Purified drinking water

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Common questions

Is Purified drinking water healthy?

Purified drinking water scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is purified drinking water, which typically involves municipal sources and a filtration process to remove impurities.

How processed is Purified drinking water?

Purified drinking water is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

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Purified drinking water

Clover Valley
75 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Bottled Water
Summary

This product is purified drinking water, which typically involves municipal sources and a filtration process to remove impurities. While it is free from harmful additives and contaminants, the use of municipal water as a source results in a penalty due to potential exposure to contaminants before purification. The packaging and lack of transparency regarding testing for microplastics or PFAS also impact the score.

Key ingredients 1

Purified water
Neutral

Purified water is classified as neutral because it is essential for hydration but lacks additional nutrients. The purification process typically involves filtration and distillation to remove impurities, ensuring safety and cleanliness. Compared to mineral-rich waters, purified water does not provide additional minerals or electrolytes.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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