Serving water has practically become an art form. No longer a beverage to be simply taken from the tap, gulped from the hose after a summer jog or flavored with colored sugary powders, water has been elevated to the level of fine whiskey or wine.
There are now certified water sommeliers to ensure that restaurants and party hosts are serving water that lives up to quality standards. There are specialized water tastings, bars and restaurants serving water menus and pop-up water boutiques and samplings, where upscale water brands introduce their superior beverages to the public.
For homebodies and makers who would prefer to sip on their fancy water from the comfort of their own homes, there are DIY rainbow water recipes and ideas on how to flavor one's own water.
In today's food and beverage culture, even serving water has become an arena for creative expression and innovation.
16 Innovative Ways of Serving Water
From Upscale Water Tastings to Cucumber Water Cocktails:
Charlotte Joyce Kidd — Sep 2, 2015 — Lifestyle

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Fashionable Water Bar Menus
The Cultish Colette Water Bar Has a Menu of Over 100 Waters

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Upscale Water Brand Pop-Ups
The Evian Pop-Up Experience Opened Ahead of Wimbledon 2015
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DIY Rainbow Water
Rainbow Water Puts a Colorful Spin On a Regular Glass of Water
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Stylish Water Bars
London's Selfridge's is Hosting a Water Bar for Its Exhibit on Ocean Plastic
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Toast-Flavored Waters
This Bizarre Water Beverage is Designed to Taste Just Like Baked Bread
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Sparkling Water Pop-Ups
Tokyo's SodaStream Pop-Up Serves Up Healthy Carbonated Beverages
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Pop-Up Water Bars
London's H2Only Just Serves Glasses of Tap Water
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Herb-Infused Water Menus
The Artistic Menu at Creo Offers Guests a Unique List of Herbal Waters
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Clean Water Vending Machines
These Water ATMs Help Bring Clean Water to the Streets of Nairobi
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Certified Water Sommeliers
Martin Riese Hosts a Water Tasting Event at a Los Angeles Restaurant
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Extravagant Water Menus
This Hotel Offers High-Class Water Bottles Ranging from $8 to $40
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Upscale Water Tastings
Ray's and Stark Bar Features an Extensive Water Menu with 40 Varieities
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Water-Sampling Challenges
Nestle Encourages People to Try Sparkling Water for Seven Days
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H2O Vending Machines
Aquavida Sells its Products in Compact Vending Kiosks
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Aromatic Vending Machines
This Vending Machine Provides Mood-Enhancing Scents of Summer
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Cucumber Water Cocktails
'The Mosquito' by 132 Bar Vintage is Made with a Vegetable Water Base
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The Sunnies Flask Goes in Over 300,000 Color Combinations
Ready-to-Sip Sparkling Cocktails
On The Rocks Cans Meet the Demand for Premium, Portable Cocktails
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
Energy Drink Faucets
mio's TAP* Instantly Turns Water into an Energy Drink
Hydrogen-Infused Sparkling Waters
oHy Sets a New Standard for Health, Sustainability & Innovation
Shifting Hydration Cup Concepts
The Conceptual Tilting Water Cup Encourages Regular Sipping
Friendly Hydration Beverages
Unwell Hydration Makes Wellness Approachable with Different Moods
Blue Spirulina Drinks
BLUwater Beverage from FUL Foods is Rich in Antioxidants
Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
Cocktail-Inspired Non-Alcoholic Alternatives
Maison Perrier Chic Reimagines Classic Libations
Ready-to-Sip Sparkling Aperitifs
The Spritz by Sazerac is Sweet, Bitter and Bubbly
Premium Clean-Cut Drink Branding
The Sparkling ICE Branding Refresh Enhances Visibility
Personal Water-Ionizing Bottles
The Piurify HydroGenator Bottle Infuses Water with Hydrogen
Countertop Air-to-Water Dispensers
The DrinkingMaker Atmospheric Water Dispenser is Three-in-One
Soda-Inspired Sparkling Waters
Liquid Death Dropped Killer Cola, Doctor Death and Rootbeer Wrath
Trendy Sobriety Campaigns
Maison Perrier's Sober Chic Campaign Redefines Alcohol-Free Elegance
Botanical Water Enhancers
Buddy's Plant-Powered Flavors Support Healthy Hydration on the Go
Next-Gen Hydration Bottles
air up's Award-Winning Gen2 PAB "Flavors" Water with Aromatic Pods
Water-Themed Cocktail Bars
The Civil Works Cocktail Bar Debuts at the Waterworks Food Hall
Boldly Flavored Sparkling Waters
These New Waterloo Sparkling Water Flavors Come in Two Options
Bubbly Low-Calorie Mocktails
Maison Perrier Chic is a Luxe Alternative to Alcoholic Beverages
Lemon-Flavored Hydration Launches
Lemon Perfect Unveils Sunshine Tea & Lime at Expo West
Mindful Restaurant Drink Menus
The Chipotle Beverage Menu Has Been Expanded with New Options
Hops-Infused Sparkling Water
Sidekick Sparkling Hop Water is a Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Drink
Earth-Sourced Premium Electrolytes
Instant Hydration Debuts with Four Distinctive Flavors
Ready-to-Serve Canned Mocktails
Mocktails Uniquely Crafted Makes Convenient Cocktail Alternatives
Crayon-Themed Water Bottles
The Crayola x S'well Collaboration Features Vibrant Bottles
Self-Refilling Coffee Machines
Kara Pod Turns Humidity from the Air into Drinking Water
Bar-Quality Canned Cocktails
Wonderland Cocktails Launched Five New Canned Refreshments
Fruity Alcoholic Teas
Local Beverages Iced Tea Seltzers are Available in Five Distinct Flavors
Lookalike Sparkling Water Cans
Not Beer's Sparkling Water Resembles a Classic Brew
Portable Hydrogen Water Generators
All-In Nutritionals Has Launched the Hydro Bottle +
Festive Water Enhancer Pods
air up's Christmas Cheers Pack Makes Water Flavorful with Scent Alone
Cannabis-Infused Sparkling Waters
Voila! Sparkling Waters Feature Five Refreshing Flavors
Hot Dog-Flavored Sparkling Waters
The 7-Eleven Big Bite Hot Dog Sparkling Water is Unexpected
Foodie-Inspired Sparkling Drinks
Guy Fieri Collaborated on Three Waterloo Sparkling Water Flavors
Build-Your-Own Hydration Solutions
DIY Beverages Offers a Fully Customizable Hydration Experience
Limited-Edition Glass Water Bottles
evian Dropped Fountain of Youth Bottles with Pharrell Williams
Refreshing Sparkling Hop Waters
Partake Brewing Recently Introduced the Hop Twist
Fruity Cannabis Drinks
CQ Offers Thirst-Quenching Low-Dose Spritzers
Single-Serve Sparkling Wines
Wander + Ivy Packages 'Bubbles' in Patented 6.3-Ounce Glass Bottles
Actor-Backed Cannabis Drinks
Houseplant THC-Infused Sparkling Waters Come in Four Flavors
Ultra-Refreshing Spirit-Infused Beverages
Mom Water Debuts the Louise – Citrus Cucumber Flavor
Gin Shooter Spirits
WATTSHOT Was Specifically Made to Be Enjoyed as a Shot
Hydrating Advent Calendars
The Waterdrop Advent Calendar Has Water Enhancers, Drinkware & More
Exclusive Tequila Sorbets
Tipsy Scoop x Mia Campo Tequila Drop Watermelon Margarita Sorbet
Timeless Mixology Collections
Waterford Crystal’s Mixology Collection Offers a Refined Experience
Refreshed Water Branding Identities
Flow Beverage Corp. Announces Its Evolved Brand Identity
Flavored Canned Cocktails
Bluebird Hardwater Expands Its Lineup with New Flavorful Offerings
Plastic Reduction Concierges
The SodaStream Sustainability Concierge Helps to Cut Waste
Functional Sparkling Water Brands
Kevin Brodwick Debuts His New Sparkling Water Brand — ATOMICO
Fruity Vitamin-Boosted Waters
Rubicon Spring Vits Offer Support for Immunity and Energy
Scent-Flavored Tumblers
The Tumbler by air up Offers a Refreshing Way to Hydrate on the Go
Health-Conscious Soda Libations
Poppi's Lineup is the Perfect Base of Mocktails and Cocktails
Summer-Inspired Sparkling Water Lines
Waterloo Sparkling Water Introduces Three New Flavors
Sparkling Coconut Waters
Strange Water Makes Still and Sparkling Coconut Water
Edgy Gut Health Beverages
Killer Fruit Mashes Up Sparkling Water, Real Fruit Juice & Prebiotics
Refreshing Canned Tequila Cocktails
The Badwater Tequila RTD Range Responds to Consumer Demand
Celebratory Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Le Fizz by Ghia Sweetens Special and Everyday Moments
Color Infusion Paint Campaigns
vitaminwater's Paint Your Rent Brightens Lives & Living Spaces
Non-Alcoholic Canned Spritzes
Citizen Spritz's Alcohol-Free Cans Support Refreshment & Moderation
Aluminum-Bottled Sparkling Waters
Flow Beverage Corp. Debuts the Flow Sparkling Water in 4 Flavors
Canned Bamboo Beverages
Juno Bamboo Water Makes a Centuries-Old Natural Remedy Ready to Drink
Flavor-Enhancing Hydration Solutions
SweetLeaf's 'Water Drops' Feature Six Refreshing Flavors
Watermelon-Flavored Citrus Cocktails
Absolut Sprite Watermelon Has a Fruity Flavor and 5% ABV
Lifestyle-Adjascent Water Bottles
Tira Unveils a Hydration Collection with Three Stunning Bottles
Adaptogenic Sparkling Waters
Sēkwl's Bubbly Beverages are Boosted by Functional Mushrooms
Bubble-Infused Water Faucets
Micro-Bubbles Revolutionize Dishwashing with a New Faucet Technology
Kitchen Water Purifiers
Bluewater's Kitchen Station 1 Removes Toxins & Enhances Tap Water
Metallic Sparkling Refreshment Makers
The SodaStream Enso Was Designed by Naoto Fukasawa
Drinking Water Home Appliances
Sprout Presents the Atmospheric Water Generator Inspired by NASA
Thirst-Quenching Protein Water
SUPRWATER is Refreshing and Easy to Digest
Large-Scale Culinary Destinations
Toronto's Waterworks Food Hall Celebrates the City's Tapestry
Vibrant Canned Cocktail Brands
Lake Hour Draws Inspiration from Lakeside Gatherings
Sophisticated Bubbly Refreshers
Maison Perrier Forever Shares Natural Fruit Flavors & Zero Sugar
Cannabis-Infused Sparkling Water Lines
Resident Culture Brewing Co. Expands Cümulo
Double-Filtered Drinking Water
FloeWater Shares a Taste of Next-Gen Filtration Technology
Complete Hydration Powders
DryWater Features Three Delectable Flavors for Hydration
Vintage Water-Infused Treats
Leinenkugel’s Lakewater Taffy Boasts a Burst of Lemon Flavor
Avant-Garde Water Purifiers
The Conceptual 'Oasium' Water Purifier by Taeyeon Kim is Chic
Unsweetened Soft Drinks
CANS Shares the Simple Refreshment of Alpine Water, Bubbles & Real Fruit
Apple-Flavored Hydration Cubes
waterdrop Refreshed a Familiar Flavor as a Limited-Time Microdrink
Athlete-Approved Water Brands
Aim High Canned Water Blends Hydration with Motivation
Water-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Water of Life (Eau de Vie) by Botanist Explores a Vital Element
Scented Hydration Stickers
Sniff 'n' Sip are Aroma-Infused Stickers That Enhance Plain Water
Canned Southern Wines
These Country Water Wines are Available in Four Unique Flavors
Replenishing Bubbly Beverages
Hint Sparkling Water with Electrolytes is Flavorful & Zero-Calorie
Canned Canadian Refreshments
Clearly Canadian is Debuting its Sparkling Water in New SleekCans
Ultra-Refreshing Sparkling Waters
DASH Water Cucumber & Mint Has an Extra-Crisp Flavor Profile
Month-Long Martini Events
Tanqueray's Fancy Hour Spotlights Martinis as the Perfect Summer Sipper
Effortless Non-Alcoholic Mixers
SodaStream Crafted Cocktail Mixers Elevate Drinks Made at Home
Color Customized Water Bottles
Sunnies Studio Creates the Bountifully Bright Sunnies Flask
Unpretentious Wine Classes
MasterClass Launched A Sommelier's Snob-Free Guide to Wine
Avant-Garde Water Purifiers
The Oasium Water Purifier is Designed with a Sunset in Mind
Carbonated Beverage Makers
The InFizz Fusion by Breville Adds Bubbles to More Than Just Water
Super Natural Sparkling Drinks
YEW Blends British Water and a Hint of Fruit for Sweetness
Mixologist-Made Hydration Powders
Liquid I.V.'s Hydration Multiplier Mocktail Edition is Limited
Social Soda Mixer Campaigns
Level Up With 7UP Inspires Gen Z and Millennial Consumers
High-ABV Tailgate Drinks
Big Sipz's Tailgate Tour Shares a Taste of New Ready-to-Drink Flavors
Eco-Conscious Canned Water
Wenlock Spring's Revamped Cans Appeal to Gen Z
Contemporary-Traditional Japanese Beverages
Kay Sake is a Contemporary Take on Japanese Tradition
Mocktail-Making Incentives
SodaStream's Tips for Sips Supports Goals in Dry January & Beyond
Sparkling Soju Beverages
Hello Soju is Reintroducing Itself as the Ultimate Summer Beverage
Portable Cocktail Packets
Mixxers' Premium Packets Share the Taste of Organic Ingredients
Premium Draught Cocktails
Served Draught Enhances Service, Quality & Convenience
Customizable Dirty Soda Shops
Swig Customizes Sodas with Cream, Flavored Syrups & More
Tire-Crafted Solar Stills
The Floating Solar Still is an Eco-Friendly Way to Purify Water
Regional Tap Water Cans
New York's Famous Tap Water by Nathan's Enhances Hot Dogs Boiled at Home
Customized Dirty Drinks
Cool Sips Makes Specialized Beverages of Any Kind at NYC Event
THC-Infused Sparkling Waters
Houseplant Sparkling Water Features a Low Dose of THC in Every Can
Elevated Gin Branding
Waterloo Gin Relaunches Nationwide Under New Ownership
Tropically Flavored Hydration Solutions
Cure Introduces Its Newest Flavor, Tropical Punch
Tropical Citrus Sparkling Waters
Trader Joe's Something Spritzy Pineapple & Orange is Summer Ready
Sustainably Produced Canadian Seltzers
City Seltzer Offers Flavorful Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Water
Additive-Free Tequila Seltzers
Yacht Water Refreshes Without Preservatives & Artificial Agents
Sophisticated Jello Shots
Solid Wiggles Shares Mixologist-Crafted Alcoholic Slices and Squares
Summer-Themed Sparkling Soda Flavors
Aqua Libra Watermelon & Strawberry is Naturally Infused
Hotel-Based Signature Spirits
Fairmont Waterfront x Wayward Distillery Debut the 'Waterfront Gin'
Unique Culinary Experiences
Saratoga Supper Club Brings Exclusive Dining Events Across the U.S.
Mixing-Ready Citrus Sodas
DASH Orange Sparkling Water Has Zero Calories and a Versatile Flavor
Sleek Water Dispenser Concepts
Lee Yi Chung Designs the Metapure Desktop Water Dispenser
Bespoke Hydration Solutions
Hydrata Electrolyte Beverage Co. Now Offers a 'Custom Blend'
Scent-Flavored Water Bottles
air up's Click Water Bottle Hydrates Kids with Scentaste Tech
Canned Spritz-Style Cocktails
FUNKIN Spritz Comes in Two Fresh Flavors
Elevated Ranch Water Kits
The 1800 Most Awarded Ranch Water 2024 Kit Shares a Winning Recipe
Hydration Tracking Tools
Water Watch Simplifies Tracking Daily Water Intake with Bottle Units
Fine Dining Experience Collaborations
Evian Partners with the MICHELIN Guide in Canada
Shakeable Canned Martinis
Served's Premium Full-Strength Cocktails Replicate Bar Quality at Home
Flavor-Enhanced Spring Waters
Highland Spring Flavoured Still Water Comes in Three Flavors
Summery Private Label Foods
Publix Summer Specials are Arriving to Help Consumers Celebrate
High-Capacity Rolling Coolers
Primo Water's 5-Gallon Rolling Cooler is a Roving Hydration Station
Regionally Inspired Cocktail Kits
This Summer Cocktail Kit Shares a Taste of San Diego
Ready-to-Drink Agua Fresca Refreshments
Langers Agua Fresca Drinks Come in Three Flavors
Ionized Alkaline Waters
Essentia Water Offers a Boost of Summer Hydration
Organic Savory Spritzers
Natural Grocers Teased April Fool's Day Flavors Like Raw Onion Water
Climate-Conscious Cocktails
Fura's Journal of Future Foods Menu Explores Specific Ingredients
Whiskey-Inspired Cocktail Glasses
Awaz Glasses Feature Intricate Illustrations
Pure Drinking Water Systems
The Spout Water System Provides Clean Drinking Water
Water Filtering Pitcher Concepts
The Tranquil Osoi Pitcher Concept is Designed for Kinto
Purified Water Dispensers
The AkuaPure T1 Ultra by TOKIT Dispenses Purified Hot and Cold Water