At Nix & Kix, our mission is to remove the stigma and boredom that surrounds soft drinks.
For too long, soft drinks have been an ugly sister to alcohol, to functional drinks and to fresh juices. There’s been a lack of imagination, a lack of experimentation and a lack of passion. That’s the problem Nix & Kix is here to solve.
We’re here to give soft drinks a new name. And some added kick!
Our Story
Back in 2004, Kerstin and I had a chance encounter when we sat next to each other on a plane. Striking up a friendship we quickly bonded with our entrepreneurial spirit.
After finishing university and working a few years, we went travelling and exploring different cuisines and cultures. Chillies got our attention as they are a part of everyday diet in many parts of the world due to their flavour and health benefits.
In 2014 we set up a lab at the back of a small shop in Shoreditch to experiment with different flavour combinations with the goal to change the mindset around soft drinks for the better. We wanted to create drinks with exceptional flavour, great refreshment and a host of chilli-driven benefits that can actually make your day.
Working with Investor and Director, John Stapleton
Kerstin and I first met entrepreneur, event speaker and investor, John Stapleton at the Speciality and Fine Food Fair where we immediately clicked. John was excited by our mission and it went from there.
Over the last few years we’ve learnt so many valuable lessons from John which he acquired throughout his career. It’s clear John learned hugely from both successes and failures and he talks passionately and openly y about both, whether in an event forum or when interviewed. John has helped us with his experience building his own FMCG businesses. John now helps other early-stage businesses grow, either as an advisor or an investor.
John’s keynote topics include:
Embrace Adversity and Learn from Failure
Have the Courage of your Convictions
Our Top Tips
Our top tips for fellow entrepreneurs and start-ups which John emphasises on a regular basis, is that authenticity in business is key. Understand what attracts the consumer to your product proposition and make sure you have clear KPIs for your business. Ultimately, the most effective way to be successful in business is to allow yourself to be yourself.
To find out more about Nix and Kix and our story, check out our website here.