A Fresh Take On An Ancient Tradition
A new venture is making waves on the Matakana Coast with its unique blend of tradition and innovation. Solana Rituals, founded by local duo Mai Barton and Rachel O'Malley, brings a modern twist to a centuries- old practice with their Vitality Fire Tonic.
Mai and Rachel, who have called the Matakana Coast home for six and 15 years respectively, are well-versed in the world of wellness. With backgrounds in business, well-being, food, branding, and interiors, their combined experience has shaped the foundation of Solana Rituals. The idea emerged from their shared passion for maintaining good health amidst busy lives, inspired by casual conversations during early beach swims and ritual saunas. Their goal was to create a product that was both effective and easy to incorporate into daily life.
Fire tonics have been used for thousands of years, with many people taking apple cider vinegar daily for its numerous health benefits. Solana Rituals’ Vitality Fire Tonic offers a fresh take on this traditional remedy, brewed with 16 fresh, active ingredients in organic apple cider vinegar for over two months. This careful process extracts the best from each ingredient, resulting in a vibrant tonic designed to kick-start your day.
The Vitality Fire Tonic offers a range of benefits when taken daily. It can boost immunity, support digestion and gut health, balance blood sugar, improve circulation, kickstart metabolism, aid in weight loss, detoxify, and reduce inflammation. Versatile and easy to use, the tonic can be enjoyed in several ways including as a daily shot, or incorporated into salad dressings, cooking sauces and hot or cold drinks. Each shot is packed with beneficial bacteria, local Manuka honey, and a medley of fresh ingredients, offering a seamless way to enhance daily routines with a little boost.
But Solana Rituals is about more than just the product; it’s about building community. Every Monday at 8:30am, Mai and Rachel host a Vitality Fire Tonic shot and ocean dip at Omaha Beach, rain or shine. A simple yet powerful way to start the week with a boost of health and connection with others.
Quickly becoming a local favourite, find Solana Rituals every Saturday morning at the Matakana Farmers’ Market and try their Vitality Fire Tonic. Stay tuned for updates and new offerings from this exciting new venture as Solana Rituals continue to develop products to support wellness.