Third Wave Water minerals by preferred brew type

Brew every method as intended

Different brewing methods extract coffee in different ways, and the water you use can significantly influence the final cup. The right balance of minerals helps each brew method perform at its best, ensuring clarity, sweetness and consistency from the first sip to the last.

Third Wave Water mineral profiles are formulated to complement a wide range of brewing techniques. Wherever you are in Europe, simply start with distilled or reverse-osmosis water, add a sachet, and brew with confidence.

Why matching water to brew method matters

Whether you brew espresso under high pressure or prepare a gentle pourover, water chemistry shapes extraction. Hardness, alkalinity and mineral composition all determine how flavour compounds dissolve.

Each Third Wave Water profile is developed to deliver predictable extraction for specific brew styles. Our precise mineral mixes use:

• Magnesium to enhance sweetness and heighten flavour clarity
• Calcium to contribute to mouthfeel and body
• Bicarbonates to stabilise acidity and maintain balance

Using the appropriate water for your brewing method helps you achieve a cup that is true to the character of the coffee and consistent day after day.

Find Your Ideal coffee water profile

From intense espresso to slow-brewed filter coffee, Third Wave Water makes it straightforward to optimise your brew method with water designed for the task.

Our mineral profiles crafted for different brewing styles include:

• Espresso Machine Profile – optimised for crema and balanced acidity.
• Low Acid Profile – gentle on the stomach without compromising taste. 
• Cold Brew Profile – enhances smoothness and sweetness during long extractions.

Simply add one sachet to distilled or reverse-osmosis water and enjoy reliable, café-quality results at home or in your coffee bar.