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Teisseire is a French brand of syrups founded in 1720 by Mathieu Teisseire, a liquoriste and vinegar maker. Today, the Teisseire products are distributed directly to 35 countries around the world, and sold in over 80. Launched in the French Alps, his distillery originally produced a cherry liqueur called Ratafia de Teisseire. In 1789, Camille Teisseire, Mathieu’s only son, took over the family business. As recognition for his work as a city council man during the French Revolution, and then as French Deputy of Isere, a district in the French town of Grenoble was named ‘Teisseire’. The company was then purchased in 1907 by François Reynaud,

In 1927, after François’ death, his two sons began producing non-alcoholic fruit syrups. In 1957, François’ grandson (also called François) introduced the aluminium tube. This innovation propelled Teisseire outside regional boundaries. By 1959, they had launched a lightweight and unbreakable metal pack. It was at this point distribution took off. The protective metal can was perfect for drinking during races, establishing its roots in cycling. With the aid of its famous advertising vans, Teisseire was among the first to form the caravan of the Tour de France.

By 1971, Teisseire had outgrown its site in Grenoble and moved production to Crolles, in the heart of the French Alps. 1988 saw Teisseire unveiling a unique new bottle, a new label and a new sales and marketing team devoted solely to the hotel and restaurant sector. In 1994 they launched the first metal can/bottle (known by insiders as a ‘cottle’ or 'bidon').

In 2004, Fruité Entreprises took a majority share in Teisseire, and as a result sales reached €280m. A 0% sugar version of some of their most popular sirops was launched in 2007. In 2010, Britvic acquired Teisseire, becoming the world’s biggest squash and sirop manufacturer.

History

Teisseire launched on the UK market in April 2015.

The Teisseire at-home range includes the following flavours: Grenadine, Passionfruit, Lemon, Raspberry, Mojito, Pink Grapefruit 0%, Raspberry and Cranberry 0%.

Professional Barista flavours include: Amaretto, Gingerbread, Cane Sugar, Hazelnut, Vanilla, Caramel, Strawberry, Irish Cream and Chocolate.

Professional flavours include: Violet, Strawberry, Apple, Banana, Coconut, Cherry, Lime, Passionfruit, Pineapple, Raspberry, Cactus, Bubblegum, Le Bleu, Cinnamon, Green mint, Blackcurrant, Orange, Watermelon, Rose and Mango. There are a total of 52 variants