Common questions

Is sparkling water healthy?

sparkling water scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This sparkling water is primarily composed of carbonated water and natural flavors, indicating minimal processing and a clean label.

How processed is sparkling water?

sparkling water is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive sparkling water's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Natural Flavors is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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sparkling water

Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

$13.96 · 16.9 fl oz · pack of 12 · $0.07 / fluid ounce

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Beneficial ingredients 0

Harmful ingredients 1

Category Bottled Water

Summary

This sparkling water is primarily composed of carbonated water and natural flavors, indicating minimal processing and a clean label. However, the presence of natural flavors introduces a slight level of processing, which prevents it from achieving the highest score. The product does not contain any harmful additives or contaminants, making it a healthy choice within its category.

Key ingredients 2

Carbonated Water

Neutral

Carbonated water is simply water infused with carbon dioxide, providing a fizzy texture without added sugars or chemicals.

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Natural Flavors

Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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