Some days, you’ll happily down three bottles of water without thinking. Other days? One glass feels like a chore. Oddly enough, it’s rarely about thirst. It’s about the taste.

Maybe there’s a faint chlorine smell. Maybe it feels a bit flat or leaves a metallic tang. Either way, it’s enough to make you reach for something else.

And while hydration might seem like a background issue, it’s not. Over time, how much or how little water you drink can affect everything from your energy and digestion to your focus and mood. And that goes double for kids—their water needs are high, but their standards? Surprisingly picky.

Let’s unpack how filtered water improves the taste and quality of your water, and why that’s a bigger deal for your daily health than you might think.

What’s Messing with the Taste of Tap Water?

While Australia’s tap water is treated to meet high safety standards, it doesn’t always mean it tastes great. The flavour, or lack thereof, often comes down to what’s still lingering in your water by the time it reaches your glass.

Here are the usual suspects behind that less-than-refreshing taste:

Chlorine and Chemical Smells

These disinfectants are added to kill bacteria, but they can also give your water a poolside tang. Many people find this chemical taste off-putting, especially those with sensitive palates.

Sediment and Rust

If your pipes are older or your water supply carries mineral-heavy sediment, it can affect both the taste and the clarity of your water. Sometimes you’ll even see little flakes or cloudiness.

Organic Compounds

From trace pesticides  to algae blooms in water catchments, organic compounds can sneak into the supply and leave your water tasting a bit or musty.

Plastic Residues

Some plumbing fixtures or bottled containers can leach plastic-like flavours into your drinking water, especially in hot climates.

Want to dive deeper? The Water Industry Operations Association of Australia created a Water Tasting Wheel that maps out the many flavours and aromas that can appear in drinking water—from earthy notes to chlorine tang. It’s a handy guide to understanding why your water might taste a little off.

Why Filtered Water Actually Tastes Better

So, what’s behind that “ahhh” moment when you sip filtered water? It’s not just in your head—it’s chemistry.

Filtered water tastes better because it’s missing all the things that mess with your senses. And that’s where a good filter makes all the difference.

Earths Water filters use multi-stage filtration to remove the things that mess with taste without stripping the minerals your body still needs. Chlorine? Out. Sediment? Gone. Plastic residues? Filtered right out. The result is water that tastes clean, crisp, and smooth—just the way it should.

We’ve heard it time and time again in reviews (and maybe even in your kitchen): people who hated the taste of water suddenly can’t get enough. In fact, research shows that taste and odour are the top reasons people avoid drinking tap water—especially kids and teens, who tend to be extra picky.

Why Taste Matters for Hydration

When your water tastes clean and fresh, you naturally reach for it more often. Here’s how this plays out for real-world hydration:

Kids Drink More

Children are especially sensitive to smell and taste. When water tastes funny, they’ll often avoid it. Clean-tasting water makes it easier to get them sipping regularly and skipping the sugary stuff.

You Stay Ahead of Dehydration

Adults need around 2 to 2.5 litres of water a day. If it tastes good, you’re more likely to hit your daily hydration goals without even noticing.

Less Bottled Water

When your tap water actually tastes good, there’s less temptation to buy bottled water. That’s better for your wallet and the planet.

Tea and Coffee Taste Better

Say goodbye to that odd aftertaste in your morning coffee. Filtered water tastes better and brings out the natural flavours of tea and coffee without chlorine or mineral interference.

Food Prep Gets a Boost

When you rinse fruit, boil pasta, or cook rice with clean water, the flavours shine through and there’s no weird residue or film left behind.

Even Your Pets Benefit

Filtered water isn’t just for humans. Your furry friends deserve clean hydration too, especially if they’re sensitive to smells or additives in tap water.

Earths Water Filters: Helping Aussies Love Their Water Again

At Earths Water, we believe water should taste as good as it feels—clean, refreshing, and free from the extras. Our range of filters is designed to fit your life, whether you’re at home, out for a walk, or packing lunchboxes.

Kid-Friendly Picks

The Ultra Water Filter Bottle makes hydration fun and easy, especially for fussy drinkers. This water filter benefits you a lot as it’s reusable, refillable, and reduces microplastics, chlorine, and sediment with every sip.

Earths Water Tip: Keep a few Ultra Water Filter Bottles on rotation—one at work, one in your gym bag, and one for the car. And for the little ones, let them pick their own or decorate their bottle with stickers. If it’s theirs, they’re more likely to use it.

Everyday Home Heroes

From the Glass Benchtop Filter to the 3.5L Glass Carafe, our water filters remove the stuff you don’t want, without fuss. Just clean, great-tasting water that’s ready whenever you are.

Earths Water Tip: Keep filtered water visible. Out of sight, out of mind, right? Keep our 3.5L Glass Carafe on the kitchen bench or front of the fridge. That visual reminder makes it more likely you’ll pour yourself a glass throughout the day.

Good Taste Is Just the Beginning

At the end of the day, taste isn’t just about enjoyment but also about sticking to habits. Filtered water tastes better, so you and your family are more likely to drink more often. Proper hydration supports energy levels, skin health, digestion, mental sharpness, and even mood stability.

If your tap water’s been letting you down, maybe it’s time for a little upgrade.  With Earths Water filters, you get clean, refreshing water that’s pleasant from first sip to the last drop. And if it helps you start your day with a good sip instead of a sigh? That’s what we call a hydration win.