Vintage Rawlings Soda Water Syphon
Mid-20th century | Original glass bottle with cream siphon head
Some age related wear. Displayed with other bottles which may sell together, so contact us for pricing etc
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A wonderfully authentic vintage Rawlings Soda Water syphon, full of period charm and unmistakable bar-top presence. Made from heavy ribbed glass with the original cream plastic siphon head and angled spout, this piece is a classic example of post-war British soda syphon design.
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The front of the bottle retains its etched “Rawlings” branding, while the paper neck label reading “Rawlings Soda Water” remains in place, showing honest age, foxing and wear exactly as you’d hope to see. The base has a good weight and clarity, and the overall form is pleasingly tall and elegant.
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Today, pieces like this are increasingly sought after for interior styling, home bars, pubs, cafés and collectors of vintage advertising and barware.
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Maker’s history – Rawlings
Rawlings was one of many regional British soda water producers operating during the mid-20th century, supplying pubs, clubs and households with bottled soda and mineral water. These companies typically used reusable glass syphons fitted with replaceable gas chargers, designed to be returned, refilled and redistributed locally.
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While Rawlings was not a mass global brand like Schweppes, this is precisely what makes pieces like this appealing: they reflect local British manufacturing, everyday utility, and the social ritual of soda water in pubs and homes during the 1940s–1960s.
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Surviving examples with original labels and intact siphon heads are becoming harder to find.
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Condition
Vintage condition with expected age-related wear
Label shows spotting and patina (adds authenticity)
Glass is solid with no cracks or chips noted
Siphon mechanism untested and sold as a decorative/collectible item
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Approximate dimensions
Height: c. 30 cm
Diameter: c. 9 cm
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A great price for a branded, original soda syphon with label and strong display appeal.
