This fountain is a magnificent variation on a Belle Époque absinthe fountain reproduction from the late 19th century. The glass bowl is mouth-blown and the fountains are hand-made.
Absinthe fountains were mostly used in high-end bars due to their high price. They were brought to the table, where the customer prepared the absinthe himself. Absinthe fountains were (and still are) the preferred way to prepare absinthe, as the water flow can be perfectly controlled. But unfortunately, due to accidents, very few fountains have survived intact with their original glass bowls.
The correct use is to pour an ounce of absinthe into an absinthe glass, then place an absinthe spoon on the glass and a sugar cube on the spoon. The fountain lid is removed and fresh water and ice cubes are added to the glass bowl. The tap is turned slightly and the icy water flows slowly from the fountain onto the sugar cube. The cold sugar water then drips from the spoon into the absinthe glass, releasing oils and perfuming the air with fennel, grand wormwood and anise. The combination also begins to take on a milky white color, as the water mixes with the anise. Refresh the water before each use.
The fountain can accommodate from 1 to 4 people at a time. The proportion of drinks varies from 1 part absinthe to 3 to 5 parts water, depending on individual preference.
- Instructions, history of absinthe and FAQ included.
- Holds 1 to 4 glasses.
- Measures 54.6 cm high (with lid).
- Allows you to place approximately 24.7 cm under the glasses' spouts.
- Metal plating on brass.
- Hand-blown transparent glass bowl.
- The glass bowl holds approx. 2.1 liters of water.
- Simple installation required.
