Traditional absinthe fountain

This fountain with two taps is a reproduction of the absinthe fountain belle époque of the nineteenth century. The lid is adorned with the classic "pineapple" flagship and is removable to add ice water to the glass bowl, which includes a water filter. The pineapple represents hospitality and friendship. The glass bowl is mouth-blown and the fountains are handmade, with chrome plating on the brass. The fountain has two metal taps, which can accommodate one to two glasses at the same time. Absinthe fountains were mostly used in high-end bars because of 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 flow of water can be perfectly controlled. But unfortunately, due to accidents, very few fountains have survived intact with their original glass bowl. Correct use is to pour an ounce of wormwood into an absinthe glass, and then place an absinthe spoon on the glass and a sugar cube on the spoon. Remove the lid from the fountain and add fresh water and ice cubes to the glass bowl. The tap is turned slightly and ice water slowly flows from the fountain onto the sugar cube. The cold sugar water then flows from the spoon into the glass, releasing oils and perfuming the air with fennel, great wormwood and anise. The suit also begins to take on a milky white color, as the water mixes with anise. Refresh the water before each use. The fountain can accommodate 1 to 2 people at a time. The proportion of drinks varies from 1 part absinthe to 3 to 5 parts water, depending on the preference of each. May hold 1 to 2 glasses. Is 44.5 cm high (with lid). Allows to place about 19 cm under the pouring taps of the glasses. Metallic veneer.