Soda siphon

Soda siphon

A soda siphon (also spelled syphon), also known as a seltzer bottle or siphon seltzer bottle, is a device used to dispense carbonated or soda water.

History

The soda siphon was first patented in France in 1829, with the design being refined over the following decades. The modern version of the soda siphon was created in Vienna in the early 20th century. The device was popular in the 1920s and 1930s, and has recently seen a resurgence in popularity in the 21st century.

Design and Use

The soda siphon typically consists of a metal or glass container, with a lever or button that operates a valve. The valve allows the pressure of the carbon dioxide gas to be released, forcing the water out of the siphon. The water is then carbonated by the gas.

To use a soda siphon, the user fills the siphon with water, then screws a small, sealed cartridge of carbon dioxide into the siphon. The cartridge is pierced by a pin, releasing the gas into the water and carbonating it. The user can then dispense the carbonated water by pressing the lever or button.

Variations

There are several variations of the soda siphon, including models that use a hand pump to carbonate the water, and models that use a replaceable cartridge of carbon dioxide. Some models also include a built-in pressure regulator to ensure the water is carbonated to the desired level.

See Also

• Carbonated water
• Seltzer water
• Carbonation
• Carbon dioxide