Handblown Large Torpedo Bottle

A vintage torpedo bottle, also known as a Hamilton bottle, is a distinctive 19th-century glass bottle originally used for carbonated drinks like soda water or mineral water. Its rounded or pointed bottom prevented it from standing upright, ensuring the cork stayed moist and airtight to preserve the carbonation. Typically made of thick aqua or green glass, torpedo bottles are prized today for their unique shape, historical significance, and antique charm. Often embossed with company names or locations, they make excellent collector’s items or decorative pieces with vintage flair.