Whenever our kitchens are a mess — it tends to feel like a metaphor for our life also being somewhat of a mess. You know the scene: When there are baking dishes and leftovers all over the place, mismatched Tupperware pieces spilling out of your cabinets, restocked pantry goods haphazardly stuffed into the wrong spots... It can be hard to deal when our kitchens are out of sorts.
If you're looking to declutter your kitchen, then you've come to the right place because we rounded up some of the coolest kitchen cabinet organizers and organization inspiration for your own kitchen in 2023. These babies save space without sacrificing style, which will make whipping up those one pot spring dinners way more fun. Keep reading for everything you need to know about how to organize kitchen cabinets.
How To Organize Kitchen Cabinets
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The most important thing to focus on when organizing your kitchen cabinets is maximizing space. That just means making the most of the space that you have, because no matter how big your cabinets are, if they're filled to the brim with items that don't have a dedicated spot, it's going to feel cluttered.
Focus on keeping similar items together, using up vertical space by stacking where you're able (like with bowls or glasses) and making sure that every object has a dedicated space.
Kitchen Cabinet Organization Ideas
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Use your cabinets to hold more than just kitchenware — display books and plants to bring some personality into your kitchen. You don't have to save all the fun for your bedroom and living room!
If you live in a small apartment, or just don't have cabinets, you can still take part in the fun. Use the space above your sink or your countertop to add your own shelves. This is a great option because when you're doing it yourself, you can customize the storage to your needs.
If you don't want to stack your plates (or you don't have the room for all the designs to have their own stacks), set them upright instead with a DIY plate rack. (via PMQ For Two)
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Okay, so this one isn't technically cabinet organization, but it will definitely save you room in your cabinets. DIY this wine rack that will move your wine bottles from your cabinets onto the wall and add color to your room at the same time.
The Home Edit's organization tips are totally inspiring thanks to their efficiency and their color. Grabbing bins from somewhere like The Container Store or Target can help you contain your products so they don't end up spread across your shelf, and they also make it easier to stack your items since they won't fall over.
Don't underestimate the power of labels. When you buy your bins, tubs, and other organizers, write what you intend to store inside on all the containers and make sure that the corresponding product is always inside. That way, you'll have one bin of flour instead of multiple half-empty bags. Plus, it just looks prettier!
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For a quick update on the system you already have, stack your plates so that like plates are together, with the biggest plates are on the bottom — this will ensure they sit together in a way that takes up the least amount of room.
Make sure all the rims of your glasses are touching when storing them in your cabinets, and when you're organizing mugs, face the handles toward each other so there's less empty space and more room for new mugs. Because let's be honest, we can always buy new mugs.
Don't forget to use up the space on top of your cabinets too! Grab some baskets to organize new bottles of olive oil, bags of coffee, or cleaning supplies that you get from the store. (via A Beautiful Mess)
Kitchen Cabinet Organizers
If you love to stay hydrated (ie: you have nine water bottles in your cabinet), then you should grab a product like this YouCopia UpSpace Bottle Organizer ($25+). It'll keep all your water bottle snug together so that you have more room for all your mugs. Speaking of...
The great thing about these Better Houseware Undershelf Cup & Mug Hooks ($10 for two) is that since they hook around the top of a shelf, they don't take up any room at the base.
One way to make sure you save room is to use up vertical space instead of horizontal space. That's why we love the Chrome Roll-Out Bakeware Organizer ($66), which stacks all your muffin tins and cookie sheets on their end. Trust us: this will save you tons of room.
Your fruit deserves a comfy spot to hang out in, so grab a Macrame Fruit Hammock ($30) that will keep fruit off the counter. Cute!
The great thing about a container like the Everything Organ Cabinet Depth Pantry Bin ($101+) is that it's clear because you know what you have at all times. You won't have to pull out the bins to see what's inside!
Use an Expandable Countertop Organizer ($38) in your cabinets — or use it on your counter to clear out your cabinets). We love that this pick's expandable because that means you can move it around to different areas, no matter how big the area is.
A pot organizer like this one from MUDEELA ($22) will keep all your pots and pans together, and you won't have to put up with the noise of when they're stacked on top of each other.
You can't forget about the spices! A rack like this Spice Rack($25) will keep all your spices together and make accessing them a whole lot easier.
Some mDesign Metal Pull-Out Baskets ($21) will create organization within your cabinet the way that cubes do. It's like a two-in-one storage space!
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Stop what you’re doing! Folks, we’ve finally got some intel on this year’s Starbucks summer menu.
Per menu leaks from popular foodie and inside source, @markie_devo, the Starbucks summer menu will introduce some pretty wacky drinks that include never-before-seen flavors and ingredients (hint: Refreshers with a spicy twist)! In addition to 6 new summery sips, it appears Starbucks will introduce a few fruityfood items, too.
The new drinks and snacks on the Starbucks summer menu will allegedly hit stores on May 7, but the coffee chain will *also*reportedly be releasing new menu items before then to tide you over. Scroll for what items will be joining the rumored menu!
Take note that the Starbucks summer menu rumors are just rumors (at least for now), and have not been officially confirmed. Let’s get into it!When does the Starbucks summer menu come out?
According to unconfirmed rumors posted online, the Starbucks summer menu is set to come out on May 7, 2024.
Does Starbucks have boba?
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Starbucks has never served boba nationwide before, but they did test it regionally for a brief period in late 2021. According to Tasting Table, only two Starbucks locations (one in California, one in Washington) tested out coffee boba pearls back then. The pearls were also popping boba (like the new summer drinks), but weren't received super well.
One person that tried the boba drinks in 2021 said the pearls were "really small and awkward to drink." People engaging in online discourse about the coffee boba pearls weren't happy about the attention and revenue the boba could potentially take away from small businesses serving authentic Taiwanese boba.
What's On The *Leaked* Starbucks Summer Menu
NEW! Summer-Berry Starbucks Refresher
The rumored Starbucks summer menu lists a brand-new line of iced Refresher drinks, with the Summer-Berry flavor leading! And... it has boba!
This alleged new sip is described as "a sweet summer blend of raspberry, blueberry and blackberry flavors mixed with water, lemonade or coconut milk and shaken with ice." It's poured over raspberry-flavored popping boba, which I expect would amp up the berry vibes even more!
NEW! Summer-Berry Lemonade Refresher
This next rumored sip is shaken with lemonade rather than water, which could give it a citrusy, zingy effect. Lemonade is the perfect bev for summertime, and I have a hunch it could pair really well with the raspberry boba pearls.
NEW! Summer Skies Drink Refresher
The Starbucks summer menu rumors don't quite detail what the Summer Skies Refresher is, but based on the leaked images, I think it could just be the Summer-Berry Refresher with a splash of coconut milk, much like the Starbucks Pink Dink. It'll also include boba! And based on the images, it appears Starbucks could supply wider green straws to help you sip up the pearls.
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White Chocolate Macadamia Cream Cold Brew
We've seen this drink on Starbucks menus before, and it's allegedly returning for summer 2024, which I am so excited about. The White Chocolate Macadamia Cream Cold Brew features "Starbucks signature cold brew sweetened with macadamia syrup, topped with a silky white-chocolate macadamia cream cold foam and finished with toasted cookie crumbles," according to Starbucks.
I feel like nutty flavors are more fit for fall, but it's nice that Starbucks is offering an option for the warmer months with this rumored returning iced coffee drink!
NEW! Orange Cream Cake Pop
The Starbucks summer menu rumors introduce a brand-new cake pop! The Orange Cream Cake Pop is described as "orange cream cake mixed with buttercream, dipped in chocolaty icing and finished with an orange slice design." The cute orange slice design honestly does it for me. I love an orange Dreamsicle, so I hope this Starbucks snack lives up to that standard!
NEW! Pineapple Cloud Cake
This rumored sweet snack is described as an "airy cake layered with a lightweight pineapple cream and pineapple spread with whole fruit pieces all topped with a sweet drizzle." It looks so yum.
What People Are Saying About The Rumored Starbucks Summer Menu
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The Starbucks summer menu rumors have sparked a fair amount of excitement online. A few commenters on @markie_devo's initial menu leak post said the proposed lineup looks appetizing and exciting.
"Now this looks good 💯🔥," one person wrote. "Finally something DIFFERENT," another said.
Some Starbucks fans were anticipating entirely different drinks for the summer menu, like the S'mores Frappuccino that came out in 2019.
"Where's the smores frapp😫," the first comment reads. "Wish they’d bring back the S’mores Frappuccino 😔," another wrote.
Starbucks isn't the first big coffee chain to add boba to their menu. Dunkin' had featured strawberry-flavored popping pearls on their menu back in 2021, and Dutch Bros just debuted their version in February 2024. Some Starbucks customers commenting on the menu rumors noticed this.
"Stole from Dutch lmao," one person wrote. "Dunkin did it first lol. But these are super interesting," another said.
Starbucks Is Doing Something Spicy...
Spicy Dragonfruit Refresher
Rumors about some spicy Starbucks Refreshers are also floating around the internet after @markie_devo posted a potential lineup. The first drink (of three) is the Spicy Dragonfruit Refresher. The rumored drink is your traditional Refresher, except shaken with "a new Spicy Chili Powder Blend" to bring a nice kick of flavor!
The spicy Refreshers will reportedly only be available for limited time. Rumors around the spicy lineup say they could be released in stores on April 16, 2024.
Spicy Strawberry Refresher
The Spicy Strawberry Refresher looks the most refreshing of all the rumored spicy Starbucks drinks. It looks like it's just the OG Strawberry Refresher base shaken with ice, fruit bits, and the spice blend. I bet it'd be so heavenly if you ordered it blended with ice, so it becomes a nice slushy texture!
Spicy Pineapple Refresher
I'm most excited about this rumored menu item because in my opinion, pineapple and spice are a classic combo! I've eaten way too much Tajin-covered fruit in my lifetime, and I can only hope this rumored drink emulates those flavors! This one also seems like the perfect contender to add a lil' splash of tequila for an easy cocktail. 👀
What People Are Saying About The Rumored Spicy Starbucks Refreshers
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In the wake of brand-new spicy drinks at Starbucks, some customers were thrown off by the menu rumors that @markie_devo posted.
"🤮 kinda takes away the “refreshing” aspect lol," one person wrote. "But I guess people who like spicy stuff on fruit will be happy."
One alleged Starbucks barista commented on the validity of the menu rumors, saying: "As someone who works at Starbucks, this isn’t fake, we got our chili powder in already 😃"
I'm excited to see how this pans out!
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A mirror can elongate a room, bring more light in, and make your space feel more open overall — and the Anthropologie mirror has been our (and the internet's) favorite way to do that for years. But that's not the only fabulous mirror Anthro's got up their sleeve. We've previously DIYed our own version of the Orbit Mirror, but Anthropologie has plenty of other gorgeous mirrors you can add to cart, too. So get ready because we've got some gems for you! We've got it all from your typical wall mirrors to more full length, statement pieces. Here are some of our favorite Anthropologie mirrors!
How do you make small spaces look bigger with mirrors?
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Mirrors help to create an illusion of added space and depth through the reflection. We especially love longer ones that sit on the ground because those have to be tilted slightly up and that adds even more depth to a space in seemingly creating higher ceilings or putting more focus on your ceiling. While they add to the space, an additional reason to use mirrors to decorate a space is to cover up any imperfections on the walls or hide any mistakes.
So now that you know all the reasons to add mirrors to your space, now let's get to shopping!
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Gleaming Primrose Mirror
With over 850 amazing reviews, this mirror is definitely beloved by so many customers and for good reason! It's an investment in your space sure to transform it into a timeless, art deco day-dream! I love the vintage style that it gives off to make for a timeless style that won't be too trendy but rather stay in your house for years to come. This one sits on the ground so it is sure to expand your space and make it feel enlarged and vintage-style.
Coquille Mirror
Looking for a fun twist on a bathroom mirror? Then we've got you covered with this funky, gold-detailed mirror. It is sure to add a hint of quirkiness to your space and help to open it up. Mirrors are key for bathrooms since they are such small spaces, mirrors help to open them up and make them feel larger than they are.
Krissy Wall Mirror
If you're more of a minimalistic girly, then this is for you! This mirror is simple, classic, and minimalistic; perfect for your space if you're hoping to keeps things simple. It's also listed at a phenomenal price of only $335 so you're also getting an incredible deal as well! Add this to your cart to give some more depth and elevated charm to a minimalist space.
Marta Bath Cabinet
This mirror is our most functional one in the list because it has dual purpose which we LOVE. It works not only as a mirror but also as a large bathroom space and cabinet. Who doesn't love having a multi-functional product? It can hold your beauty products and also a mirror to see your application of said beauty products. This stunning, wooden mirror is definitely a must!
Modernist Mirror
We are obsessed with this *modern* twist on a classic gold mirror. It's listed at under $400 and has great reviews as of today! We think this mirror would be the perfect addition to add some fun, gold touches to your walls to help add some depth and dimension. I know I will definitely be clicking "check out" on this fun piece.
Judarn Mirror
I don't think I've ever seen a more stunning mirror in my entire life. This mirror looks like Monet painted it himself, and I simply cannot get over it. This is at the top of my wishlist and would look incredible in any space to add a fun flair of watercolor and also elongate your walls to give the impression of a higher ceiling. A must in my book!
Raquel Velvet Mirror
If you're more a fan of color in your space than this velvet, pink piece would just be perfect for you! I'm in love with the shape, shade, and style of this stunning mirror and know you will be too. It would look amazing above a dresser and candle space as pictured above. This ones for all your fun, funky, and colorful vibes. A definite 10/10.
Calloway Floor Mirror
I picture this minimalist mirror as a hallway decoration or entry way piece. This will help to establish dimension as soon as you step into your house or add depth to a smaller hallway space. I love its simple and thin black frame that makes it sure to go perfect in any house. Whether your style is elevated minimalism or mid-century modern, this piece will look great anywhere!
Maude Floor Mirror
This work of art is on sale currently and we think you need to run to grab it before it sells out! It looks so interesting and high quality with its additional details and wooden elements surrounding it. This one would look perfect in a dressing room as a piece to help you pick out your daily outfits and wardrobe. I would take so many outfit pics in this stunning mirror!
Gleaming Triptych Mirror
The perfect beauty setup! This mirror set would look incredible atop your makeup counter where you can get ready everyday. I picture it surrounded by your perfume bottles and lipstick as you get ready and do your daily makeup routine. I love this one and think it looks like an absolute vintage dream!
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There's nothing like a 10-year-old friendship. You've seen each other through so many different seasons of life, and in Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey's case, worked on multiple songs together! The friends collaborated on the song "Snow on the Beach" before reworking the same song with more Lana vocals in 2023.
Taylor and Lana were most recently spotted having fun together at Super Bowl LVIII after clearing the air over all the rumors surrounding Taylor's Midnights won a Grammy for Album of the Year over Lana's Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd.
Keep reading for everything you need to know about Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey's friendship below!
A Timeline Of Taylor Swift And Lana Del Rey's Friendship
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November 11, 2012 — Taylor Swift And Lana Del Rey Meet At The MTV EMAs
Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey met at the MTV European Music Awards at the end of 2012, and clearly formed a strong connection! Taylor was at the EMAs after the release of Red, while Lana was there following the release of Born to Die. Lana Del Rey also ended up introducing Taylor Swift when she won Best Female Artist.
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March 26, 2016 — Taylor Swift And Lana Del Rey Hang Out At Lady Gaga's Birthday Party
The friends reconnected at Lady Gaga's 30th birthday party in 2016 (30, flirty, and thriving!) and spent the evening with Chrissy Teigen, Lorde, and Kate Hudson. The friends danced the night away at L.A.'s No Name club.
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October 21, 2022 — Lana Del Rey Is Featured On Midnights By Taylor Swift
For Taylor Swift's 10th studio album, Midnights, she brought on Lana Del Rey to sing "Snow on the Beach."
“Lana Del Rey, in my opinion, is one of the best musical artists ever," Taylor said in her official Instagram announcement. "The fact that she would be so generous as to collaborate with us on this song is something I’m going to be grateful for for life."
This has been my favorite song on Midnights since release night, and I think it always will be!
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March 24, 2023 — Taylor Swift Supports Lana Del Rey's Music
During a stop on her Eras Tour, Taylor Swift took the chance to support Lana Del Rey's new album.
"Lana Del Rey put out a new album, and it's called Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, and, guys, it's so good," Taylor Swift said on stage.
"You probably already know that. But it's just extraordinary. I just think she's the best that we have. And so I think we need to make it a priority as a group to stream, buy, support this album and this artist."
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May 26, 2023 — Taylor Swift And Lana Del Rey Collaborate (Again)
After some fans expressed they wanted to hear more of Lana Del Rey on "Snow On The Beach" (the original recording seemed to quiet her voice), the duo ended up releasing "Snow on the Beach (feat. more Lana Del Rey)."
With moodier audio, I love the updated sound and how much of Lana's influence you can hear!
"I would’ve sung the entire second verse if I had known I was the only feature," Lana joked on Instagram, "buttttt my production skills were on point and Chuck’s photo skills are [fire]."
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February 4, 2024 — Taylor Swift And Lana Del Rey Attend The 2024 Grammys
Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey were both up for some big awards at the Grammys, but the most notable ended up being Album of the Year. When Taylor Swift won for Midnights (becoming the first person to ever win the award a fourth time), she ended up bringing Lana up onstage with her since Lana had been involved — a move that divided a lot of viewers.
"Taylor Swift dragging Lana Del Rey to the stage after Lana lost the award for Album of the Year to her was so uncomfortable to watch sorry," one X user posted.
"Taylor Swift having Lana Del Rey come on the stage for her win and thanking her during her speech was something very special," another user disagreed. "Knowing Lana has never walked that stage. Extremely classy and Lana got a moment she deserved."
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February 8, 2024 — Lana Del Rey Sets The Record Straight About The Grammys Debacle
Despite the negative responses to how Taylor Swift acted at the Grammys, Lana Del Rey made sure to let everyone know she had a great time, no matter what.
"I literally just loved being there," she commented on an Instagram post (via X). "I love to see everyone, get the tea and hang out, get dressed up ” she wrote. “I literally did not feel 1 ounce of negative emotion at any point in that award ceremony. It was pure funniness and laughter.”
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February 11, 2024 — Taylor Swift Invited Lana Del Rey To Her VIP Super Bowl Suite
The friends both attended Super Bowl LVIII, though there was a fair amount of confusion among fans after pictures of Lana Del Rey sitting at a lower tier than Taylor at the Super Bowl leaked at the beginning of the game.
Many were wondering if the quasi-drama between Taylor and Lana that was cropped up at the Grammys was continuing, even at football's biggest game. One potential reason for the pair's initial separation could be that Lana is a die-hard 49ers fan, as opposed to Taylor, who was obviously rooting for the Chiefs (Travis).
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No matter the real reason (we may never know), their distance didn't last long. Taylor soon invited Lana to sit with her squad in the VIP suite, and they were seen celebrating the game together.
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April 3, 2024 — Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Plan To See Lana Del Rey At Coachella
After spending some time on a Bahamas vacation, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have their sights set on Coachella! “They both want to see Lana Del Rey and [Jack Antonoff’s band] Bleachers,” says a Page Six insider, who also says the couple will be renting a house. Lana Del Rey is headlining the festival (which is at Indio, California's Empire Polo Club from April 12-14 and The Tortured Poets Department release weekend April 19-21). Bleachers will perform on April 13 and 20.
What do you think about Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey's friendship? Let us know in the comments, and read up on Emma Stone And Taylor Swift's Friendship Is Totally Dreamy for more celeb friendship content!
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Though we're all about our reusable water bottles (and everything related to the Stanley tumbler), the love we have for fancy-shmancy bottled water is just undeniable. Despite the crisp, cold convenience associated with bottled water, there's a *huge* rift in which brands actually taste good.
Some drinkers prefer Aquafina over Dasani (or even artesian water cuvée, like the cast of Vanderpump Rules), and that's okay – but sommelier Belinda Chang has an immeasurable wealth of knowledge to dictate which ones are worth sipping on based on their flavor (and yes, they differ). Not every bottled water is created equal, and this expert-backed ranking is proof. Onward!
Meet Sommelier Brenda Chang
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Belinda Chang hails from Chicago, and was formerly the head of the wine and spirits program at upscale steakhouse Maple & Ash, so she knows her drinks. While she usually puts her skills towards perfect pairings of wine and sumptuous meals, Belinda welcomed Thrillist into her domain to put water to the ultimate test.
Belinda compared ten different bottled water brands by evaluating their flavor, aroma, texture and finish of each, giving them a score out of a possible 100 points. Her bottled water ratings shed light on which brands you should drink!
“A good bottled water shouldn’t have any off-putting aromas or flavors – that would be an automatic negative,” Belinda explained. “In wine, we always talk about terroir, and I think for water, it’s the same. You want it to speak of the place where it comes from. And, of course, you want it to be delicious.”
The Best Bottled Waters, Ranked
10. Propel: 69/100
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When it came to tasting Propel bottled water, Belinda was immediately put off by the odor, saying it smells "salty, metallic.” Ew. When it came to taste, it might not have been as bad, but it certainly wasn’t an A+.
“When it gets onto your tongue, the impact is bizarre. The texture and flavor is a lot like Gatorade, but not masked with orange or blue raspberry.”
9. Dasani: 70/100
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Dasani was another bottled water that was... somewhat stinky. “See, this one does not smell good — it smells like a wine that’s been dosed with sulphates.” What’s with all the smelly water?
Belinda deemed that when it comes to Dasani, “The thirst-quenching quotient is really low on this guy.”
8. Ice Mountain: 81/100
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Ice Mountain bottled water got it right if you’re looking for nothing but water – tasteless water.
“It’s completely neutral in almost every way, which I think is a total positive.” In this case, definitely. Though Belinda did note a slight “mineral-y” aftertaste, a “pipe-like flavor.” No thanks.
7. Aquafina: 84/100
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Instead of tasting pipe-like, Belinda felt Aquafina tasted “a little powdery, with some dissolved minerals and a little bit of salt.” Still, she felt that this was a decent thirst-quencher.
“For an inexpensive water that you’re just drinking because you’re in the airport and you want to hydrate before you go on a flight, I think this is a good option.”
6. Naleczowianka: 89/100
Naleczowianka bottled water was another water with a “distinctive” smell — this time, a stony hint. Kinda strangely, it made Belinda think of “a salt character — I want it with a pierogi.” That’s… specific.
Overall, this one failed where it seems to matter the most, with the skilled sommelier noting, “It’s not that thirst-quenching. It dries out the palate.”
5. Evian: 90/100
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Evian bottled water is better when it comes to the smell, Belinda claiming it’s “really clean on the nose.” But interestingly, she also noted, “I do taste the Alps — I don’t smell them, but I taste them. And I can definitely imagine myself après-ski with a bottle of Evian.” That’s a plus for Evian!
4. Smeraldina: 92/100
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Smeraldina bottled water scored slightly higher than Evian despite the fact that “after you have a sip of it, it feels like there’s this fine silt lying on your tongue.”
Besides that, however, “this would transport you back to the south of Italy.” Whoa. First the Alps, now Italy. We’re globetrotting with every sip.
3. Smartwater: 93/100
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Smartwater is actually something that Belinda is familiar with herself, but admitted, “I’ve always chugged this the next morning when I’m hungover.” However, when she took some time to consider it, she claims, “it’s probably 1000% the marketing, but it does taste different,” i.e. a really interesting texture in the mid-palate, which Belinda assumes is the added electrolytes.
2. Fiji: 98/100
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Fiji took the runner-up spot of the best bottled water to drink, partly due to the fact that it’s “totally neutral on the nose, which [Belinda thinks] is important,” but it was also the fact that it’s a heavy water that got Belinda’s stamp of approval.
“[If] you want to drink a glass of water after a spectacular dish or, like, a great bite of a burger, you want something that cleanses, and this is it. I really love this water.”
1. Roundy's Purified Drinking Water: 99/100
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And the bottled water winner is… Roundy’s! First, the smell won Belinda over. “This is going to sound so weird, but it’s a little sweet-smelling — which I like!” But, of course, that wasn’t all. Taste is the major factor here, and the sommelier thought this option was delicious. “It has no pretension, it’s incredibly thirst-quenching.
It doesn’t taste like anything, which is perfect. When you’re drinking water you just want to be drinking water, and this is the most watery of all the waters. This is the Moet Imperial of bottled water — it’s simple, it’s classic and it does exactly what it’s supposed to do. It delivers and that’s my professional opinion.”
What are the top 5 worst bottled waters?
Propel, Dasani, Ice Mountain, Aquafina, and Naleczowianka are the top 5 worst bottled waters according to their taste.
Is bottled water safe to drink?
In terms of your health, all plastic bottled waters are the worst – they can contain hundreds of thousands of microplastics that harm the body. The safest bottled water you can drink is likely some filtered water that you put into a reusable water bottle.
Do you notice differences in the taste of water from different brands and your tap? Tweet us @BritandCo!
H/T Thrillist.
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