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The Fontis Water Difference

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Water is water is water … right? Absolutely not! There is truly a difference and Fontis Water exceeds the competitors on numerous levels. First, there is the fact that Fontis Water is Mountain Spring Water that comes from our own springs in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The Source

When rain falls in the Blue Ridge Mountains, it seeps through porous rock that acts as a natural filter. After its underground journey, the crystal clear water makes its way to our spring. Once there, the 55º F water is drawn from the deep rock source into stainless steel containers.

However, we don’t stop there. To further assure its purity, Fontis Water undergoes filtration and ozonation at the bottling facility. The water is tested every hour to ensure our customers are getting the purest, highest quality natural mountain spring water available.

Our Service

Yes, water is our business, and we believe we do it better than anyone else. We believe this not just because of our great tasting water, but also because of our legendary customer service. Our employees are the best in the business. They are prompt, courteous and truly care about each of our customers. It is not uncommon to receive several calls each week from a customer wanting to let us know how great our drivers are when they deliver their water. We deliver when we say we will deliver and we will be there with a smile.

“Our delivery driver is the best,” said Sandy Delves, a longtime Fontis Water customer. “We can always count on our delivery to be correct and on the day we are scheduled. If we are at home when he arrives, he is never too busy for a quick hello. We’ve heard horror stories about other water delivery companies, but you won’t hear those things about Fontis Water.”

These are just a few of the reasons companies and families have us deliver their water to them throughout metro Atlanta, and we’d love to deliver our great tasting water to you as well. To learn more about our home and office water delivery, please visit us at FontisWater.com or call us at 678-494-1981.

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Winter Weather in Atlanta this Weekend?

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The weather models are changing rapidly, but it looks like there is a slight chance North Georgia might get a bit of winter weather this weekend.

There are already reports this Friday morning that rain is pushing into parts of the state, according to Channel 2. Most areas, however, will just get sprinkles today, according to Karen Minton. She said temperatures in metro Atlanta may not get out of the upper 40’s. However, the big weather event will be Saturday and Sunday.

Winter storm watches have been issued for parts of northeast Georgia beginning Saturday night and ending Monday morning. One watch scheduled to go into effect at 7 p.m. Saturday covers Habersham and Rabun counties.

Heavy mixed precipitation is possible with total snow accumulations of up to 10 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Ice accumulation could be up to two-tenths of an inch, the Weather Service reported.

So, whether we get snow or not, it sounds like a great weekend to us to enjoy some warm Fontis coffee … indoors! K-Cups and drip coffee are all available for delivery to your front door.

 

 

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Living Longer with Coffee?

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Did you coffee-drinkerknow there might possibly be a connection to living longer and drinking coffee? According to The Chronicle Newspaper, scientists have uncovered a “connection between advancing age, systemic inflammation, cardiovascular disease, and caffeine consumption.”

The Study

The recent post cites the Stanford University School of Medicine study found “inflammation is a driver of cardiovascular disease and increased rates of mortality. Metabolites, or breakdown products, of nucleic acids — the molecules that serve as building blocks for our genes — circulating in the blood can trigger this inflammatory process.”

Authority Nutrition even confirms this fact stating that hundreds of different compounds found in coffee actually have important health benefits. “Several massive studies have now shown that the people who drink the most coffee live longer and have a reduced risk of diseases like Alzheimer’s and diabetes.”

Antioxidants

One of the biggest health benefits found in java are the antioxidants. These compounds protect our bodies from oxidation, which includes free radicals that can harm molecules in our body. And a little known fact? Oxidation is thought to be one of the driving forces behind ageing and even diseases like heart disease and cancer. Also, Authority Nutrition states that coffee just happens to be the biggest source of antioxidants in the Western diet, outranking fruits and vegetables.

Ready for that second cup of Joe or do you need more proof? Because we have it! For instance, let’s look at a groundbreaking study in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2012: Freedman ND, et al. Association of coffee drinking with total and cause-specific mortality. New England Journal of Medicine, 2012. In this study, 402,260 individuals between 50 and 71 years of age were asked about their coffee consumption, and the results were pretty remarkable. After following the people for 12-13 years, those who drank the most were significantly less likely to have died. For all of us java drinkers, those are statistics that can help us all sleep better at night! And feel better when we make that next coffee order.

So why not live longer and enjoy some amazing coffee from Fontis Water. Because we deliver great coffee to your home or office, it’s easy to enjoy a delicious tasting cup! Just call 678-494-1981.

 

 

 

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Happy Thanksgiving from Fontis Water

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We all hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. As you enjoy time with family and friends, we hope you reflect on the all the things you are grateful for this year. We are more than thankful for all of our customers. And just like you, we too will be enjoying time with our families this week. Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday (November 22 and 23, 2018). Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Fontis Water! But before we go, here are some fun facts to impress family and friends.

Turkey Day Trivia

First. did you know our national holiday actually stems from the feast held in the autumn of 1621?

It is true, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast. That feast is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. However, for more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by individual colonies and states. In 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, Thanksgiving Day was proclaimed by President Abraham Lincoln.

More fun facts to impress your family and friends, because isn’t that what we do at the holidays?

100,000+ is the number of questions experts will typically answer between November and December on Butterball’s Turkey Talk-Line. More importantly, if you need the number here it is 1-800-288-8372. You are welcome!

Did you know 244 million turkeys were raised in the United States in 2016. And roughly 44.5 million of them came from Minnesota.

Perhaps one of the most staggering numbers is $2.983 billion. This is the amount spent on Thanksgiving dinner in the U.S. Now that is a lot of turkey and dressing, however there are no regrets!

Sweet potatoes anyone? 3.1 billion pounds of sweet potatoes were produced by major sweet potato producing states in 2015.

Fun places to live and eat turkey? How about Turkey Creek, Arizona; Turkey, Texas; Turkey Creek village, Louisiana; and Turkey, North Carolina.

Lastly, turkey was not at the top of the list at the first Thanksgiving. Most likely, the first feast probably had deer or venison, ducks, geese, oysters, lobster, eel, and fish. While these all sound amazing, aren’t we grateful for turkey and dressing?

Again, Happy Thanksgiving to you all. May it be a time of joy for all.

The above stats compliments of the Census Bureau, USA TODAY and Statistics Brain.

 

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But First Coffee

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We have all seen them. The picture of health walking into the gym with a large cup of coffee in hand! Honestly, is that a good idea before a workout? Actually, yes!

Coffee First

Research has shown that drinking a cup of java before your morning workout can help to boost your performance.

“Caffeine is a stimulant that acts on the central nervous system, the heart, and possibly the ‘center’ that controls blood pressure,” all of which play a vital role in helping your mind and body push harder in a workout, says Heidi Skolnik, M.S., a sports nutritionist and owner of Nutrition Conditioning, Inc. “It can also increase the release of feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine, which affects pain receptors and mood while you’re working out.”*

Caffeine is absorbed within 15 to 45 minutes of drinking it, but its peak effects happen between 30 and 75 minutes. So when should you drink that cup of coffee before hitting the gym? Researches say about one hour before your workout is the best time.

Drink More Fluids

“You’ll want more fluids than just an eight-ounce mug of Joe to get adequately prepped, though. Chasing your brew with some water is key if you’re not getting to your workout right away. “Coffee counts as a fluid,” says Skolnik, but you’ll still want some additional liquid in your tank. If you have an hour or two before your workout, pair your java with seven to 12 ounces of water.”*

Burning the Fat

Perhaps the greatest benefit of drinking a cup of Joe before your workout is its fat-burning properties. Coffee, when consumed before exercise, can cause fat cells to be used as an energy source as opposed to glycogen. Also, the high amounts of caffeine in black coffee will increase your metabolism Opens a New Window. , which makes you burn more calories throughout the day. Having coffee before exercise enhances that effect.

As a bonus, caffeine and other compounds found in the good stuff act as an appetite suppressant, making you consume less overall.

Now where to get that coffee, and yes even that required water. Look no further than Fontis Water. Our drivers can deliver your favorite brands directly to your home or office.  Drip coffee, K-Cups and even Tassimo discs are all available. Brands such as Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts and our own private label brand are the perfect choice for your pre-workout cup of coffee. To learn more visit FontisWater.com or call 678-494-1981.

*Source Dailyburn.com and Mensjournal.com

 

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Weekend Fun with Fontis Water

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This weekend marks the end of an extremely busy festival season for us. However, we are wrapping up this time with two great events – Chomp & Stomp and the Taste of Kennesaw.

Chomp & Stomp

Join us at the annual Chomp & Stomp Chili Cook-off and Bluegrass Festival benefiting Cabbagetown parks, green spaces, and community center! Last year, we had beautiful weather, and it’s looking to be the same this weekend. You won’t want to miss the tastiest, foot-stompin’est, MOST FUN fall festival in Atlanta! The event takes place from 11 AM to 6 PM in the Cabbagetown Neighborhood, 650 Gaskill Street SE, Atlanta, 30316.

Taste of Kennesaw

Bring your appetite to the 2018 Taste of Kennesaw in downtown Kennesaw on Saturday, November 3, 2018, from 11 am to 7 pm (rain or shine). There will be more than 40 different local restaurants and an expected 25,000 people will be on hand to sample the delicious dishes. Food samples are sold in $1 increments, from $1 to $4. While you are there, you can also enjoy live music on two entertainment stages throughout the day.

The kids will enjoy the wide variety of activities, including a rock wall, inflatables and slides, a trackless train, and more. Did we mention, admission is free?

Restaurants will also be competing for recognition in the following categories:

  • Best Entrée
  • Best Dessert
  • Best Food Presentation
  • Best Decorated Tent
  • Best Appetizer

Of course, there will be plenty of great tasting Fontis Water on hand for your enjoyment. The weather is going to be gorgeous, so come on out and see us!

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Trick or Treat! We Want the Candy!

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Next week princesses, super heroes, ghouls and goblins will be knock on your door shouting … Trick or Treat! And you know what those cute little things want. They want candy! But not just any candy, they want the good stuff.

The Good Stuff

According to the DailyMeal.com there actually are favorites. Will you have any of these in your treat bowl?

 

The Top 5*

5. Starburst: This chewy, fruity candy that leaves your mouth watering used to be called Opal Fruit when it launched in Britain in 1960. But now we know them as Starburst and we love them. 1,705,007 pounds of Starburst are bought for Halloween; let’s hope there are plenty of pink ones in there!

4. Reese’s Cups: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, in mini form and in pumpkin and bat shapes, may be the most beloved Halloween candy, but they’re only the fourth most popular. 1,969,984 pounds are sold in anticipation of the spookiest night of the year.

3. Snickers: Snickers combines nougat, caramel, peanuts, and chocolate to create a chewy, tasty candy bar that everyone loves. Both buyers and trick-or-treaters will be fulfilled this Halloween season, with 2.2 million pounds sold.

2. M&Ms: Is there any Halloween candy more classic than M&M’s? Whether they’re peanut, caramel, crispy or plain, these little chocolate buttons are everywhere for the Halloween season; 2,472,032 million pounds are bought for the holiday.

1. Skittles: Skittles is one of the most-liked brands on Facebook, with over 23 million people liking these fruity candies, and it’s the most-liked and most purchased Halloween candy, according to CandyStore.com. Just how popular are these fun and fruity candies? They’re the only treat to surpass 3 million pounds sold, with a whopping 3,487,101 pounds sold. And if you didn’t know just how adored Skittles are, then you probably don’t know these other facts about the most popular Halloween candies.

And of course we suggest washing all this wonderful candy with Fontis Water! What? You don’t have Fontis at your house? Well we can fix that if you call us at 678-494-1981!

*Source DailyMeal.com

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Cool Weather Calls for Warm Drinks

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The cooler temperatures have finally arrived, and we could not be more excited about 65 degree evenings at Fontis Water! With the cool weather comes the time for some great warm drinks, and we have got some recipes for you to try.

Did Someone say Coffee and Spirits?

We found some incredible adult coffee recipes and think you might too!

Hot White Russian

2 1/2 cups freshly brewed coffee
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup Kahlúa or other coffee-flavored liqueur, or to taste
1/4 cup vodka, or to taste
Whipped heavy cream for garnish if desired

Directions:
In a saucepan stir together the coffee, the 1/2 cup cream, the Kahlúa, and the vodka and heat the mixture over moderate heat until it is hot. Divide the mixture among heated mugs and garnish each drink with some of the whipped cream.

Anatolia Cafe

1 oz. Pierre Ferrand 1840 cognac
1 oz. Luxardo Cherry Liqueur
¼ oz. Cinnamon Syrup
Coffee

Directions:
Mix all ingredients and top with coffee, whipped cream, and powdered cinnamon.

Gingerbread Break

fast

2 oz. Spiced and buttered Captain Morgan’s rum**
3/4 oz. Ginger syrup
1.2 oz. Half and half
Top with black co

**Buttered Rum:

1 bottle Captain Morgan’s rum
4 oz. Unsalted butter
2 tbsp. Maple syrup
2 tbsp. Granulated sugar
2 tsp. Cinnamon
10 Cloves

Directions:
Place all ingredients except rum in a pot and bring to a simmer till butter is melted. Slowly stir in rum. Pour into a casserole dish and place in freezer for 35 minutes. Skim butter fat from surface. Pour through a fine mesh strainer.

Courtesy of PB&G at the Four Seasons Orlando

Looking for a non-alcoholic alternative? We loved this Dulce de Leche Coffee recipe from Ree Drummond as well as this Cafe Mocha recipe from Trisha Yearwood.

And the even better news? You can order your favorite coffee from Fontis Water to make all of these incredible drink recipes.

 

 

 

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Fall Flavors Arrive at Fontis

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Fall is here and we all know what that means … pumpkin everything! Pumpkin donuts, pumpkin air freshener and yes, pumpkin spice coffee. Guess what? We too have pumpkin spice coffee at Fontis!

Fontis Water is known for its great tasting water, but we are also known for our amazing coffees too. From our own breakfast blend to Donut Shop our customers love our coffee selection, and for a limited time we are also offering pumpkin spice!  We also offer other beloved brands such as Batdorf & Bronson, Seattle’s Best, Folgers Coffee. Dunkin’ Donuts and Starbucks. These are all sold in fractional packs. The amount of coffee inside the fractional packages is directly proportional to how much coffee you’re making, or how strong you like it.

We also offer K-Cups and right now you can get a brewer and 96 K-Cups for only $199. Mix and match your 96 K-Cups from any of our K-Cup brands. This is a $250 value for $199, a 20 percent savings that will only be offered for a limited time. Our superior quality single serve K-Cup machine is perfect for home and small offices.

So if you are ready for fall and some great tasting fall coffee, it’s time to order from Fontis! Call us today at 678-494-1981 to set up your delivery right to your home or office.

 

 

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It’s Fall at Fontis

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This weekend fall arrives and with it comes a lot of great events, including East Atlanta Strut and Old Fourth Ward Fall Fest.

East Atlanta Strut

East Atlanta Strut is this Saturday, September 22. Wristbands are$5, and buying a wristband proves you’re old enough to walk around with a beer and is how Strut makes money to pay for itself and donate to local nonprofits. Attendees will not be able to carry around alcohol without a wristband. The parade will take place at 2 PM and the line up will begin on Patterson Avenue.

The street market will include 70+ artists and a new vintage section. There will also be a Kids Village open from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. It will feature giant board games & fun for all

ages. Food trucks and beer will be available in several locations around the Village. Other bars and restaurants will also be serving food & alcohol, though may have limited menus due to crowd size.

Old Fourth Ward Fall Fest

The Old Fourth Ward Fall Festival will also take place Saturday, September 22, from 11 AM to 11 PM. Your favorite local food trucks will be on hand and there will be free live music all day long.

The lantern parade will also take place Saturday evening and is a favorite of all festival attendees. Did you know you’ll be able to purchase a DIY kit and decorate at your own pace? DIY kits include 16″ round lantern with support stick, LED lantern light with batteries and access to the festival’s DIY decorating tent with all of the arts and crafts supplies you need to create your parade lantern. Kits are available for purchase, on site (for $20). Limited supply, plan ahead!

At both festivals you will be able to enjoy Fontis Water. So, make sure you stop by and see us!

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