Height
5-8 meters
Year Built
1985
Address
Various locations
The Lowdown
The Big Bottle stands tall as a tribute to Australia's beverage industry and the country's love of a cold drink. These oversized bottle sculptures appear in various locations, often advertising local produce or simply adding to Australia's collection of quirky Big Things. Whether representing soft drinks, wine, beer, or other beverages, the Big Bottle captures the importance of drinks in Australian culture - from the beer at the pub to the wine at dinner to the soft drink at the servo. It's a simple shape made spectacular through scale, embodying the Australian tradition of making the ordinary extraordinary.
Did you know?
"Australians drink over 100 billion liters of beer annually"
History
Big Bottle sculptures have been installed across Australia as advertising features, tourist attractions, and celebrations of local beverage industries. They represent the diverse drinks that quench Australian thirsts.
More Fun Facts
- •Australia produces world-class wines across many regions
- •Australians drink over 100 billion liters of beer annually
- •Many regional towns have unique soft drink brands
- •Wine bottles typically hold 750ml - the Big Bottle is slightly larger!
- •Australia has over 65 wine regions
Visiting Tips
- 💡Many Big Bottles are at wineries or beverage producers
- 💡Combine with tastings at local wineries
- 💡Check if the location offers tours
- 💡South Australia's wine regions are particularly popular
- 💡Some bottles advertise local produce worth trying
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculptures accessible at all times.
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