Montbest Wins ITI '3-Star' Award for Six Consecutive Years, Proving Global Quality Competitiveness
Six Consecutive Years of Recognition Since 2021 Prove Consistent Quality and Trust
Proactive Management of Microplastics and More Through the "1+CARE" System That Exceeds Legal Standards
The premium bottled water brand "Montbest" has been awarded the highest distinction, "3 Stars," at the 2026 ITI International Taste Institute Awards, hosted by the International Taste Institute (ITI). With this achievement, Montbest has received the top rating for six consecutive years from 2021 to 2026, affirming its consistent quality and taste in the global market.
The ITI International Taste Institute Awards are held in Brussels, Belgium, where approximately 200 taste experts from around the world conduct blind tests to meticulously evaluate products across five criteria: first impression, visual, olfactory, taste, and final sensation. In this year's evaluation, Montbest achieved an outstanding overall score of over 90 points, once again captivating global experts for the sixth consecutive year.
This accomplishment is the result of Montbest's proprietary "1+CARE" quality management system. Based on the philosophy of adding an extra layer of management (+1) beyond legal requirements, 1+CARE operates with stricter internal standards than national regulations and a 24-hour monitoring system. In particular, Montbest has proactively strengthened the management of fine particles and foreign substances through the voluntary adoption of a "triple-filter clean air" process and "purified water cleaning" double process, even though these are not legally mandated.
In addition, Montbest has comprehensively proven its world-class safety by obtaining globally recognized certifications such as NSF International, FSSC 22000, and ISO 9001.
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A Montbest official stated, "Winning the ITI 3-Star Award for six consecutive years proves that the '1+CARE' philosophy of 'taking one more step in care' has been validated by international standards. We will continue to uphold strict quality standards for premium bottled water and live up to consumer trust."
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