For normal functioning, the human body needs 1.5-2 liters of water per day. Of course, you can drink ordinary boiled from the tap or buy bottled. However, sometimes you really want to treat yourself to something tasty and unusual. This is where the siphon for soda water comes to the rescue. Right at home you can prepare effervescent healthy drinks with any taste.
Advantages of using the siphon
In Soviet times, such devices were very popular. They were not too beautiful, but convenient and reliable enough devices. Today the fashion for siphons for soda is back again. According to research by oncologists, the use of carbonated drinks purchased in the store can easily lead to the development of pancreatic cancer. Indeed, no one knows what manufacturers add to their drinks. One reading of the label of some inexpensive Russian pop can terrify because of the abundance of chemical formulas in the name of the ingredients. Perhaps that is why interest in such equipment as a siphon for aerating water has revived. After all, having prepared a pop at home, you can be completely sure of its quality.
Another undoubted advantage of siphons is that the drink can be stored in them without losing gas for a very long time. The usual soda is exhaled, as everyone knows, in a few hours.
Principle of operation
Using a device such as a siphon for carbonating water is extremely simple. The protective valve at the top is unscrewed first, and then a can of carbon dioxide is screwed into its place . This procedure should be done carefully. The can should go strictly along the thread. In this case, a needle located inside the siphon will pierce its membrane strictly perpendicularly. After this happens, the gas will begin to flow inside, saturating the water. Further, everything is extremely simple. In order to pour water into the glass, you just need to press the button on top. The liquid itself will flow from the nozzle. This happens because high pressure is created in the upper part of the bottle with gas. The siphon for soda water of the USSR had exactly the same design.
Terms of use
When using the device, you should follow some recommendations. After all, the container and the siphon itself are under pressure and can even explode if used improperly. The most important thing is that you cannot fill the tank to the very top. In the siphon there should be free space for gas. In modern models, to ensure the safety of use, a special valve is provided. If you try to pour more water than you should into the siphon, the excess will simply flow out of the spout. Of course, it is best to purchase just such a safe model.
When pouring water and during aeration, it is highly recommended not to turn the siphon over or tilt it. Only refill cartridges specified by the manufacturer may be used. During the preparation of the drink, do not lean too low over the siphon. It is also highly discouraged to allow children to use this product. Water poured into the siphon should be cold. Warm can not be used.
The case of modern siphons can be made of plastic or stainless steel. The second type of device is considered more secure. Yes, and similar models look a little more solid. Of course, their cost is higher.
Classic Siphons
At the moment, in the store or on the Internet you can buy only two types of siphons. The principle of operation of the classic version was considered above. The advantage of such models can be considered primarily ease of use and low cost. You can buy such a device no more than 2-4 thousand rubles. However, a siphon for carbonating water of this design has some disadvantages. The main thing is the need for the periodic purchase of new spray cans. One is enough for only 1 liter of water. Cylinders are sold in packs of 10 pcs. and are quite expensive (about 500 r).
Thus, the classic siphon is only suitable for family or individual use. For a large company, a drink in sufficient quantity cannot be prepared with its use.
Models with a cylinder
The main design features of such devices are small size and the presence of an integrated gas cylinder. Their main advantage in comparison with classic models is complete safety. The cylinder is designed for 60 liters, and therefore, if desired, can be used at some party. Another advantage of such siphons is the ability to control the degree of aeration. Typically, manufacturers provide three degrees of water saturation. A home siphon for aerating water of this design is especially convenient in that one spray can usually last for 1-1.5 years.
The disadvantages of models with a large balloon include, first of all, the fact that you can’t fill in anything else except water. That is, you cannot make a sweet drink with syrup in such a siphon. However, if desired, you can pour a little syrup into a glass, fill it to the top with pop and mix everything. You get the usual sweet soda.
Ecological siphons
This variety is considered the most convenient and reliable. However, environmental siphons are quite expensive. Typically, these models are additionally equipped with a wide variety of accessories. The main features of the design include the presence of disposable cans made of environmentally friendly materials. They are very expensive, but such siphons can be prepared in just a few seconds.
Popular Brands: Sodastream
Many companies supply siphons to the Russian market today. Sodastream (Israel) is one of the most popular brands at the moment. These are very reliable and user-friendly models. Upon reaching the normal level of aeration, the Sodastream siphon for aerating water will give the owner an acoustic signal. There are several modifications of devices of this brand. Each of them is equipped with a 60 liter volume spray can located inside the case. The cost of models of this brand is about 5000 p. Replacing the cylinder will cost about 2000 p.
Siphons Isi
Devices of this brand are manufactured in Austria. Isi began producing siphons for soda almost from the moment they were invented. In addition to reliability and high quality performance, the models of this brand have a very beautiful design.
Reviews of siphons for soda
So, you decided to buy a siphon for aerating water. The feedback of those who constantly use such equipment, of course, would be very useful to you. If you look through forums on the Internet with posts about this kind of equipment, it becomes clear that the two most described brands are currently considered the most popular brands of siphons in our country. The advantages of both of these models are many. As for the disadvantages, the disadvantage of Sodastream products is considered not particularly convenient dimensions. Due to the height that is too high, the siphon cannot, for example, be placed in the refrigerator.
Isi is scolded only because the safety valve is screwed onto a plastic thread rather than a metal thread. For some housewives, this seems dangerous. Otherwise, a device such as an Isi soda water siphon is considered quite reliable and convenient.
How to make Tarragon
And finally, let's give a recipe for making one of the most popular carbonated drinks. In order to make "Tarragon", you need to cook:
- Fresh tarragon - 40 g. This grass can be bought in a store or even grown independently in a summer cottage.
- Lemon - a couple of pieces.
- Sugar - 80 gr.
Pour one liter of water into a saucepan, put on a fire and wait for it to boil. Extinguish the gas and add finely chopped tarragon to the boiling water. Close the pan with a lid and let it brew for 30 minutes.
Cut the lemons into very thin slices, put in a bowl, cover with sugar and crush with a crush. After tarragon is infused, transfer the sweet and sour mass to the pan. Mix everything well and pour the resulting drink into bottles. Put them in the refrigerator. After cooling, pour the solution into a siphon to carbonate water. The can is screwed in - and a delicious drink is ready.
In terms of workmanship, modern siphons for aerating water are practically not inferior to the old Soviet structures, and in terms of design they are an order of magnitude superior. In order to be able to drink tasty pops without harm to health, it is necessary to purchase one of these convenient devices.