3.7
63% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Aura Bora
3.7 • 155 Reviews
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3.7
63% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Aura Bora earns polarized reviews: the brand’s inventive herbal–fruit seltzers (Cactus Rose, Lavender Cucumber, Ginger Meyer Lemon, Peppermint Watermelon, Lime Cardamom) delight many with refreshing, crisp profiles and eye-catching cans, but others find flavors perfumey, basil- or herb-forward, or too faint, and note inconsistent execution. Reviews suggest it can be a standout mixer or soda alternative if you enjoy botanical notes, yet flavor balance and intensity vary widely across SKUs.
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I've purchased Aura Bora sparkling waters many times. I like the hints of herbal elements they add into it. There is barely any carbonation which is nice for an afternoon snack or when feeling unwell and not wanting to cause acid reflux (which I'm slightly sensitive to having happen). I love the packaging and designs on the cans as well!

Aura Bora has a great idea by using natural herbs, fruits and flowers to flavor sparkling water rather than artificial flavors. I found the flavor to be a bit underwhelming. I would have appreciated a stronger taste. But others might greatly appreciate the softer taste.

Originally I didn't like these because the first flavor I tried was Strawberry Basil, and that one was gross to me. After that I tried the Cactus Rose, and that's my favorite one so far. Raspberry Vanilla is pretty good as well. The Cucumber Lavender one is alright, but I'm also not too big on the flavor of cucumber personally. I do like that the brand only puts good ingredients in their drinks and has some of the coolest artwork on their cans.

I enjoyed the unique flavor profile of Aura Bora's zero sugar Peppermint Watermelon sparkling water. I didn't know what to exact with this flavor combination but it was actually very subtle and refreshing. I would definitely purchase this again.


I’ve tried both the lavender cucumber and the strawberry basil flavors from them. The design is super cute but the flavors aren’t my favorite. They’re really aromatic so it can taste like I’m drinking lotion or perfume instead of a beverage.

SO YUMMY - I’m realizing as I’m writing this that I previously stated I didn’t enjoy flavored sparkling waters but I may have lied. I don’t enjoy the “typical” brands but Aura Bora out does themselves every dang time!

1y ago
I got a few AURA BORA flavored waters this week. I have been drinking these waters for at least a year, I really love the interesting flavor combinations. Today I had a Lavender Cucumber water and it was really refreshing. I am currently drinking the Catcus Rose water right now. It tastes very light but really amazing. I have trouble with my water intake since where I live the tap water is gross. I usually boil all the water I drink and make tea with it. I really love have a canned flavored water to take when I leave the house. I really love that there are not any sugar substitutes in this flavored water

Refreshing and creative flavors! Unique and refreshing with a spa-like vibe. Lavender Cucumber is smooth and calming without being overpowering. The lavender is calming but not overpowering, and the cucumber adds a crisp finish. Perfect for a sophisticated twist on sparkling water.

I don’t like giving such bad reviews, but I have to be honest here. There is nothing good about this drink except the cute can. According to Aura Bora, their “sparkling waters are made with herbs, fruits and flowers for earthly tastes and heavenly feeling.” That’s not at all how I’d describe the flavor. It tastes medicinal and makes me burp even though I only drank half. Definitely not something I’ll be buying again.

This is a unique and flavorful sparkling water! With the flavor of fruity, yummy strawberries and the refreshing taste of basil herb, what’s not to like? My guests loved them!

I have tried a few of their flavors but honestly slightly not the biggest fan. I can see these being goof for someone who is a big sparkling water fan. I just feel like they are missing some flavor for myself.

I tried two flavors of this sparkling water the basil & strawberry and the ginger Meyer lemon. The basil one I found to be so off putting that I couldn’t finish the can. The ginger one was okay. Not bad but not great.

I've gotten the individual cans before, the lavender one tastes the best, the different varieties and flavor combos are a little weird. I really wanted to like them. I do really love the packaging I think it's really cool artwork. I recently got a coupon to try six pack and the ginger Meyer lemon 🍋 is super tasty! It's my new flavor water favorite. This is a product that I would definitely buy all the time if I had unlimited funds but alas I do not, I'm poor and I have a very extremely limited grocery budget.

These beverages are a nice change from plain-jane water. Refreshing and light. I enjoy them often! My two faves are Peppermint watermelon and Cucumber lavender. Unique tastes, which I love. I'm not a big fan of sweets...but the only improvement I can think of is that it could use a little bit more natural sweetener, IMO.

4y ago
Separating experience into two, i) brand and ii) product. I think the branding is absolutely fabulous. I'm addicted to the Aura Bora universe, and I love the slogan 'drink weird water'! I'm constantly introducing the brand to friends, family and strangers. The sparkling water itself tastes great, and I'm not usually a sparkling water drinker. The Cactus Rose is my favorite, with Lemongrass Coconut at a close second. Would recommend to any human who drinks water.

5y ago
Aura Bora had been on my list of brands I want to try for a while. Finally came across them at my local supermarket (on sale too!) and decided to pick a couple of cans up, one basil berry and one lavender cucumber. Thought the packaging was fun with the pastel colors and cartoons, but at the same time, it's a bit busy and takes some effort to take in what's written on it. I tried the basil berry first. Despite the name and other signs in their marketing about being an herbal drink, I somehow thought it'd be more berry-like, kind of like those hotel fruit-infused waters that sometimes have mint or something. I was unpleasantly wrong. The drink was heavy on the basil and light on the berry. If that was my only point of reference, I would've probably rated a 1 out of 5. Waited a couple of weeks before I gave the lavender cucumber a go as I expected a similar experience and was not looking forward to that. However, in this case, I was pleasantly surprised! Lavender was the primary flavor, but it was lighter, and the cucumber undertone was refreshing.
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There's definitely potential for good flavor combos of herbs, fruits, and/or flowers, but I'm not sure it's quite there yet (either in terms of combos or in terms of the flavor strength), especially for basil berry.

Tried the lavender cucumber - Super drinkeable (dare I say the cliche, ‘crushable’?) Sparkling cucumber with a slight nose of lavender - not overpowering at all. It was great to have one of these after a quick toy pick up and dance party in the living room with my 5yo.

I’ve been buying these drinks for over a year and I do not tire of the refreshing and unique blends. I like the skinnier can shape and of course, the can itself is eye catching.
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Nothing that growth won’t fix—-pricing and availability

I find sparkling water to be hit or miss and I found this to be true for Aura Bora drinks as well. The product is super attractive and even the can feels more high end, but for $4 a can it’s definitely only for an occasional splurge. I’ve tried the raspberry vanilla and cactus rose and didn’t enjoy them as much as I expected. The raspberry vanilla had a really strong vanilla taste so if that’s your thing, you might enjoy it. They aren’t bad, but considering the price, I wouldn’t buy them again. I really like that there is zero sugar and are flavored with herbs/fruit/flowers so I’ll still try some of the flavors that others have really enjoyed like Ginger Lemon. It might be worth getting the variety pack to cut down on costs and to find the flavor that suits you.

I tried the Lemongrass and Coconut. Tasty, pretty strong flavor. Cute and colorful branding.
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Explain benefits of the herbal extracts, if any.
