Food Theory: Is Expensive Water Actually WORTH It? (Taste Test)

Recent questions

• How do different bottled waters vary in taste?

  Bottled waters have distinct flavors based on their sources and purification processes. Natural spring waters like Evian, sourced from the French Alps, contain minerals like calcium and magnesium, giving them a unique taste. On the other hand, purified waters like Dasani undergo extensive filtering to remove impurities, resulting in a more neutral flavor. The more purified the water, the blander the taste, leading some brands to add minerals artificially for enhanced flavor. Expensive waters like Evian, Voss, and Fiji derive their flavors from pure sources, while cheaper brands may filter water from various sources and add minerals back in for consistency.

• What was the outcome of the blind water taste test?

  The blind water taste test conducted by the Food Theory channel revealed clear preferences among the testers. Evian, a natural spring water brand, stood out for its superior taste due to its mineral-rich content. Participants, including Steph and the narrator, were confident in distinguishing water brands based on taste. However, the effort to enhance water taste with minerals backfired for some, making it taste unpleasant. The test also involved a prank round where participants were challenged to guess the order of prices of the water brands they tasted, showcasing the difficulty in discerning differences in water quality.

• How do expensive water brands enhance their flavors?

  Expensive water brands like Evian, Voss, and Fiji derive their unique flavors from pure sources and specialized filtration processes. For example, Evian is sourced from the French Alps, while Voss comes from a Norwegian stream, and Fiji water undergoes volcanic filtration. This volcanic filtration process allows good minerals to enhance the flavor while keeping contaminants out. Cheaper water brands, on the other hand, may filter water from various sources and add minerals back in for consistent taste. The distinct flavors of expensive waters are a result of their pure sources and meticulous filtration methods.

• Is it necessary to splurge on expensive bottled water?

  While expensive bottled waters like Evian, Voss, and Fiji offer unique flavors derived from pure sources, they are not necessary for everyday consumption. Tap water or mildly filtered water is sufficient for most people, with chilled water masking any imperfections in taste. Splurging on expensive water may be enjoyable for special occasions, but for daily hydration, practical and cost-effective options like tap water or chilled water are more than adequate. Expensive bottled water can be a luxury, but it is not essential for everyday hydration needs.

• What is Air-Up and how does it work?

  Air-Up is a reusable plastic bottle that allows users to flavor their water with scent-based flavor pods without artificial sugars or flavors. By pushing down the flavor pod, the water tastes plain, but when activated, the scent mixes with air bubbles as you drink, creating the illusion of flavored water. This innovative product offers a variety of flavors like raspberry lemon, providing a refreshing experience without added chemicals. Air-Up sponsors content creators and offers a discount code for purchasing the bottle and flavor packets, promoting hydration in an environmentally friendly way.