Bluewater Showcases Water-Built-For-Coffee Tech At Coffee Fest Chicago 2026
When cafés can control water composition”, Bluewater US chief Niklas Ivarsson underlines, “they gain greater control over flavor, consistency, and overall beverage quality."
When cafés can control water composition”, Bluewater US chief Niklas Ivarsson underlines, “they gain greater control over flavor, consistency, and overall beverage quality."
“Coffee Rock is the only mineral formula engineered to support optimal extraction — not just in the cup, but by keeping the espresso machine performing at the top of its game." says Maximillian Lundin.
"Water chemistry remains one of the most neglected yet influential variables in specialty coffee", says Bluewater scientist Dr Ahmed Fawzi.
“What’s hidden in our water matters more than ever. We can’t ignore it,” says Bengt Rittri
“Bluewater is for roasters, shop owners, and operators who care about safe water, better flavor, and protecting their equipment...”
“We already have the technology to practicably removed most all harmful contaminants from tap water..." says Bengt Rittri.
“Supporting the people and platforms that advance specialty coffee is a core priority,” said Bluewater US chief Niklas Ivarsson.
“Coffee is about much more than beans,” said Bluewater founder and CEO Bengt Rittri.
"People should be able to trust their tap water in 2026," says Bluewater founder and CEO Bengt Rittri.
“Forever chemicals don’t belong in a baby’s first sip of tap water,” Niklas Ivarsson said.
“Safe water is the foundation of health, productivity and resilience,” Bengt Rittri said.
“Safe water is essential for health, resilience, and daily life ... But while governments work to improve systems, people also need practical, smarter tools to protect themselves now, whether at home, at work, or anywhere else."
If we act now, we can avoid discovering the true health costs of plastic years from now, when the damage has already been done.
Supporting hydration doesn’t require a complicated strategy. Small, steady sips throughout the day. Electrolyte drinks when needed. Water-rich fruit. And above all, drinking water you can trust.
“By reducing single-use plastics, recycling responsibly, supporting clean water innovations, and choosing refills over bottled water, we can slow the damage and begin to repair what’s been lost... If even the rain isn’t clean anymore, then the work of healing our planet begins closer than we think — in our homes, in our habits, and at the tap.”
“Water is the quiet partner in every great coffee,” said Nilas Ivarsson
Bluewater’s Café Station has become a favorite among specialty coffee professionals worldwide, known for providing safer, better-tasting, and more sustainable hydration wherever it’s installed.
Toxic PFAS chemicals ... have been linked to health risks such as elevated cholesterol, weakened immune response, and liver damage.
Hydration isn’t just about drinking more. It’s about drinking better.
“Our job is simple: keep people hydrated with water that’s not only healthier for their bodies, but better for the planet too. Once you taste and feel the difference, it’s hard to go back," says Janneke Brasecke