Hint

Produces fruit-infused flavored water beverages

San Francisco, California, United States

About Hint

Hint specializes in fruit-infused flavored water, offering a range of natural flavors like peach, raspberry, pineapple, and watermelon. Their products are free from sugar, diet sweeteners, calories, preservatives, and are suitable for vegan, gluten-free, and kosher diets. Hint targets health-conscious consumers looking for a tasty alternative to sugary drinks, appealing to a wide audience including fitness enthusiasts and busy families. The company operates primarily through direct-to-consumer sales on its website, where customers can buy individual cases or subscribe for regular deliveries, benefiting from savings and exclusive flavors. Hint differentiates itself by focusing on health and wellness, providing a convenient hydration option while promoting sustainability through local bottling plants to reduce shipping costs and carbon emissions. The goal of Hint is to offer a healthy beverage choice that encourages repeat purchases and customer loyalty.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
$48MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

100% of insurance premiums for employees and dependents
Birthdays off
401(k) both regular and Roth
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid vacation and sick days
11 paid holidays

Risks

Increased competition from brands like Dragon Hint may confuse consumers.
Market saturation in flavored water could lead to price wars and reduced margins.
Reliance on online sales may be vulnerable to shifts towards in-store purchases.

Differentiation

Hint offers sugar-free, calorie-free, vegan, and gluten-free flavored water.
The company uses a direct-to-consumer model with subscription options for steady revenue.
Hint's partnership with Feeding America enhances its social responsibility profile.

Upsides

Growing interest in functional beverages offers expansion opportunities for Hint.
Eco-friendly packaging trends align with Hint's sustainability goals, enhancing brand appeal.
The rise of online grocery shopping boosts Hint's direct-to-consumer sales potential.

Funding

Total raised$47.99 M
Latest valuation$125.00 M
StageSERIES_D
EARLY VC
1/31/2019
$18
$87.50 M
DEBT
8/31/2015
$2
SEED
6/30/2013
N/A
$125.0 K