Nabeghlavi or Borjomi: which is better?
How Georgia's two best-known mineral waters differ.
Short answer
Both are natural sodium bicarbonate waters, but Borjomi from the Borjomi gorge is noticeably saltier and more mineralised, while Nabeghlavi from Guria tastes milder, so people drink it more often day to day. Both are sold almost everywhere in Georgia and are inexpensive. Which is better is a matter of taste; with stomach or kidney conditions, discuss your choice of mineral water with a doctor.
Why
- The Nabeghlavi spring is in the mountains of Guria, with a small resort nearby.
- Borjomi became famous in the 19th century, while Nabeghlavi was first bottled in the 20th.
- Other Georgian waters include Sairme and Likani.
Details
In Georgia, mineral water is drunk with meals and after a feast. If Borjomi's salty taste is unfamiliar, start with Nabeghlavi.
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Sources
- Georgian National Tourism AdministrationChecked at:
This is not medical advice.
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