CANNED WATER

Both will hydrate you, but canned water has an edge beyond the sip. Plastic bottled water can contain microplastics and nanoplastics, some of which may come from the bottle and cap. A 2024 study found an average of roughly 240,000 plastic particles in each liter of bottled water, with about 90% classified as nanoplastics. Aluminum cans also offer a more circular packaging option because aluminum can be recycled repeatedly without losing its quality.

Yes. Canned water can be a healthy way to stay hydrated, especially when it has no sugar, sweeteners, or unnecessary additives. mainelove keeps it simple: water, bubbles when called for, and natural flavors in the flavored varieties. Zero sugar. Zero calories. Nothing complicated.

Look for a trusted water source, simple ingredients, clear quality information, and a can that can be recycled. We may be slightly biased, but mainelove starts with water from Maine’s Sebago Lake and offers still, sparkling, and naturally flavored options without sugar or artificial flavors.

Cardiologists do not universally say that bottled water is unsafe. The concern usually involves single-use plastic and emerging research about microplastics and nanoplastics. Some studies have found an association between plastic particles in arterial plaque and cardiovascular problems, but that does not prove bottled water directly causes heart disease. Staying hydrated remains important; choosing cans or reusable containers can simply help reduce your reliance on single-use plastic.

Yes. Beverage cans use food-contact linings designed to protect both the drink and the container. Packaging materials used for food and beverages are regulated for their intended use.

Yes. Aluminum can be melted down and remade into new cans repeatedly without losing its material quality. Just remember: infinitely recyclable only works when the can actually reaches the recycling bin.

It shouldn’t. Beverage cans have a thin inner lining that separates the water from the aluminum, protects the can from corrosion, and helps preserve the flavor. When you taste mainelove can water, you’ll only taste a crisp, refreshing drink.

mainelove is sourced from Sebago Lake in Maine. Its watershed is surrounded by forests that naturally help protect and filter the water before it reaches the lake. A little Maine wilderness, conveniently available without the hiking boots.