Aura Bora reviews and discussion

3.7

63% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Distinctive botanical flavor combinations
  • Refreshing, crisp drinking experience
  • Eye-catching, artistic packaging
  • Clean, zero-calorie formulation
  • Occasionally perfumey, medicinal taste
  • Inconsistent flavor intensity execution
  • Herb-forward, unbalanced profiles
  • Subtle, faint flavor notes

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.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

155 reviews and posts

  • I love this stuff! My personal favorite is the strawberry basil. These are very herbal leaning and stronger in flavor than most flavored waters so if that isn't your thing you probably won't like these. My issue with these is the price. They are so expensive I get them for a treat here and there not for an everyday drink.

  • I love how innovative Aura Bora is with its flavors, and the branding is awesome. I can definitely see there being great fit with a certain type of consumer who has more refined taste than me :) I personally gravitate more towards sweeter, fruitier tastes so these aren't the best fit. That said, I find the lavender cucumber to be very refreshing!

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    Would personally love sweeter, fruitier flavors

  • First off, the cans are beautiful and that's what attracted me to trying this sparkling water. I actually didn't realize it was a sparkling water before I got it; I thought it was a tea or something. The flavors are very unique--I got lavender cucumber and ginger lemon. However, since it is just water, the flavors are very subtle. For sparkling water by itself, I would say this product is too expensive, but the flavors make fun mixers for non-alcoholic drinks.

  • I absolutely love Aura Bora Herbal Sparkling Water, I got the flavor Lavender Cucumber. The flavor I tried was incredibly refreshing, and the taste was truly delightful.

  • Great flavors and amazing graphic design on the cans! I really loved the peppermint watermelon.

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    Come to canada!!

  • Aura Bora Sparkling Water offers a unique and refreshing experience with real herbs, fruits, and flowers. Flavors like Strawberry Basil and Lavender Cucumber are inventive and balanced, delivering a crisp taste without added sugars or calories. The brand’s commitment to sustainability, donating 1% of sales to environmental causes, is a great bonus. The vibrant packaging adds charm, making each can not only tasty but visually appealing. Perfect for those looking for a sophisticated, health-conscious alternative to sugary drinks!

  • I had high hopes for this beverage both for my own personal consumption and to be able to offer guests. However, the flavors turned out to be a bit too specific for both me and my friends tastes—even as a mixer or chaser. While the packaging and artwork is unique and emits high-quality, artsy, and crafted, the flavor profiles were hard to swallow. Unfortunately, these cans also stayed in my fridge for months while my family and friends decided to hard pass on them.

  • I like that there are multiple interesting flavors. I didn’t like the raspberry vanilla one though

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  • I definitely bought this because the can looked super cool. The drink was great! I had a few different flavors and all of them were incredibly tasty. Such a great alternative to alcohol as well.

  • The flavor profiles are unique and refreshing, plus the branding is great. Edit: it's been two years since i posted this review and I am still obsessed. The flavors are unlike any other sparkling waters and i can't get enough

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    The price can be a bit high for an everyday sparkling beverage.

  • Aura Bora's Cactus Rose Soda was really tasty. The packaging is cute and the flavor is unique. Definitely a vibe and would certainly drink again.

  • I tried Aura Bora, and while I appreciated the unique flavors and branding, it didn’t quite live up to my expectations. The herbal and floral notes were interesting, but some combinations felt a bit overpowering rather than refreshing. The carbonation was decent, but I found the overall taste to be more on the subtle side, lacking the crispness I usually look for in a sparkling water. It’s an okay option if you’re looking for something different, but not something I’d reach for regularly.

  • Their packages are very cute! The flavors are unique like lavender but when you taste it, it is not too strong aroma and can be enjoyed like a sparkling water. I suggest not buying them online since the packaging we got were mostly dented. It was ok to consume but just didn't look as nice.

  • Very crisp and refreshing flavor combination.

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  • I tried the cactus flavor as an alternative to drinking a margarita. It was pretty good, but nothing amazing. I think I only bought these since they were on sale. I probably would pass if they were full price.

  • Aura Bora has reformed me--gone are the days of Bubly and La Croix. I'll be honest, does it taste much different? I mean, no. It's sparkling water. But are the unique flavors and visually appealing packaging enough for me? Yes, yes they are.

  • Tried the cactus rose, definitely a herbal sparkling water. I think it would be nice to mix it and create drinks with it since it has the infused flavors.

  • I am so in love with these! The flavors are super realistic and unlike anything else on the market. They are good enough to have on their own instead of a soda or alcoholic drink, and there is a great variety. I wish they weren't so expensive, but honestly kinda worth it.