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    Waiākea Review

    Waiākea is a Hawaiian volcanic water marketed as naturally alkaline and filtered through thousands of feet of volcanic rock on the Big Island.

    Source
    Snowmelt and rainfall filtered through Mauna Loa volcanic rock
    Origin
    Keaau, Hawaii, USA
    Packaging
    100% rPET plastic bottles; degradable bottle initiative

    Taste review

    Smooth, soft and silky with a mild mineral character and clean finish.

    Mineral & nutrition profile

    TDS94 mg/L
    Calcium10 mg/L
    Magnesium3.6 mg/L
    Sodium12 mg/L
    Silica31 mg/L
    pH7.8 – 8.8

    Values from manufacturer-published water analysis. Source

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

    Pros

    • Naturally alkaline at source
    • Notable silica content
    • 100% recycled-plastic bottles

    Cons

    • Lower mineral content than European mineral waters
    • Plastic packaging only

    Best for

    Consumers seeking naturally alkaline water with a sustainability story

    How it compares

    vs FIJI

    Also volcanic-filtered with high silica; lower pH.

    vs Essentia

    Higher pH (9.5) but ionized, not natural.

    vs Flow

    Naturally alkaline alternative in carton packaging.

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    Final verdict

    Waiākea is one of the few credible naturally alkaline waters with verified volcanic provenance and a real sustainability program.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Waiākea naturally alkaline?

    Yes — its published pH ranges from 7.8 to 8.8 without ionization.

    Is Waiākea bottled in Hawaii?

    Yes, in Keaau on the Big Island, near its volcanic source.

    Last verified: 2026-05View official source Editorial standards

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