The Aarke Carbonator 3 brings finesse to fizz / €210

When it comes to reducing waste, breaking the bottled water habit is one of the easiest steps to take. Most modern cities offer high-quality water at refilling stations – or on tap – and reusable bottles have become must-have urban accessories. But for those who like their water bubbly, breaking the cycle takes a little more initiative – and investment.

If you’re looking for a solution, this Swedish design may well have you sorted for life. Aarke’s Carbonator 3 is an all-steel, heavy-duty monolith likely to make your other kitchen gear seem flimsy by comparison. Blending industrial strength with barista style, the Carbonator 3 takes about three seconds to liven up a litre of still water. Let’s just say it’s empowering!

At the business end of the Carbonator 3 is a sturdy steel handle and computer-machined nozzle that delivers jets of gas with near-military precision. Tested to withstand more than 10,000 filling cycles, it shows the effort Aarke’s designers and engineers have put into the experience of creating carbonated water. Forget fancy syrups and flavours: this is made for one job and one job only.

A range of eight matt and chrome finishes offers options to suit any decor…our favourite is Hammertone, with its retro toolbox vibe. Each unit comes with a 1-litre bottle and drip tray, but its refillable, 60-litre gas cylinders need to be ordered separately. If it takes a while to recoup your outlay on the Carbonator 3, just remember the amount of plastic waste it saves – and the priceless sense of accomplishment it delivers, one bottle at a time.