Skip to main content

Make Your Drinks Sparkle With Pat’s Backcountry Beverages Carbonator Bottle

Do you love carbonated beverages, but prefer to make your own? Do you have an affinity for your Sodastream, but wish that it was a little more portable? We have a solution for you! Pat’s Backcountry Beverages actually has a Carbonator Bottle that allows you to carbonate beverages in a BPA-free, shatterproof, 20-ounce water bottle. Simply take an Activator Packet and place it in the reaction cup. The chemical reaction of citric acid and potassium bicarbonate adds bubbles into the liquid. When the chemical reaction starts, simply lock the lever and shake from side to side for about a minute, and there you have it: on-the-spot carbonation.

Now you don’t have to be wasteful buying all those bottles of seltzer and Perrier to get your sparkling water fix. Want some flavor? Simple add one of the Pat’s Backcountry Beverages all-natural syrups, which come in cola, ginger-ale, lemon-lime, pomegranate cola, and root beer flavors. That way, you don’t need to waste plastic or glass with all those soda bottles. Once it’s all carbonated, you can unscrew the bottom of the water bottle and get a convenient cup to share that carbonated deliciousness. Use Pat’s Backcountry Beverages Carbonator Bottle when you’re hiking, going to the gym, or on the road for that instant carbonated kick. Now we don’t have to pollute the earth with all those non-biodegradable bottles that other carbonated beverages come packaged in, because according to the company, “it’s the most environmentally-responsible carbonated beverage system on earth!” We can’t wait to bring it with us next time we hit the road.

For more information, visit patsbcb.com.

Topics
Ann Binlot
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Ann Binlot is a New York-based freelance writer who contributes to publications like The Economist, Wallpaper*, Monocle…
Bottomless portafilter vs. regular: Which one makes better espresso?
What makes each portafilter different?
espresso filter

One thing I love about brewing espresso is that it can be adjusted and adapted for any skill level. Whether you're a coffee nerd or a barista who wants to perfect every part of the brewing process, you can brew espresso. Regardless of your skill level, you need to learn about one of the most critical components of an espresso maker: the portafilter. You can't brew espresso without it -- unless you're using a capsule-style system like a Nespresso Veruto.

There are two types of portafilters that you can use with your espresso maker, yet neither is better than the other. Both the bottomless portafilter and a regular, spouted portafilter do the trick to brew delicious espresso. With this in mind, the winner of the bottomless portafilter vs. regular debate comes down to your preferences and how deeply invested you are in the art of brewing espresso. Here's what to know about each type of espresso filter.
Bottomless portafilter vs. regular

Read more
This is how to make beef tips worthy of the Kentucky Derby
Chef Robert Lopez spills the tea on how to make slow-cooked beef tips
Horses racing in the Kentucky Derby

When it comes to the Kentucky Derby, the spectacle isn’t just on the racetrack. The annual event is synonymous with Southern tradition, elegance, and indulgence, which makes it the perfect backdrop for a curated, high-end dining experience. Chef Robert Lopez, Senior Executive Chef at Levy Restaurants and Head Chef at Churchill Downs, has crafted a Derby-inspired menu that blends tradition with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to capture the essence of this legendary horse racing event.

Lopez is known for his attention to detail and deep respect for classic Southern flavors, and he has carefully and thoughtfully selected dishes like the Bluegrass Fields Salad and drinks like the mint julep that evoke both comfort and refinement. You’re in for a treat, as we had the pleasure of speaking with the chef and picking his brain on how he selected these recipes for this year's menu. One of the most popular dishes that he has on there are the slow-cooked beef tips, and we were eager to learn not only how to make beef tips, but also how to do them the Kentucky Derby way.

Read more
Crown Royal is releasing the perfect whisky for an epic night out
Crown Royal Marquis is the newest release from the iconic whisky brand
Crown Royal

Crown Royal is the first name most drinkers envision when they think about Canadian whisky, and for good reason. You can't go wrong with its classic Crown Royal in the iconic purple bag or any of its flavored whiskies or limited-edition expressions. But, if you really want to up your blended Canadian whisky game, you'll purchase a bottle of its recently announced Crown Royal Marquis Blended Canadian Whisky.
Crown Royal Marquis Blended Canadian Whisky
The Crown Royal Marquis Moment featuring Crown Royal Marquis Blended Canadian Whisky. Crown Royal

Crown Royal Marquis Blended Canadian Whisky is the latest innovative release in the brand's award-winning whisky portfolio. Created to be the drink you enjoy before (and during) an epic night, it begins with Crown Royal's signature blended whisky. It's then finished in barrels that previously held Caribbean rum. The result is an 80-proof sipping and mixing whisky you'll want to add to your home bar.

Read more