Thanks to the right bottle, even simple water in it gives life a special taste. After reading this article, you will definitely look at water bottles differently.
SPORTSWEAR OR EVERY DAY?
Before choosing the best water bottle, first determine where and under what conditions you are going to use it.
to drink more water throughout the day
A practical reusable water bottle, which is always in front of your eyes and at hand – for example, on your desk or in the car, will help you form the habit of drinking at least 1.5-2 liters of water a day. It should open easily and have a comfortable wide neck.
bottle for gym and training
A sports water bottle should be leak-proof and fit comfortably in your hand: for this, it may have an anti-slip coating, a curved shape, or a carrying loop. It is also worth taking a closer look at models with a drinking bowl that directs the stream and helps control the amount of water supplied – this is convenient after doing exercises or prolonged cardio.
running bottle
Typically, these can be small or even collapsible water bottles that can be clipped to your belt. The drinking system is a narrow drinking bowl or “nipple”. For long races (marathons, trails), a hydration pack with a silicone waterskin, which is inserted into a running backpack, is also often used.
bottle for bicycle and scooter
The cycling water bottle is compatible with a water bottle holder and is also protected from dust and splashes with a cap or lid. Ideally, it has protection against accidental opening – a button with a lock or a safety lock.
baby bottle
The children’s water bottle is easy to use and at the same time reliable, with a lock against accidental spills. Models for the smallest or active ones can be equipped with a built-in straw – the child will not choke.
WHICH MATERIAL IS BETTER
Having decided on the shape and purpose of the bottle, it is worth taking a closer look at the material – the weight and practicality of the bottle depends on it.
TRITAN
The main motto of this material is: stronger than plastic, lighter than glass. Tritan is a patented (look for the original labeling or mention of Tritan from Eastman) food safe material without taste or odor. It is wear-resistant, transparent, like glass, and does not change color or become cloudy over time, unlike traditional plastic.
- easy
- lasting
- does not affect taste and smell
- there are many plastic fakes that imitate Tritan
- more expensive than a plastic bottle
GLASS
The second most popular and comfortable material to use for water. Glass is neutral in taste and smell, so water in a glass bottle retains its own taste unchanged.
- does not affect taste and smell
- unpretentious to the composition of the drink (milk and fermented milk, with high acidity, etc.)
- may break upon impact
- heavy compared to analogues
PLASTIC
Most bottled water in Australia and abroad is sold in polyethylene terephthalate bottles. Although it is economical to produce, it can be expensive for human health, because… contains microplastics that enter the body along with water. In addition, as a material it is short-lived, scratches easily, has a tendency to become cloudy and fade, and deform with active use.
- widespread
- cheapness
- without certification may be hazardous to health
- wears out over time
STAINLESS STEEL
Vacuum thermal bottlemade of steel can also be used for water. Its main advantages are strength, wear resistance and temperature retention – cold water in such a bottle will be as refreshing as from a refrigerator. In addition, you can use the same thermal bottle for hot drinks, such as broth, vitamin infusions and tea.
- durable
- suitable for hot and cold contents
- heavier than tritan and plastic
- incompatible with some types of drinks (dairy, fermented milk, gas-containing)
WHICH VOLUME TO CHOOSE
To choose the size of a glass water bottle, try to rely on your own habits, as well as the ability to fill the bottle. For example, if you plan to use a bottle in the office, gym, where you can replenish the water supply through a cooler or purifier (drinking water filter), then you can get by with a small (up to 500 ml) and medium volume – 500-700 ml.
If there is no source of drinking water within walking distance, you are constantly on the move or prefer to get water or a drink in a specific place, the optimal volume for an adult would be a 1 liter water bottle , for children and teenagers – 500-700 ml. At the same time, remember that the water in the bottle should not stagnate and remain closed for a long time: the more often you refresh it, rinse and open the bottle, the less likely it is that it will “suffocate” inside and develop an unpleasant odor.