Perrier Review
Perrier is the iconic French sparkling natural mineral water from Vergèze, recognized worldwide by its green glass bottle and fine, lively carbonation.
Taste review
Crisp, dry and assertively bubbly with a clean mineral edge and short finish. One of the most carbonated mainstream sparkling waters.
Mineral & nutrition profile
| TDS | 475 mg/L |
| Calcium | 147 mg/L |
| Magnesium | 3.4 mg/L |
| Sodium | 9 mg/L |
| Bicarbonate | 390 mg/L |
| pH | 5.5 (buffered) |
Values from manufacturer-published water analysis. Source
See the full Perrier data page — pH, TDS and complete mineral table →
Pros
- Lively, persistent carbonation
- Low sodium
- Strong glass-bottle availability
Cons
- Very low magnesium
- Sharper bite than naturally carbonated bicarbonate-heavy waters
Best for
Aperitif service, mixers, restaurants, casual sparkling
How it compares
Higher TDS and softer bubble; more food-friendly.
Similar lively bite from Mexico; higher sodium.
Far higher minerals; heavier mouthfeel.
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Final verdict
Perrier remains the benchmark for crisp, dry sparkling water and an easy default for mixers and aperitifs.
Frequently asked questions
Is Perrier natural sparkling water?
The water and CO2 both come from the Les Bouillens spring, but they are captured separately and recombined at bottling.
Is Perrier high in sodium?
No — at around 9 mg/L it is considered a low-sodium mineral water.
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