# Gantry Brands

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/gantry-brands

- Industry: Consumer Products
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.drinksanzo.com
- Total disclosed funding: $10M
- Latest round: Series A (Feb 21, 2022)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

Gantry Brands LLC is a beverage company specializing in Asian-inspired sparkling waters, offering unique flavors that cater to health-conscious consumers seeking refreshing alternatives in the seltzer market.Founded in 2018 in New York, US, Gantry Brands LLC focuses on producing Asian-inspired sparkling waters under the brand Sanzo. The company has completed 2 deals, with the most recent funding round occurring on February 21, 2022. In this Series A round, they raised USD 10.000 mn led by CircleUp, with participation from various other investors. Sandro Roco serves as both the Founder and CEO, bringing previous entrepreneurial experience to the helm of the company.Sanzo specializes in a range of Asian-inspired sparkling waters, with flavors including Yuzu with Ginger, Mandarin, Calamansi, Mango, Lychee, and Pomelo, as well as a Variety Pack. These products are designed to offer consumers a distinctive flavor experience that combines refreshment with cultural authenticity, targeting health-conscious individuals, Asian-American communities, and seltzer enthusiasts. The distribution strategy includes online sales and partnerships with retailers across the United States.Sanzo generates revenue primarily through direct-to-consumer sales on its online platform, where customers can purchase sparkling water products in individual flavors or variety packs. The sales approach includes one-time purchases and subscription models for convenience. The company’s pricing strategy aims to remain competitive while promoting bulk purchases through variety offerings, supported by strategic partnerships to enhance market access and visibility.Following the Series A funding of USD 10.000 mn raised on February 21, 2022, led by CircleUp, Gantry Brands LLC plans to invest in product development, exploring new formats for its brand. The funding will support the launch of upcoming new products aimed at expanding its market footprint, particularly targeting growth into new geographic regions.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Feb 21, 2022, $10M — CircleUp, Outbound Ventures, Semillero Partners, Kaya Ventures, Mana Ventures, xx, Hyphen Capital, Gold House Ventures

## Investors

- CircleUp (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/circleup) — Series A
- Outbound Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/outbound-ventures) — Series A
- Semillero Partners — Series A
- Kaya Ventures — Series A
- Mana Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mana-ventures) — Series A
- xx (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/xx) — Series A
- Hyphen Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hyphen-capital) — Series A
- Gold House Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gold-house-ventures) — Series A