MadSci Network: Chemistry
Query:

Re: how do you make carbonated water?

Date: Tue Sep 25 19:50:50 2001
Posted By: Kieran Kelly, Consultant, The Boston Consulting Group
Area of science: Chemistry
ID: 1000936580.Ch
Message:

Well, water that is not already naturally fizzy is made in the same way that carbonated soft drinks (pop, soda, etc) are. Carbon dioxide is injected or absorbed into the water before it is bottled, usually under 2 atmospheres of pressure and a temperature of roughly 40F. I imagine that American Fare, the brand you mentioned, is carbonating their sparkling fruit drinks in this way. By the way - these products aren't really "water" because they contain other ingredients.

If you would like more information about bottled water, try this link to the International Bottled Water Association. Or for carbonated soft drinks, try the National Soft Drink Association.

Thanks for your question!

Kieran


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