San Pellegrino

Icon!!! For sure the best of the extremely widely available imports (aka against Topo & Perrier), which ironically is not widely available in Italy. One of its greatest assets is its very low nitrate level, which indicates an unspoiled source. It has a slightly creamy carbonation and tastes significantly better cold. I understand there are far more interesting options but it is so reliable and good at so many things. Some points taken for its Nestle ownership.

Source: Spring
Country of Origin: Italy
Region: Lombardy
Town: San Pellegrino Terme
Established: 1899

Balance: Classic
Virginality: Very Good
Minerality: High
Orientation: Hint of Sweet
Hardness: Very Hard
Carbonation: Added  
TDS: 1,109 mg/l
ph factor: 7.7
Hardness: 744 mg/l
Nitrate: 2.2 mg/l
Calcium: 208 mg/l
Magnesium: 56 mg/l
Sodium: 44 mg/l
Potassium: 3 mg/l
Silica: 9 mg/l
Bicarbonate: 136 mg/l
Sulfate: 549 mg/l
Chloride: 74 mg/l