Nalgene Water Bottle - Review 2023

Overview

A Nalgene Water Bottle is a classic. If anything, it put Nalgene on the map as one of today’s industry leaders in reusable drinking bottles.

Made in the US, this drinking bottle is manufactured in New York. Nalgene’s commitment to American manufacturing helps not only the economy but also the planet, as it reduces carbon emissions. Also, it guarantees top-notch quality.

This drinking bottle is known for its material, Eastman Tritan. Not only inexpensive, but it is also nearly unbreakable, able to withstand rugged conditions. Without a doubt, it can take a beating.

With its almost indestructible profile and large capacity, the Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle is suitable for backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts. You will often find it part of their outdoor gear.

One of the best things about this 32 oz is the wide mouth that makes both easy to fill with ice cubes and easy to clean.

You can spot a Nalgene bottle almost anywhere: at the gym, on the train and on the desk of your co-worker. Read more about why.

Features

This Nalgene water bottle is made in the US using heavy-duty Eastman Tritan plastic. This material is free from harmful materials like Bisphenol A (BPA), so it is safe for both one’s health and the environment.

Perhaps the best selling point of the Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle is its durable and nearly indestructible material. Eastman Tritan has been tried and tested over the years. Aside from its heavy-duty quality, it also does not impart flavors from one beverage to another.

This water bottle’s lid comes with carefully designed threads that prevent spills. Particularly, the straight, shouldered semi-buttress threads can keep the lid tightly closed. This lid is also attached to the body, so it is impossible to lose.

Moreover, screwing and unscrewing the lid only requires one revolution. It is one of the reasons why this drinking bottle is ideal for outdoor activities. You can access your drink without losing the cap.

Allowing you to put ice cubes in your drinks is a wide mouth. You may also add fruit infusions without making a mess. Without flavor transfers, the Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle is suitable not only for water but also for flavored drinks.

This drinking bottle is dishwasher safe. It only requires hand-washing when the plastic retains a faint smell of strongly flavored beverages like sports drinks. Nonetheless, cleaning it with baking soda and vinegar can eradicate the smell.

For a 32-oz drinking bottle, this drinkware is pretty light. It only weighs 6.25 oz, while the Hydro Flask 32 oz Wide Mouth weighs 15.2 oz. However, it is important to note that the former is made of plastic and the latter is made of stainless steel.

Further, the Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle is available in various colors. There is definitely a color suitable for any style.

What we like

This water bottle is popular for its reliable material. It does not break easily, so you get your money’s worth over time. It can endure almost all kinds of drops, tumbles, and beatings.

Put this drinking bottle to the test and slam it on asphalt. Bring it with you on your next trekking adventure. Climb mountains with it. You can expect it to maintain its integrity and remain functional.

Another good thing about Eastman Tritan plastic is its ability to prevent flavor transfers. There is also no hint of plastic flavor that goes into the content, so you can enjoy your beverage in its finest quality. More importantly, you can switch from water to flavored drinks without a hitch.

Some sports drinks can have a strong flavor. In some cases, a faint smell sticks to this water bottle. However, this faint smell is nothing that a quick hand-washing using baking soda and vinegar cannot remove in an instant.

The Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle is dishwasher safe. You can clean it regularly by simply putting it in your dishwasher.

Another feature of the Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle worth commending is the simplicity and functionality of its cap. Also made of plastic, the lid opens and closes easily with a twist. It also has well-designed threads that prevent leaks. You can be confident that your drink won’t spill, even when the bottle gets inverted or jumbles around inside your backpack while cycling or hiking.

If you know how to drink without making a mess while outdoors, you will also appreciate this water bottle’s wide mouth. You can gulp and enjoy a refreshing beverage after a long hike or walk. This wide mouth makes it easy to add ice cubes to your drinks, too.

Like a lot of stainless steel drinkware today, this water bottle is free from BPA and other harmful chemicals. You can enjoy great-tasting beverages and without worrying about your health. At the same time, you won’t have to worry about harming the planet.

What we don’t like

The Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle is versatile and high-performing but still comes with a few cons. Not really anything deal breaking, but some people also fancy water bottle options with more features. The Contigo Autoseal for example.

As long as you use this drinking bottle and refill it with clean beverages frequently, you won’t need to worry about any funky smell developing over time. It is also important that you wash it regularly to prevent odor buildup.

With its size, this water bottle also does not fit in most cup holders. It’s a piece of outdoor gear that you can carry in your backpack.

The Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle can withstand almost every rugged condition, thanks to its nearly indestructible design. There is no wonder why it is a favorite classic among outdoor enthusiasts. It allows you to stay hydrated all day long. Wherever your adventures take you, you can enjoy great-tasting, high-quality beverages.

Relatively, this drinking bottle is budget-friendly and high-value. It can last for years, thanks to its heavy-duty profile. If you frequent the outdoors backpacking, cycling, or hiking, it will serve you well.