Boxed Water Smakssett

The cardboard bottles feel sturdier than I expected, and the watermelon flavor has a subtle sweetness that doesn’t linger. I’ve already finished three of the lemon ones—it’s just the right hint of citrus without any fake aftertaste.

The blackberry one is my favorite—it's subtle, not fake-sweet like most flavored waters. The boxed packaging also keeps it colder than plastic bottles do, which is a nice bonus for a 12-pack that covers all the basics.

The watermelon flavor tastes surprisingly clean, not fake at all, and the blackberry has a nice subtle tartness. I like that the box is recyclable and the water itself feels lighter than the plastic bottles I used to buy. This sampler is a smart way to figure out which one you'll want to stock up on