What is the best bottled water in Australia?

Australia is home to some of the purest natural springs in the world, and when it comes to bottled water, consumers are faced with an impressive lineup of both local and international names. But what truly defines the best bottled water in Australia? For us, it comes down to three essentials: purity, sustainability, and taste.

Australian bottled water brands — from Aquaworks’ Peninsula Springs, Little Hampton, Acqua Sorrento, and Skull Water to competitors like CAPI and Cape Grim

The Aquaworks Collection – Setting the Standard

At Aquaworks, we’re proud to represent a family of leading Australian brands that balance quality with sustainability.

• Peninsula Springs – Available in BPA-free bottles and 375ml aluminium cans, Peninsula Springs offers crisp spring water drawn from Victoria’s pristine aquifers. Light, pure, and sustainably packaged, it’s ideal for everyday hydration.

• Little Hampton Spring Water – A luxury brand in elegant glass bottles and cans. Known for its smooth mouthfeel and delicate mineral profile, Little Hampton has earned recognition on the world stage, competing against Europe’s finest waters at the Berkeley Springs International Water Awards.

• Acqua Sorrento – A proudly Australian sparkling water crafted to rival imports like San Pellegrino and Perrier. Lightly carbonated and canned on Australia’s only water-only canning line, it delivers uncompromised purity and a refined sparkle.

• Skull Water – Edgy, youthful, and designed for those who want hydration with attitude. Available in striking black and red cans (still and sparkling), Skull Water makes a bold stand against plastic waste while keeping hydration cool and fun.

Other Leading Australian Bottled Water Brands

Beyond Aquaworks, Australia is also home to other premium waters that shape the market:

• CAPI Water – Known for its mineral-rich sparkling water, often served in cafés and restaurants across Australia. Stylishly packaged in glass, CAPI positions itself as a local competitor to premium imported sparkling brands.

• Antipodes – Although technically New Zealand, it’s widely available in Australia and often grouped with premium local waters. Its glass-bottled still and sparkling waters are popular in fine dining.

• Cape Grim Water – Harvested from rainfall in remote north-west Tasmania, this brand markets itself as “the world’s purest rainwater.”

• Tasmanian Rain – Another Tasmanian water that captures and bottles rainfall, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

• Mount Franklin & Pump – Mainstream Australian household names, offering wide accessibility at supermarkets, service stations, and convenience stores.

Competing with Imports

The Australian market also features international heavyweights like San Pellegrino, Evian, Fiji, and Perrier, which have long dominated shelves. While these brands have prestige, they are imported, adding unnecessary carbon miles compared to locally sourced waters. Increasingly, Australian consumers are turning to domestic options that combine provenance with eco-friendly packaging.

Why Aquaworks Stands Out as the best bottled water?

What makes Aquaworks brands leaders in the conversation about the best bottled water in Australia?

• Local provenance – 100% sourced from natural springs in Victoria.

• Eco packaging – From BPA-free bottles to recyclable glass and aluminium cans, we’re committed to reducing plastic waste.

• Diverse choices – From premium luxury (Little Hampton) to youthful energy (Skull Water), sparkling sophistication (Acqua Sorrento) to everyday hydration (Peninsula Springs).

Final Thoughts

So, what is the best bottled water in Australia? With options ranging from elegant glass bottles to edgy cans, Australians can enjoy world-class spring water without needing to rely on imports. At Aquaworks, our brands — Peninsula Springs, Little Hampton, Acqua Sorrento, and Skull Water — stand proudly alongside competitors like CAPI, Cape Grim, and Mount Franklin, offering choice, sustainability, and unbeatable purity.