_DRINKING WATER directly from the tap is the cheapest and most often controlled food. Certain chemicals, however, may be used for cleansing purposes. The quality of German drinking water is generally regarded as high, although its quality may partly vary substantially from area to area.

_TABLE WATER - like table wine - is a representative of its class which is deeply rooted in its soil. Table water is tap water that contains additives such as minerals, seawater or carbonic acid. Since table water may be filled at any place, no geographic origin must be stated.