Water is one of the most essential commodities for humans which is freely available on Earth. While many countries are blessed with abundance of potable water, there are some places like deserts where every drop of water counts. Despite plenty of water being available, human interference has had a negative impact on potable water and the free commodity has become an expensive affair. So much so that the elite prefer to have some of the most exquisite waters. On these lines, the CNBC-TV18 Travel Desk has compiled a list of the most expensive bottled water available in the market. Let’s take a look at the top-9 list. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 1. Fillico Jewelry Water | Country: Japan | Price: $1390 (₹1,16,000) per litre | Thanks to the bottle’s packaging, which is adorned with Swarovski crystals and its association with luxury and exclusivity, carrying the Fillico Jewelry Water has become a status symbol among affluent citizens. (Image: Fillico Jewelry Water)
No 2. NEVAS Water | Country: Germany | Price: $1180 per litre (₹98,000) | Because of its unique iceberg filtration process, which are harvested from the waters of Greenland, every bottle of Nevas water ensures exceptional purity to premium water connoisseurs. (Image: NEVAS Water/Facebook)
No 3. Bling H2O | Country: US | Price: $219 per liter (₹18,000) | This is another product that is distinctive for the bottle’s design. It consists of Swarovski crystals and caters to a niche market seeking luxury in daily use articles. Thus, positioning the bottle as a premium lifestyle choice. (Image: Bling H2O)
No 4. Svalbarði from Svalbard | Country: Norway | Price: $185 per liter (₹15,000) | Svalbarði derives its exclusivity from the waters sourced from icebergs from the Arctic region. They are over 4,000 years old and offer a taste of untouched purity and sustainability. (Image: Svalbarði from Svalbard/Instagram)
No 5. Ô Amazon | Country: Brazil | Price: $110 per liter (₹9, 100) | As it is sourced from the Amazon rainforest, this brand offers a connection to one of the world’s most biodiverse regions. Its sustainable harvesting practices appeal to environmentally-aware consumers. (Image: Ô Amazon/Instagram)
No 6. Uisge Source | Country: Scotland, UK | Price: $94 per liter (₹7,800) | Uisge Source bottles spring waters from private sources either close to, or from distilleries in the whisky regions of Scotland. It is valued for its concept of offering water specifically designed to complement Scotch whisky, sourced from three regions of Scotland, enhancing the whisky drinking experience with mineral profiles. (Image: Uisge Source)
No 7. ROI | Country: Slovenia | Price: $59 (₹5,000) per liter | Renowned for its exceptional purity derived from natural springs deep in the Slovenian Alps, coupled with a commitment to sustainable bottling practices, appealing to discerning consumers seeking premium water with a conscience. (Image: ROI water)
No 8. MINUS 181 | Country: Germany | Price: $50 (₹4,000) per liter | Due to its unique claim of being the world’s coldest water, distilled using a proprietary technique that reaches temperatures as low as -18.1degrees Celsius, this water offers a distinctive drinking experience. You may have to taste it to believe it. (Image: MINUS 181/Instagram)
No 9. Berg | Country: Canada | Price at $46 (₹3,800) per liter | Berg is distinguished by its source from a remote Canadian glacier, ensuring quality and a taste profile untouched by human interference, appealing to those who seek water sourced from unpolluted environments. (Image: Berg Water)
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