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*UK-based Firefly Tonics will add Recharge, an antioxidant-rich drink, to its range of healthy beverages. *

“We developed Recharge because we wanted to make the ultimate drink for a run-down day," said Harry Briggs of Firefly Tonics. "We picked the most antioxidant-rich juices (pomegranate, blood orange and rose hip), and asked our herbalist to develop a formula that would give an immediate boost, and support the immune system. He chose echinacea, elderflower and Siberian ginseng for immune support, along with kola nut, rosemary and chilli for a mood-lift.

“We started developing the drink in May this year, and it took about three months of testing to get the drink absolutely right.

“The photo on the front of the silver bottle was sent to us by a customer, and captures the spring in your step you have when you’re on form. It’s a man leaping on Bondi beach!”