Poland Spring water was first packaged as a local elixir in the mid-1800s. It bubbled from the ground, and was bottled by the proprietors of a Maine inn. Today, it embodies a different era.

“Poland Spring brand bottled water is 100% spring water,” the company said. “We remain confident in our position and look forward to successfully defending against the remaining claims.” ...

Poland Spring water bottles on sale at iHeartRadio Z100 Jingle Ball 2021 on December 10, 2021. A group of consumers claimed in court that Poland Spring water is not drawn from natural springs.

File photo of Poland Spring water bottles on a table the finish line area of the B.A.A. Half Marathon on November 13, 2022, at Franklin Park in Boston.

The Stamford-based owner of Poland Spring, and multiple bottled water brands across the country, has agreed to merge with Primo Water, a Canada-based company that owns the Crystal Rock brand.

"Poland Spring brand bottled water is 100% spring water," the company said. "We remain confident in our position and look forward to successfully defending against the remaining claims." ...