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Why does my sparkling water taste flat only when I use a metal straw?

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Straw shape, temperature or residue changes fizz perception; use a clean wide straw or drink directly from chilled glass.

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What might explain the problem involving my sparkling water taste flat only when?

Straw shape, temperature or residue changes fizz perception; use a clean wide straw or drink directly from chilled glass.