Fiji water is pure natural artesian mineral water with no additives, preservatives, or seed oils. The main benefit of a 'DIY' approach is avoiding single-use plastic bottles and ensuring access to similar-quality mineral water at home through bulk sourcing or proper filtration systems.
Based on: Fiji
· Makes approximately 60 servings (60 liters)
· Serving: 1 liter
Why This Recipe is Seed Oil Free
Commercial Fiji from Fiji often contains inflammatory seed oils like canola, soybean, or sunflower oil. This homemade version replaces them with healthier fats like butter, ghee, coconut oil, or avocado oil — giving you the same great taste without the processed oils.
60 liters · Mountain Valley Spring Water (glass bottles) or Gerolsteiner Natural Mineral Water
Provides the base mineral water with naturally occurring electrolytes and minerals similar to artesian water
Instructions
Step 1. Purchase high-quality natural mineral water in bulk from a reputable source. Mountain Valley Spring Water offers similar mineral content to Fiji water and comes in glass bottles to avoid plastic contamination. The water requires no preparation - it is ready to drink as-is.
Step 2. If using a home filtration system alternative: Install a high-quality reverse osmosis system with remineralization (like Berkey with mineral stones or AquaTru with mineral boost). This removes contaminants while adding back essential minerals.
Step 3. Store glass bottles in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Avoid plastic bottles when possible to prevent microplastic contamination and BPA exposure.
Step 4. For optimal mineral balance, rotate between 2-3 different natural spring water sources to get varied mineral profiles throughout the month.
Step 5. Consider investing in a quality water filtration system for long-term savings and environmental benefits. A good RO system with remineralization can produce water quality equivalent to or better than Fiji water.
Storage
Store in glass containers in cool, dark conditions. Natural mineral water has indefinite shelf life when properly stored. Avoid plastic bottles for long-term storage.
Cost Comparison
Cost per serving (homemade)$4.00
Cost per serving (store-bought)$3.99
Savings0%
Premium mineral water costs are comparable to Fiji. Real savings come from bulk purchasing in glass containers and avoiding single-use plastic. Long-term RO system investment offers 90%+ savings after initial cost.