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... Cacto was dreamed up by Sam who tried prickly pear for the first time and fell in love with this ancient fruit’s flavour and function. Today, we’re the UK’s first prickly pear drink that crafts our award winning drinks from real-fruit purée, pure bubbles, zero nasties, and 100% recyclable cans.
Cacto began with a discovery of flavour. The first time Sam - The prickly pear guy - tasted prickly pear fruit, he fell in love. Bright and refreshing, it quickly became his favourite fruit and the spark behind what would become Cacto. A consumer of coconut water's hydration benefits, he found cactus water didn’t just taste better, it felt better too.
But this ancient cactus fruit wasn’t just delicious, it happens to be one of the most sustainable fruits on Earth. Grown without irrigation or pesticides, and used for centuries as a healing tonic, the prickly pear was the perfect foundation for a new kind of plant-based drink. Working with family farms in sun-drenched regions, Sam set out to do things the right way: the prickly pears are harvested at peak ripeness, puréed fresh on-site to deliver real fruit flavour.
Today every can of Cacto reflects Sam's passion and we are proud to be The Real Cactus Water®. A planet loving, and refreshing alternative to coconut water and other plant-based drinks.
Prickly pear cactus is nature’s water-efficient champion – thriving without irrigation or pesticides, capturing large amounts of carbon and regenerating soil as it grows. It’s rich in magnesium, vitamins C & E, antioxidants, fibre and essential fatty acids, making it a centuries-old remedy for hydration, recovery and overall balance. It is one of the most sustainable fruits on Earth and at the heart of the Cacto brand. Oh... And it's super tasty too.
Our range brings the vibrant spirit of prickly pear to life in three exciting blends - each made with real fruit purée and pure sparkling water. Whether you crave something crisp and classic or a tropical twist, there’s a Cacto to match your mood.
A naturally functional sparkling cactus water made with real prickly pear purée, natural juices, and pure sparkling water – never from concentrate.
Yes – low in sugar and calories, a source of natural fibre, rich in magnesium (7.5 % NRV per 100 g) and supportive of hydration, recovery, digestion and skin vitality.**Based on traditional use and nutrient profile.
Because it’s planet-positive: zero irrigation, no pesticides, carbon-capturing CAM photosynthesis and soil-regenerating growth – while delivering unrivalled hydration and nutrients. It's a delicious alternative to other plant-based waters like coconut, aloe, bamboo or cacao.
Absolutely – vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, GMO-free, halal- and kosher-friendly, and free from all major allergens.
Family-run Mediterranean farms that use time-honoured, sun-powered methods – short supply chains, fewer emissions, and fruit that’s as good for the earth as it is for you.
We can locally in the UK using lightweight, fully recyclable cans and minimal packaging – and we’re always refining our logistics to tread ever more lightly. We are also charity partners of Water.org who actively reduce water deprivation across the globe.
Often described as a subtly sweet watermelon, our fresh prickly pear puree has a light but lasting flavour with a pleasant mouthfeel. It carries fruity notes of strawberry and watermelon with a refreshing citrusy finish.
Fear not... We use the deliciously pink, juicy fruits that grow on top of the prickly pear cactus plant, not the green pads that look like they could double as medieval weapons. These vibrant fruits are sweet, refreshing, and totally safe to sip (no gloves or tweezers required). Just bold flavour, zero spikes. You're welcome.
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