Rafinade redefines soda, blending tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation into a refined, naturally brewed experience. Inspired by my great-grandfather’s soda water factory, I created a beverage that elevates soda into something to be savored. Using organic Spanish fruits and a gentle partial fermentation process, Rafinade enhances natural flavors with minimal sugar. Crafted for the upscale restaurant and hotel sector, it’s a drink designed for those who appreciate quality. The result is Rafi, a name that embodies our artisanal soda, with each variety—like Rafi Lemon—capturing the bright, refreshing essence of its ingredients.
Rafinade’s journey begins over a century ago in Nagykanizsa, Hungary, where my great-grandfather, Ignaz Weisz, ran a soda water factory. At a time when carbonated drinks were becoming a staple in daily life, he perfected the craft of pure, refreshing soda water, delivering quality and consistency to his community. His factory stood as a testament to precision, tradition, and a dedication to real refreshment—values that have traveled through generations. Our Family still possesses one of the original 120 years old bottles.
Though the factory eventually closed, its legacy remained a part of my family’s story, shaping my own passion for flavor, fermentation, and craft beverages. My brothers, Rafael (Rafi) and Daniel, both pursued culinary excellence, bringing bold flavors and creativity to their work as chefs. Inspired by my family’s connection to quality and taste, I set out to reinvent soda for the modern world—this time, with a fresh twist.
With my background in biotechnology, I developed Rafinade, a Spanish Organic Brew that merges traditional craftsmanship with natural fermentation. Using organic fruits from Spain and a gentle partial fermentation process, Rafinade enhances the natural flavors of its ingredients while keeping sugar levels low. It’s crafted not just as a refreshment, but as a drink to be savored—shared among friends, much like fine wine.
Rafinade is more than a soda—it’s a story in every bottle.
At Rafinade, we start by sourcing the finest organic fruits from Spanish orchards, ensuring every ingredient is fresh, natural, and full of flavor. We use a gentle fermentation process to unlock the fruit’s depth, allowing natural yeasts to enhance its complexity over a few days. To maintain balance, we add only as little sugar as necessary, letting the fruit’s own character shine. The fermentation is then carefully halted and blended with fresh juice, carbonated, and bottled. A final pasteurization step ensures stability while preserving the bright, refreshing taste—a naturally brewed soda, crafted for mindful indulgence.
