1.) Gerolsteiner B79/750 ml (Germany) (BK Pick)

Level of Fizziness:
Gerolsteiner tastes pretty awesome. Nicely balanced, the fizz isn’t overpowering and there’s a pleasant balance of minerals. It could go very well with whisky, too.
Verdict: Goes best with meals.

2.) San Benedetto B66/500 ml (Italy)

Level of Fizziness:
Quite a light and clean fizz and a more neutral taste than others. Some might think it a bit bland, but it’s still quite refreshing. Pretty good for wining and dining.
Verdict: Almost.

3.) Valdimeti B32/500 ml (Italy)

Level of Fizziness:
Smells and tastes like a soda bottle has been left opened in a refrigerator for months. Strangely acidic.
Verdict: Stale soda.

4.) Voss B85/375ml (Norway)

Level of Fizziness: H
Yeah, the bottle’s pretty stylish, but it can’t make up for its gently bubbling, medicinal-tasting contents.
Verdict: Like taking some aspirin.

5.) Badoit B56/330 ml (France)

Level of Fizziness:
Flat-tasting with no real flavor to speak of. It’s neither refreshing nor lively.
Verdict: Needs more personality.

6.) Apollinaris B51/330 ml (Germany)

Level of Fizziness:
Quite sweet and powerful at first, with the largest bubbles of the lot, but this doesn’t last long, as it leaves an unpleasant aftertaste.
Verdict: Sweet and weak.

7.) Perrier B52/330ml (France) (runner up)

Level of Fizziness:
Nicely crisp and soda-like. Being super fizzy, it’s the kind of drink that could actually clean your palate if you’re eating something greasy. We also love its neutral flavor—perfect for when you’re really thirsty and works well with a slice of lemon (or a splash of Sangsom).
Verdict: Total refreshment.

8.) Mont Fleur B45/300 ml (Thailand) (yuck!)

Level of Fizziness:
We have to admit we didn’t feel entirely comfortable drinking this one due to the metallic smell upon opening. The taste isn’t any better, either—it’s as if there’s a high concentration of iron in it.  
Verdict: Better to stay dry.

9.) San Pellegrino B49/500 ml (Italy)

Level of Fizziness:
This famous brand has an unobtrusive, neutral flavor and aroma that makes it a pretty good companion for a meal. Thirst-quenching, too.
Verdict: Nice and clean.