kelder bottle

What is a Kelder bottle?

"Kjelder" is case in Dutch

Kelderfles is a Dutch word meaning case bottle , and comes from the ``case'' in which bottles were packed and shipped in units of 12. A Kelder bottle is an energy-saving bottle from the early modern period that has a square vertical surface and can be stored in a case without any gaps, making it highly efficient for transportation and does not require much cushioning material.

Since the 1570s, it has been manufactured as a general bottle in the Netherlands, Belgium, and northern Germany, and with the increase in global gin consumption since the 1770s, the shape changed from vertical to tapered. The vertical type had a tendency to stick together when pulled out of the mold, making it unsuitable for mass production. At that time, Japan was in an era of national isolation. Many Kölder bottles arrived in Japan from the Netherlands, the only country with which Japan had diplomatic relations.
However, it is almost impossible to see these days.

Easily create a different space with a new antique bottle

The irregular fluctuation of the glass exceeds the lighting

In the dark, the bottle looks angular and blue-black, but when the light hits it, it transforms into an enchanting blue-green that makes you want to hold your camera.
This bottle, called a Keldel bottle, is also popular as an antique, but OH's Keldel bottle is a new product that is carefully made one by one in a small factory in Japan. Therefore, even though it is in a relatively affordable price range, it has a unique design that no two pieces are the same. The light that passes through the bottle forms an irregular pattern similar to the surface of water, making it a top-class interior accent.
This light, which cannot be created even if you aim for it, is the opposite of designer lighting. But please try placing it in front of a light.

Just by placing it there, the atmosphere changes completely.

The beauty of non-essentials

A long time ago, at an Italian restaurant, I had someone pour me water from a wine bottle. Plastic water jugs hold a lot more, are more convenient, and are more common. But I remember feeling a little happy.
When you try using a Keldel bottle as a water jug ​​at your table, you'll be surprised how much your mood changes. It makes you realize how important small changes are when it comes to space. I guess you could call it beauty even though it's not a necessity.


Of course, you can also enjoy it by adding your favorite alcohol. Very stylish.
And please try using it with a thin glass sommelier cup . Although they are the same glass, they have completely different beauties that complement each other.
Also, the sound of "dopu dopu dopu" when pouring makes me feel a little rich.

By the way, both the Keldel bottle and cork stopper are new . Cork becomes loose as you use it, so think of it more as a lid to prevent dust than a stopper to seal it.

Both fresh and dried flowers look great

Blue brings out fresh flowers even more

Speaking of glass bottles, we can't forget how they can be used as vases.
The small mouth and solid, stable shape are similar to goblet bases . Small flowers such as plum and cherry blossoms in spring and cosmos in autumn. In the summer, slightly longer branched plants such as azaleas are also good.

Cool sense of unity with dried flowers

When the weather gets colder and winter arrives, it's great to coordinate with a light worldview using dried flowers. Thanks to the blue color of the bottle, it doesn't feel lonely. Place it in a bright place and enjoy it as a vase where the light will be on your side.