Recognition
AUR'A Gold Water
Recognition
Rarity is a claim. Recognition is proof.
Long before AUR'A reached your table, it was judged blind by chefs, sommeliers, and water experts on three continents. Year after year, their verdict has been the same.
Diamond Taste Award
The Institute's highest distinction, reserved for products that achieve excellence again and again. AUR'A was the first product from Romania ever to receive it, judged by more than 200 chefs and sommeliers from 20 countries, including chefs from Michelin-starred kitchens.
90.1%Jury score
International Taste Institute
Superior Taste Award
Three Gold Stars
The Institute's top rating, awarded only to products judged exceptional.
2016 · 2017 · 2019 · 2020Crystal Taste Award
Consistent excellence
Given to a limited number of products worldwide for excellence across consecutive years.
2018The World of Fine Water
Fine Water Society
Member
The international community of waters defined by their source, their character, and their story.
Taste & Design Awards
Silver Medal · AUR'A Sparkling
Fine Water Society · Bled, Slovenia
2021Gourmet Water
Distinction
AVPA International Water Competition · Paris
2018Quality Certification
Academia Acque Minerali Italia
Italy's academy for the culture and study of mineral waters.
2021Luxury Lifestyle Awards
Winner
International recognition of luxury goods and services.
2024A Water With…
Featured
The podcast of water sommelier Martin Riese and Fine Water Society founder Michael Mascha.
Served Where It Matters
AUR'A has been poured at Romanian consulate receptions in New York, Washington, D.C., and Miami, and aboard the Romanian naval training ship Mircea.
Award Certificates




AUR'A
Ancient. Pure. Sacred.