AstraLoom 1L Portable Nostalgic Soda Water Syphon Kit, Aluminum Sparkling Water Maker for Carbonated Drinks/Juices/Cocktails, Make Fresh and Cool Drinks at Home/Bar (Silver)

We got this to give us some variety in our drinks, as we've got some fruit mixers that go better with carbonated water.It's intuitive to use and also comes with instructions, so you know both how to use it and how to maintain it.The bottle is a good size and really stylish. The brushed metal has a timeless look to it and also makes it more durable. The button to activate the spray is comfortably placed and easy to use.The major downside to this product is that it doesn't come with even one gas bottle. Given the price and other similar products out there, I would expect it to have at least one bottle with it.Because no gas bottle has been provided, I'm not able to comment on how well it works as I haven't been able to test this feature.

We got this as an addition for our little bar area which we have created at home and I remembered my parents having one of these back in the 80s.First off, as I was too young to know how these work, I decided to read the instructions, these are printed on the box itself.One thing that is no mentioned anywhere is the what the 2 prong item is.. I was scratching my head and then it came to me. The 2 prong bit of plastic is for removing the plastic insert which is in the Aluminium bottle part. You insert the tool in and it hooks under the insert, just give it a pull and out she comes. Obviously this is done for cleaning purposes and I was guess for replacing the rubber O ring should it start to fail.The bottle itself appears to be well made and the lever on the top at first feels stiff, to point where you think you are going to snap it, but have some faith, give it a squeeze and it does become easier.overall this does feel pretty well made, but the reason I am giving it 4* is because it doesnt come with any CO2 bottles.. .I can understand not giving you many, but none are included with this and its not mentioned anywhere on the listing about that.I haven't had chance to test its operation at the mo ( due to the lack of cartridges ) but I'm sure it will be fine.