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Who is "so gud™"?

so gud™ is a sustainable packaged tea, RTD beverage and water brand focused on delivering toxic microplastic-free, ready-to-drink teas and spring waters.

Driven by the founder Ashanti's vision, so gud™ aims to replace plastic with sustainable alternatives in the beverage industry. Through innovative PLA (plant-based) bottles, so gud™ offers a safe, eco-friendly choice for families concerned about harmful microplastics and the health of the planet.

Mission and Vision

Mission:
To revolutionize the tea and beverage industry by providing high-quality, harmful microplastic-free, and sustainably packaged beverages that families can trust.

Vision:
To lead a global shift away from fossil plastic in beverages, making eco-conscious choices accessible to every consumer.

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Tea for Your Mind, Body, Soul & Earth

From Sri Lanka to Canada to the USA – One Sip at a Time

Welcome to so gud™, the Texas-based sister company of maNASA Inc., founded in Burlington, Ontario. Together, we're on a mission to craft sustainable, microplastic-free teas and beverages that nourish you—and protect the planet.

Rooted in Sri Lankan tea tradition and family legacy, so gud™ was created by me, Ashanti, and my husband Nishan, inspired by my father's love of Ceylon tea and his passion for elephant conservation. What began as a tribute has grown into a movement.

We offer hand-picked fine Ceylon tea in plastic-free tea bags and loose-leaf blends, ready-to-drink teas, and spring waters -all packaged without petroleum-based plastics. Our plastic-free plant-based PLA bottles are a safer choice for families concerned about health and the environment.

My journey started with ZellJoy.com, promoting plastic-free living, and evolved into maNASA Tea, known for its compostable packaging. With so gud™, we're taking things further—delivering great-tasting, eco-friendly beverages made for conscious consumers.

We're proud to partner with Luvinda Delwita, a Ceylon tea expert with 25+ years of experience, to ensure each blend is as flavorful as it is mindful.

Why We Do It

At so gud™ with maNASA™, sustainability is non-negotiable. We use:

Compostable, plastic-free packaging
Ethically sourced teas
Carbon-neutral shipping
Plastic removal programs
QR-code traceability for transparency

Join Us

Whether you're brewing at home or sipping on the go, thank you for choosing tea that's better for your body—and the Earth.

Let's raise our cups to wellness, elephants, and tea that's truly so gud™.

With love,

Ashanti

Founder, so gud™ + maNASA™ Tea

Here's to Happy (Tea) Drinking! 🫖🌍

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About Luvinda Delwita

Introducing Luvinda Delwita, the Tea Guru behind the so gud™ with maNASA™ brand. His unwavering dedication is the very foundation on which so gud™ with maNASA™ stands.

With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years as a Tea Taster, Tea Valuer, and Tea Marketer/Auctioneer in the Fine Ceylon Tea industry in Sri Lanka, Luvinda's expertise is the backbone of every cup of so gud™ with maNASA™.

His deep-rooted expertise ensures that every blend is crafted with precision, guaranteeing an exceptional sensory experience with every sip. Under Luvinda's expert guidance, so gud™ with maNASA™ are sourced with meticulous care from the finest tea farms in Sri Lanka, capturing the essence of the island's rich tea heritage.

Luvinda's unwavering commitment to quality is the cornerstone of so gud™ with maNASA™'s success. His profound understanding of tea culture and his dedication to maintaining the highest standards make each cup of so gud™ with maNASA™ a testament to excellence, flavor, and tradition.

In addition, Luvinda has a working knowledge of Cinnamon, Pepper, and Vanilla cultivation and processing, which he pursues as a hobby, further enriching his understanding and appreciation of Sri Lanka's agricultural heritage.

so gud™ with maNASA™ is incredibly grateful and fortunate to have Luvinda join our team. With his leadership, we're confident in delivering the finest teas that delight the senses and honor the rich heritage of Sri Lankan tea.

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