Beverage
Distilled Water
C tier
Distilled water is steam-condensed pure H2O with minerals removed—flat taste, used in labs, irons, and some fermentation or technical cooking where ions interfere. Not ideal for everyday drinking flavour. Use when recipes or equipment demand zero mineral load. Can make coffee and tea taste hollow.
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Characteristics
Preparations
EquipmentLab StyleRare BeverageTechnical Cook
Traits
DemineralisedFlatFlat TastePurePure H2OTechnicalTechnical Use
History
Laboratory and industrial distillation produced mineral-free water.
Retail distilled water entered pharmacies and grocery shelves.
Home appliances and CPAP devices increased distilled water demand.
Culinary use stayed niche for technical preparations.