They all don't taste the same

Staff reporter

While water is generally tasteless and odorless, bottled water can vary significantly in taste and texture across different brands due to variations in total dissolved solids.

Icelandic Glacial Natural Spring Water, sourced from Iceland, is particularly renowned for its low TDS level of just 62 milligrams per liter, resulting in a smooth texture that many consumers appreciate.

A representative from Icelandic Glacial said this water originates from the Olfus Spring, where it has been naturally filtered through layers of lava over thousands of years.

The water boasts a pH of 8.4, classifying it as alkaline.

"The TDS level is 62mg per liter, making it a low mineral-content mineral water," the representative said.

According to a report by the US Environmental Protection Agency, TDS levels are a key factor influencing the taste and appearance of drinking water.

Generally, higher TDS levels correspond to increased mineral content. Common minerals found include calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium. Notably, when TDS levels exceed 170mg per liter, the water may taste salty, bitter or overly mineralized.

The spokesman also said the Icelandic natural glacier water facility operates using geothermal and hydroelectric power, with a fully automated bottling process conducted in a dust-free environment.

Importantly, no ingredients are added or removed during bottling, meaning the water is untouched until opened by consumers, ensuring its pristine quality.