Hey there, thirsty readers! If you haven‘t heard of Liquid Death yet, allow me to introduce you to the most metal agua to ever grace the beverage aisle. This ain‘t your mama‘s Evian—Liquid Death is here to murder your thirst and make hydration hardcore.
But beyond the edgy af packaging and hardcore marketing, you might be wondering: is Liquid Death actually good for you? Or is this punk rock water all style and no substance? Never fear, I‘m here to give you the full scoop on Liquid Death, from the mountain source to your mouth.
So slam an ice cold tallboy of Liquid Death and dive into this comprehensive review. By the end, you‘ll know if this boulder-banging beverage is right for your body. Let‘s rock and roll (hydration)!
WTF is Liquid Death?
Before we answer the question "is Liquid Death bad for you," let‘s cover the basics on this unique H2O brand. Founded in 2017 by former Netflix creative director Mike Cessario, Liquid Death‘s mission is to make plain water fun and exciting—and maybe even a little bit dangerous.
The name "Liquid Death" and the dripping skull logo let you know right away this isn‘t the water of corporate board rooms and fancy dinner parties. Liquid Death has an unmistakable heavy metal aesthetic, with slogans like "murder your thirst" and beer-like 16.9 oz tallboy cans made of infinitely recyclable aluminum.
In just a few short years, Liquid Death has made a big splash (pun intended). The company has sold over $2 million worth of water and merch on its website. You can now find Liquid Death at Whole Foods locations and convenience stores across the country.
And despite looking like the favored hydration of rock stars and rebel skater kids, Liquid Death is catching on with a whole range of water drinkers. This includes everyone from health-conscious Millennials looking for a plastic-free option to Gen Z TikTokers who just think the packaging looks cool AF.
But Liquid Death is more than just a pretty (albeit deadly) face. The company has a serious commitment to sustainability, with the infinitely recyclable aluminum packaging and donations to nonprofits working on plastic waste reduction and recycling initiatives. Plus, each Liquid Death can features original artwork at the bottom of the can, so no two Death cans are the same.
So far, Liquid Death offers two varieties of water: the original mountain water (in still and sparkling) and new flavored sparkling waters in Mango Chainsaw, Severed Lime, and Berry It Alive. The still and sparkling mountain waters come in 12-packs, while the flavors come in 6-packs of each flavor or a variety pack so you can try all three.
The original Liquid Death mountain water is sourced from the Austrian Alps, while the flavored waters come from various mountain sources near their manufacturing facilities. All varieties use reverse osmosis filtration and add ions back into the natural water for electrolytes.
Liquid Death also sells branded merch like t-shirts, hats, and sweaters, plus fun extras like golf balls, a mini-golf kit, and even Liquid Death ice molds to chill your drink in spooky skull shapes. You can make a one-time water or merch purchase on the Liquid Death website, or subscribe for regular deliveries at a discounted price.
Is Liquid Death Bad For You? Ingredients & Nutrition Facts
Now that you‘ve got the backstory on Liquid Death, you‘re probably wondering about the most important question—will this metalhead mountain water actually murder your health? To find out if Liquid Death is bad for you, let‘s take a closer look at what‘s inside the can.
Original Mountain Water Ingredients:
– Reverse Osmosis Purified Alpine Water (it‘s made from scratch)
– Calcium Chloride (for taste)
– Magnesium Chloride (for taste)
– Potassium Bicarbonate (for purity)
Nutrition Facts (per 16.9 fl oz can):
– Calories: 0
– Total Fat: 0g
– Sodium: 0mg
– Total Carbohydrate: 0g
– Protein: 0g
Based on the ingredients and nutrition label, Liquid Death‘s mountain water is basically just pure H2O, responsibly sourced from the mountains and minimally processed to meet FDA standards for purified drinking water. The calcium, magnesium, and potassium are naturally occurring electrolytes found in most bottled water brands.
The story is similar for Liquid Death‘s sparkling waters, both the plain sparkling kind and the new flavored line. The only additions are carbonation (for the bubbles, duh) and natural fruit flavors/essences in the flavored kinds. There are still no calories, sugars, sweeteners, or any other suspicious ingredients.
So purely from an ingredients and nutrition standpoint, Liquid Death appears to be just as healthy and safe as any other purified bottled water on the market. In fact, with the electrolytes and lack of any chemical additives, Liquid Death is probably better for you than a lot of flavored bottled waters and sports drinks.
Health Benefits of Drinking Water (Even the Badass Kind)
Okay, so we‘ve established that Liquid Death is far from bad for you. But is this punk rock agua actively good for your health? To answer that question, let‘s review some of the science-backed benefits of staying hydrated, no matter what kind of reaper adorns your water bottle.
1. Prevents dehydration
This one might seem like a no-brainer, but drinking enough water is the best way to avoid the negative effects of dehydration, which can include fatigue, headaches, dizziness, and more. The body is about 60% water, and we‘re constantly losing H2O through sweat and urination—so it‘s important to replenish those fluids regularly!
2. Supports digestion and waste removal
Water is essential for keeping things moving smoothly through your digestive system. Adequate hydration helps prevent constipation and keeps your bowel movements regular. Water is also necessary for your kidneys to filter out waste products and maintain healthy urine flow.
3. Enhances physical performance
Even mild dehydration can make your workouts feel harder than Slayer‘s heaviest riffs. Drinking enough water helps maintain blood volume, regulate body temperature, and fuel your muscles during exercise. Losing as little as 2% of your body weight in fluid can decrease performance—so stay hydrated to crush your PR!
4. May aid in weight management
While water itself doesn‘t have any magical fat-burning properties, replacing high-calorie drinks like soda and juice with sugar-free H2O may help reduce overall calorie intake. Plus, sipping water before or during meals might prevent overeating by making you feel more full.
5. Boosts skin health
Forget expensive creams and serums—one of the best things you can do for your skin is chug some high quality H2O. Staying hydrated helps your skin maintain moisture, elasticity, and plumpness. While drinking water won‘t erase wrinkles, it can certainly help stave off premature aging!
6. Supports brain function
Just like the rest of your bod, your brain depends on water to work properly. Even mild dehydration can cause brain fog, lower alertness, and negatively affect memory. To keep your mind sharp as a guillotine, make it a habit to hydrate!
The bottom line? Drinking water is hands-down one of the best things you can do for your health, and Liquid Death makes it easy (and cool) to get your daily H2O without any added junk. So go ahead and grab a tallboy—your body will thank you, even if it feels slightly assaulted by the packaging.
Liquid Death vs. The Competition: A Taste Test
Of course, all the health benefits in the world don‘t mean much if the water tastes like swamp sludge. While Liquid Death certainly stands out on the shelf, you might be wondering how it stacks up to other premium waters in the taste department.
Luckily, your intrepid reviewer has sacrificed her taste buds to bring you a side-by-side comparison of Liquid Death and two other rock star mountain waters: smartwater and LIFEWTR. Here‘s how they stack up:
Liquid Death
Right off the bat, Liquid Death has a clean, crisp, and refreshing taste. It‘s not too minerally, but you can definitely tell it‘s natural mountain water and not just filtered tap. The sparkling variety is great too, with the perfect level of light, tiny bubbles. And the flavors are subtle and not too sweet—I see you, Mango Chainsaw!
smartwater
This va-va-voom vapor-distilled water has a reputation for being the drink of the stars, but I found it a little lacking in the flavor department. It tastes very smooth and neutral, but almost too neutral? I kinda wanted a little more pizzaz from my bougie water bottle.
LIFEWTR
While you have to appreciate the colorful bottle designed by up-and-coming artists, LIFEWTR loses points on the name alone. We get it, it‘s water that gives life—what else would it do? Taste-wise, LIFEWTR is fine but forgettable. It tastes like your average filtered bottled water, just with a slightly elevated price tag.
Overall, Liquid Death was the clear winner for me in terms of taste, bubbles, and personality. It has an edge over the competition that‘s about more than just the edgy packaging. Of course, taste is subjective, so you‘ll have to do your own side-by-side chug test to crown your water champion!
Liquid Death Reviews: The Good, The Bad, and The Thirsty
By now, you‘re well-versed in my slightly biased opinion on Liquid Death. But I‘m not the only one with strong sensations about this boulder-bashing beverage. Here‘s what other customers have to say about their experience with Liquid Death, from the die-hard fans to the haters:
"I love Liquid Death! The water tastes great and I feel good about the eco-friendly cans. Plus, the packaging is so fun and makes me feel like a badass every time I take a sip. Will definitely keep this stocked in my fridge!"
"Liquid Death is the perfect combo of crisp mountain water taste and cheeky metal attitude. I appreciate that they don‘t take themselves too seriously, but they are serious about sustainability. The flavored sparkling waters are killer too—Mango Chainsaw 4ever."
"Meh, Liquid Death is overpriced and overrated IMO. It tastes like normal water, just in edgier packaging. If I‘m spending that much on a beverage, I‘d rather have a craft beer or kombucha. Cool idea, but not worth the hype."
"I was excited to try Liquid Death, but ended up disappointed. I got a 12 pack and several of the cans were dented on arrival. The water tasted fine, but I expected more based on the bold branding. Glad I tried it, but probably won‘t purchase again."
Based on the reviews, it seems like most customers either love Liquid Death for the taste/mission/attitude or find it an overhyped gimmick. While the negative reviews typically focus on minor quality issues or the price, those who enjoy Liquid Death REALLY enjoy it and see it as good value for the taste and eco-friendly packaging.
Your mileage may vary when it comes to a semi-ironic can of high-end mountain water, so the only way to know is to sip for yourself! If you love metal music, protecting the planet, and water that tastes like it could kick your ass, Liquid Death is worth a chug. But if you‘re a hydration minimalist who prefers to sip from the tap, you might want to save your cash for other beverage adventures.
The Final Verdict
After extensive research and possibly a few too many tallboys, I‘ve reached my final verdict on Liquid Death mountain water. While the macabre marketing may not be for everyone, this H2O is far from bad for you. In fact, it‘s probably better for your body (and the planet) than a lot of other bottled beverage options.
From the nutrition facts to the taste test to the sustainability stats, Liquid Death proves itself to be more than just a pretty skull face. This water has serious substance to back up the style—with pure mountain-sourced H2O, a stellar natural flavor, and infinitely recyclable cans to boot.
So should you add Liquid Death to your hydration rotation? If you‘re into good water and supporting a brand that doesn‘t take itself too seriously, I say heck yeah. Grab a 12 pack of these little death dealers and get ready to annihilate your thirst in the most metal way possible.
Just remember, even though it looks hardcore as hell, Liquid Death is still just water. As much as you may want to, you can‘t replace all your meals with this reaper-emblazoned refreshment. To paraphrase a popular idiom—Liquid Death is a fun friend, but moderation is your soulmate. Drink responsibly, stay hydrated, and enjoy the ride on the Liquid Death train!
