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    Acqua Panna Review

    Acqua Panna is a still spring water from the Tuscan Apennines, recognized as a fine-dining still water often paired with S.Pellegrino.

    Source
    Apennine spring at Villa Panna estate
    Origin
    Scarperia, Tuscany, Italy
    Packaging
    Glass (0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1 L) and PET (0.5, 1, 1.5 L)

    Taste review

    Soft, smooth and slightly sweet with low mineralization. Pairs well with wine without competing.

    Mineral & nutrition profile

    TDS175 mg/L
    Calcium32 mg/L
    Magnesium6.5 mg/L
    Sodium6.4 mg/L
    Bicarbonate120 mg/L
    pH8.0

    Values from manufacturer-published water analysis. Source

    See the full Acqua Panna data page — pH, TDS and complete mineral table →

    Pros

    • Very soft, low-mineral profile
    • Slightly alkaline (pH 8.0)
    • Strong restaurant pedigree

    Cons

    • Low mineral contribution
    • Premium price for a soft water

    Best for

    Fine dining, wine pairing, everyday low-mineral drinking

    How it compares

    vs Evian

    Higher TDS (~345) and calcium.

    vs Volvic

    Similar soft profile, French volcanic source.

    vs Fiji

    Similar smoothness; Fiji adds silica character.

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    Final verdict

    Acqua Panna is the benchmark soft still water for restaurant service. Excellent with wine and food, less compelling for buyers seeking high mineral content.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Acqua Panna alkaline water?

    It is mildly alkaline (pH 8.0) by virtue of its natural composition — not an ionized alkaline product.

    Is Acqua Panna mineral water or spring water?

    Under EU rules it is classified as natural mineral water from the Villa Panna source.

    Last verified: 2026-05View official source Editorial standards

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