If you've ever mixed a 2before pre-workout sachet into your shaker and wondered what gives it that distinct, tart flavor, the answer lies in the rich soil of New Zealand. But flavor is just the beginning.
Behind every serving is a story of careful cultivation, powerful natural compounds, and a team obsessed with performance and precision. From the fields of the South Island to the lab, the science behind 2before ensures that every batch delivers measurable benefits backed by research.
Curious how New Zealand blackcurrant powder ends up supporting your performance and recovery? Here's what goes into making each scoop count.
1. A Natural Advantage from the Ground Up
Rooted in the nutrient-rich soils and cool climate of New Zealand's South Island, blackcurrants thrive under ideal growing conditions. The island's long summer daylight hours, clean air, and minimal pollution contribute to the berries' unusually high antioxidant levels, especially anthocyanins, the key compounds linked to exercise support.
While blackcurrants can be found in many areas with temperate climates throughout the world, New Zealand blackcurrants contain a uniquely high ratio of delphinidins and cyanidins, a profile not seen in berries grown elsewhere. These specific anthocyanins work synergistically to activate the body's natural antioxidant regulator (NRF2), a mechanism that may help support endurance, recovery, and immune function.
2. Handled with Precision
From harvest to shaker, every blackcurrant used in 2before is tested to ensure it contains the optimal balance of anthocyanins. These powerful plant compounds play a key role in performance and recovery, so you get consistent, reliable support in every scoop.
The founders of 2before were directly involved in early studies on New Zealand blackcurrants at the Institute for Plant and Food Research. These groundbreaking trials revealed how blackcurrants can help boost blood flow, manage inflammation, and reduce oxidative stress after exercise, key factors for endurance, recovery, and overall performance.
3. Carefully Harvested at Peak Potency
Blackcurrants' anthocyanin levels can vary throughout their growth stages, which means timing is everything for harvesting. Blackcurrants are harvested once a year during the Southern Hemisphere's summer months (around December through February) when the berries' anthocyanin content is at its peak. This ensures each berry contains the highest level of active compounds possible.
Harvesting is just the beginning. Once they're removed from the bush, berries are immediately frozen and processed to preserve their natural integrity, locking their nutritional value and tart flavor. This gives 2before its signature taste and potent performance support.
4. Freeze-Dried for Maximum Nutrient Retention
To retain nutritional benefits and extend shelf life without the use of synthetic preservatives, 2before blackcurrants are freeze-dried using advanced technology. Unlike outdated methods that can degrade nutrients, our low-temperature drying process gently removes water while locking in the berry's full antioxidant power and bold flavor. This leaves a concentrated powder packed with the natural performance-supporting potential of New Zealand-grown blackcurrants, ready to be added to your shaker.
5. Precisely Formulated for Reliable Results
Each sachet of 2before pre-workout supplement contains a standardized dose of 120 mg of blackcurrant anthocyanins. This is the level shown in scientific research to deliver measurable support for endurance, muscle recovery, blood flow, and immunity. Whether you're choosing the caffeinated or caffeine-free version, you can expect a formulation designed to be fast-absorbing, easy on the stomach, and effective.
6. Rigorous Testing and Certification
2before's blackcurrant pre-workout powders are Informed Sport Certified, a globally recognized standard for athletes. This certification means each batch is independently tested for substances banned in sport before it's shipped to our customers worldwide. This ensures every sachet is safe for both elite competitors and active individuals who take their performance seriously.
7. Pre-Measured for Peak Performance
Once the powder is packaged into individual sachets, it's ready to be shipped, either directly to your doorstep or to local warehouses for faster delivery. The single-serve format makes it easy to maintain dosage consistency, even when you're on the go. Just mix with 2-8 oz of water or your preferred beverage, shake, and enjoy about 30 to 60 minutes before your workout for peak absorption.
8. Backed by Community and Ongoing Research
2before's story doesn't stop at the blackcurrant fields or in the lab. From elite athletes to everyday movers, our community continues to grow with users sharing how blackcurrant pre-workout has become a trusted part of their training routines. It's not just the functional support that keeps them coming back. It's the clean plant-based formula that fits seamlessly into a modern wellness lifestyle.
Why New Zealand Grown Makes All the Difference
Every sachet of 2before starts in the rich soils of New Zealand, where blackcurrants are grown with care and processed with precision to preserve their powerful benefits. This unique origin isn't just a detail — it's the reason our supplement delivers such consistent, research-backed support for performance, recovery, and daily wellness.
Discover why New Zealand-grown blackcurrants pack a punch, and feel the difference for yourself.
