Produced in France by the Ricard company as a promotional piece for exclusive use in cafés & bistros, this handsome ceramic Vintage Ricard Water Pitcher perfectly captures the je ne sais quoi French bistro style. Produced with plastic trim around the base to protect it during use in the rough and tumble bistro world, this classic pitcher is glazed Ricard's signature matte blue color with the bold name graphic in relief in white.

This striking pitcher will certainly bring its storied presence to your home bar.

Learn More about Pastis

Pastis, (from pastisser or ‘to mix’ in Provençal French) is an anise-flavored alcohol-based aperitif which is synonymous with the south of France. Flavored with star anise, green anise, fennel, licorice roots and various other herbs (up to seventy total!), pastis was first produced in 1915 following the outlaw of absinthe. The drink was popularized and first marketed on a broad scale by Paul Ricard in Marseilles in 1932.

Pastis, much like absinthe, has a number of accoutrements and rituals associated with it. Alongside the glass of pastis, water is typically served in glass or ceramic carafes labeled with the pastis manufacturer's name and logo. 

Pastis is best enjoyed on a hot summer's day in classic French style: one part pastis to five parts water with a bit of ice.