation:
Gleichenberger Johannisbrunnen is a perfect thirst quencher due to the combination of mineralization and carbonation, suitable for enjoyable drinking neat and for mixing with wine and juices, as an aperitif and as a companion to medium to heavy not too woody white wines and fruity red wines. Corresponds with strong and spicy cold and hot dishes with the components of fresh cheese or Styrian cheese, with lamb and grilled dishes.

Fun Facts:
The medicinal water supports the health of mucus loosening, promotes digestion, prevents over-acidification of the stomach, has a positive effect on liver and bile complaints, improves the body's defenses and increases concentration and performance.
Total mineral content: 5042 mg/l, Free carbonic acid: 1640 mg/l
Special feature: iron, hydrogen carbonate