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Rs 50 Lakh for a Glass of Water, Here's a Look at List of Top 10 Most Expensive Water Bottles

In an era where the once freely flowing resource of water has transmuted into liquid luxury, the notion of a Rs 50 lakh glass of water might seem implausible, yet it's a tangible reality. The evolution of technology, coupled with the pursuit of purity, has turned water into one of the most coveted and pricey commodities on the planet.

Updated on: 1 December, 2023 12:17 PM IST By: Aysha Anam
Bling H20. (Photo Courtesy: blingh2o.com/home)

At the apogee of this extravagance sits the regal 'Acqua di Cristallo Tributo.' At a staggering cost of Rs 50 lakh per mere 750 ml, this water sourced from springs in France, Fiji, and Iceland is no ordinary aqua. Infused with 24-karat gold, each sip feels akin to a sip of opulence itself.

At the apogee of this extravagance sits the regal 'Acqua di Cristallo Tributo.' At a staggering cost of Rs 50 lakh per mere 750 ml, this water sourced from springs in France, Fiji, and Iceland is no ordinary aqua. Infused with 24-karat gold, each sip feels akin to a sip of opulence itself.

Not far behind, '10 Thousand BC' hails from the pristine terrains of Canada, fetched from distant locations, its price reaching a noteworthy Rs 97,278 for a 750 ml bottle, rendering it a testament to exclusivity.

Venturing deeper, 'Kona Nigari' emerges from the abyss of Hawaii and Japan, a treasure extracted from 2,000 meters below sea level, not just a beverage but an elixir reputed for its health benefits, valued at Rs 33,509.72 per 750 ml.

The Japanese allure continues with 'Fillico,' its bottles resembling chess pieces adorned with golden crowns, embodying sophistication and priced at Rs 18,252.64 for the same quantity.

From the American landscape, 'Bling H2O' sparkles with Swarovski crystals and is sealed like a bottle of champagne, elevating its value to Rs 3,333.82 per 750 ml.

In contrast, 'Veen 5' from Finland stakes its claim as the purest water globally, standing shoulder to shoulder in price at Rs 3,333.82 for a 750 ml bottle.

'AquaDeco,' hailed as the best-carbonated spring water of 2007, emerges from the heart of Canada, a blend of excellence priced at Rs 1,000.29 per 750 ml.

Delving deeper into the South American Andes, 'Lauquen Artes Mineral Water' springs forth from an aquifer 1,500 feet deep, bridging affordability at Rs 500 per 750 ml.

Nature's celestial gift, 'Tasmanian Rain,' collected straight from the sky in Australia, bears a price tag of Rs 416.76 for 750 ml, embodying the purity of its source.

Rounding up the top ten, 'Fine,' sourced from the slopes of Mount Fuji in Japan, holds its own at Rs 416.76 per 750 ml, an ode to the purity nestled in the heart of nature.

In a world where water was once freely abundant, these bottles offer a window into the evolving perceptions of this essential element. They are more than just beverages; they represent a fusion of nature's purity and human pursuit of perfection, transcending the boundaries of affordability and embodying the pinnacle of liquid luxury. Yet, in their opulence, they also reflect the stark reality of water's dwindling accessibility, provoking contemplation on its value beyond the price tag. As these bottles stand testament to the heights of extravagance, they equally shine a light on the preciousness of water itself.

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