Chocolate and mint in water, oh my!

Mint is an herb whose claim to fame is fresh breath, but it can also soothe an upset stomach or release unnecessary tension. My bottle of Metromint says it "naturally stimulates the nerves, instantly opening your senses to send a fresh, cool feeling throughout your body." Call me crazy, but they're sort of right. Imagine cold water, and then imagine it being even colder. That's what the mint does—to a certain degree. Each flavor of Metromint has a chill factor that indicates how minty cool the water will be. Chocomint comes in at -2° which is on the milder end of things. "Quietly cool," if you will. Wondering what the most intense flavor is? You'd be right if you guessed Peppermint, which comes in at -9° and is "super cool" according to the thermometer.

But while I definitely think Metromint water is a cool (pardon the pun) alternative to lemons and cucumbers, I'm not sure that it's something I'd take to the gym with me. I liken it to wine—meant to be enjoyed via slow slips. And if you enjoy it, let me know what flavor so I can give it a try.