Long-Life Drinking Water

Long shelf life drinking water: what is it?

By definition, drinking water is water that can be drunk and used for domestic and commercial purposes without health risks. It has been previously treated and can be distributed as running water (tap water) or bottled water (sparkling or spring water, distilled or carbonated water).
This is water that can be stored for many years, even a decade. This water has undergone several different levels of filtration before being packaged. You'll find sachets of water like those from FDF TEK containing 24 portions of 125 ml, totalling 3 litres of water. You'll also find those from Seven Oceans containing 2 sachets each containing 5 water rations of 50 ml, totalling 500 ml of water.
Sachets of water can be stored for approximately 5 years. Their packaging consists of several layers of aluminium, minimising weight and making it very simple and easy to store. This also facilitates water storage for an almost unlimited duration, even in unfavourable conditions. The sachets are strong and effectively resist heat, cold, etc.
You'll also find water in barrels that can be stored for 10 years. This is a product from Emergency Food by Convar. The barrel is also extremely solid and resistant to all types of climate and impacts. It's waterproof and lightweight, making it very easy to transport.
All these drinking waters will be your best allies for outdoor trips and even for domestic use. This is different from bottled water found everywhere in shops which can only be stored for two years.

Benefits of drinking water – long shelf life for outdoor enthusiasts

Firstly, hyperthermia (rapid increase in body temperature) can occur if your water supply runs out for any length of time. This can be extremely dangerous as you risk fainting. It is therefore essential to stay hydrated during your activity.
Hydration needs vary with temperature, terrain and baseline hydration levels, which differ from one hiker to another. Some hikers need to drink more water than others. It's also important to note that summer is a season when hiking is much harder. This leads to a drop in baseline hydration levels for all hikers, thus increasing hydration needs.
We strongly recommend drinking without restricting yourself. Dehydration is very harmful to the body, particularly when exposed to intense sun. We therefore advise you to hydrate regularly with small sips. For family hikes, keep an eye on children to ensure they drink enough water and don't become dehydrated.
For this purpose, long shelf life drinking water will be your best ally. You'll have several litres of water at hand to keep you hydrated. You should also consider not only the water you'll drink, but also the water you'll use for cooking and hygiene. This is very important during outdoor activities. Since you'll certainly be carrying freeze dried food with you, you'll need this water to rehydrate it.
Another advantage of this water is that it's lightweight and easy to carry. You can easily take a large supply with you without adding weight to your backpack. If you're worried about water sachets puncturing in your bag and wetting your belongings, these packages are sturdy and waterproof.
Additionally, this is already filtered water. You don't need to carry water filters which can quickly become cumbersome.

Common benefits of drinking water – long shelf life

If you're someone seeking self-sufficiency, long shelf life drinking water will be extremely useful. You can easily store it at home. Running out of water at home is truly a frightening situation.
Storing water at home is essential for survival in case of crisis or major disaster. During lockdown, for example, when it's impossible to go shopping every day, it's better to have a substantial water supply. There may also be times when tap water is cut off, which can be very problematic.
Since this water can be stored for 5 to 10 years, you have plenty of time to use it and restock. It can be used for drinking and cooking. The 5-litre water barrel allows you to shower, do laundry or any other task requiring water.