Get to know us!
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.
Our Team at the World Tea Expo, Las Vegas
Tea for Your Mind, Body, Soul & Earth
From Sri Lanka to Canada to the USA – One Sip at a Time
Welcome to so gud™, proudly a brand owned by MaNASA Inc., founded in Burlington, Ontario. From Canada to our Texas-based sister company, we’re united in our mission to craft sustainable, microplastic-free teas and beverages that nourish you—while protecting 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! 🫖🌍