Imagine making the perfect cocktail or brewing the ideal iced coffee—only to drop in ice cubes loaded with chlorine. That lingering chemical taste? It can spoil even the most delicious drink. Using filtered water for ice is a simple change that ensures your beverages are chlorine-free,  preserving flavor and purity. Here’s how this small switch can make a big difference.

Why Chlorine in Ice Can Ruin Your Drinks

Chlorine is added to tap water to kill bacteria and other harmful microorganisms, ensuring it’s safe to drink. But that same chlorine can significantly alter the flavor of your favorite drinks. When tap water with chlorine freezes into ice cubes, the chemical compounds don’t disappear—they’re released as the ice melts, affecting the taste of your drink.

Using chlorine-laden ice in cocktails, iced coffee, or even a simple glass of water can create an unpleasant, chemical undertone that dulls the natural flavors. And it’s not just about taste: chlorine can have effects on your digestion, too, making it a less-than-ideal ingredient in your drinks.

Health Risks of Chlorine

Beyond taste, chlorine can have potential health implications, especially when consumed regularly. Here are some ways chlorine can affect you:

• Digestive Irritation: Chlorine exposure can lead to mild stomach and intestinal discomfort for some people, especially those with sensitive stomachs.
• Harmful Byproducts: One of the most concerning byproducts of chlorine in water is trihalomethanes (THMs). These compounds form when chlorine reacts with organic materials in water or your favourite iced beverages and are considered hazardous. You can learn more about THMs here.
• Oxidative Stress: Some research indicates that chlorine in water can increase oxidative stress in the body. Oxidative stress occurs when there’s an imbalance between antioxidants and free radicals, potentially leading to cellular damage and contributing to aging and other health issues.

If you’re someone who enjoys frequent iced beverages, be sure to make ice cubes with filtered water to reduce your exposure to chlorine.

How Filtered Water Makes Better-Tasting Ice

Making ice with filtered water is an easy way to enhance the taste of any drink, whether you’re enjoying a simple glass of water, a craft cocktail, or your daily iced coffee. A quality water filter like Santevia will effectively reduce or eliminate chlorine and other impurities, producing clean-tasting ice that won’t interfere with your drink’s flavor profile.

In addition to removing chlorine, Santevia filters also provide these important benefits:

• Filter Out 90+ Contaminants: From heavy metals to forever chemicals, Santevia’s advanced filtration tackles over 90 common water contaminants.
• Add Essential Minerals: Unlike many filtration systems that strip away beneficial minerals, Santevia’s filters remineralize your water, adding calcium, magnesium, and other essential minerals for improved taste and hydration.

By using Santevia, you’ll enjoy purified, mineral-rich water that enhances the flavor of both your drinks and ice cubes.

Ready to Transform Your Drinks?

Using filtered water for ice is a small change with a big impact on your drinks' taste and purity. Next time you’re crafting the perfect cocktail, brewing your iced coffee, or simply pouring a refreshing glass of water, skip the chlorine and use Santevia’s filtered water for your ice cubes. Your taste buds—and your health—will thank you.