The eight best water filter jugs, tried and tested by an expert
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If you've never considered improving the taste of your tap water, now's the time – the best water filter jugs make a big difference. Copy link. twitter. facebook. whatsapp. email. “Which is the best water filter jug?” may not be a question that’s occurred to you before. But once you look into the details of water filtration, as I have in the process of writing this piece, it’s a question that needs answering. Water is “very similar to wine” according to Milin Patel, the UK’s leading water sommelier. (Yes, that is a real occupation.) “Once you get the right mineral level, or the right carbonation level, the water pops. You discover flavours. I actually work with a number of chefs creating water pairing menus.”.
A water filter jug enables you to drink pure water without single-use plastic bottles, which the British public throws away at a rate of 7.7 billion per year. Some also think it’s better for your health, although Milin is a big fan of our tap water and says there’s no evidence it’s not good for you. What’s certain is that filtering can change the taste of tap water.
“Whether the water is acidic or alkaline will have a slight effect on the taste. I enjoy slightly acidic waters, maybe 6.5pH or 5.5pH. London water is alkaline, in the region of 7.5pH. But it’s more about the mouthfeel and TDS – total dissolved solids. That’s where the magic happens.”.
I’ve tried dozens of water filter jugs at a range of prices, using various filtratious systems and you can read my reviews below, followed by some advice from Milin on how to use them. But if you’re in a hurry, here’s a quick look at my top five:.
