Sparkling water is water that contains dissolved carbon dioxide gas, giving it effervescence or "fizz."
Understanding Sparkling Water
At its core, sparkling water is carbonated water. This means that carbon dioxide (CO2) gas has been dissolved within the water.
According to the provided information, this dissolved gas can be added in two main ways:
- Artificially injected: Gas is forced into the water under pressure.
- Naturally occurring: In some cases, carbonation happens naturally, often found in certain mineral water sources.
It's the presence of this dissolved carbon dioxide that creates the bubbles and the distinct mouthfeel associated with sparkling water.
Other Names for Sparkling Water
Due to its popularity and global presence, sparkling water is known by many different names. The reference lists several common synonyms you might encounter:
- Soda water
- Bubbly water
- Fizzy water
- Club soda
- Water with gas
- Mineral water (often used in many places, especially when naturally carbonated)
- Seltzer or Seltzer water (particularly common in the United States)
Regardless of the name used, the fundamental characteristic is water containing dissolved carbon dioxide, setting it apart from still or flat water.
