Revamping apple cider vinegar with a twist of kombucha
21 Mar 2019
Willy’s ACV is bringing a modern twist to the age-old tradition of fermenting by creating a whole range of healthy drinks made from all-natural ingredients. It was launching its kombucha-ACV drink at the IFE in London. Cath White, Marketing Director at Willy's ACV notes that gut health is storming the market and a trend within this that is here to stay is apple cider vinegar.
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