Drinking Water
Water Types
Drinking water also comes in a variety of types. These include:
- Tap Water -
- Around 2/3 of UK water is from 'surface water' i.e. rivers and lakes. Water is processed to clarify and disinfect it. This ensures it is safe for consumption.
- Sparkling Water -
- May be naturally carbonated with Carbon Dioxide but the gas is usually added during processing.
- Spring Water -
- From a single spring source. Bottled at source with no chemical processing or cleansing.
- Mineral Water -
- From a specified ground water source. Bottled at source with no chemical cleansing.
All water is monitored by the Natural Mineral Water, Spring Water and Bottled Drinking Water Regulations and Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations and dedicated Government agencies to ensure that all our water is safe to drink.
