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DIY Tiki Torch Bottles

Published on August 27, 2013 Updated on October 24, 2019 by Eden

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DIY Tiki Torch Bottles are a fun way to recycle glass bottles and use them to create a beautiful ambiance outside! You can turn any glass bottle into an outdoor tabletop tiki torch! Perfect for outdoor entertaining!

Glass bourbon and Jim Beam bottles with tiki torch hardware and fire.

We’ve created DIY tiki torches out of classic American liquor bottles. I originally spotted this idea at my friend Todd’s fiesta party and being the party enthusiast I am, it was a “tell me how you did that right now or I won’t put out my desserts” situation…

To my surprise they’re incredibly easy to make! There’s a wonderful shop on Etsy called Harvest Moon Shoppes who make the custom copper wick tips and caps. 

Bottle of Bullet Bourbon on a striped blue napkin.

They’re only $12 for two so you can’t go wrong! I ordered four and then headed to the mart to find some classic Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey bottles that would make a statement and look beautiful sitting out.

The light and atmosphere they create is stunning. I’ve always been a fan of tiki torches, but now you can bring that perfect party lighting to any event… not just a luau!

Adding tiki torch wicks to tiki bottles.

Supplies for Tiki Bottles

  • Two custom tiki torch wicks from Harvest Moon Shoppes.
  • Bottles with the same size opening as a beer or wine bottle.
  • Tiki torch fluid
  • Matches
Empty bottle of bullet bourbon.

Directions

  • Since you’ll need the bottles empty, you can use a bottle that’s already been tapped into : ) or empty the alcohol into an airtight jar to keep it.
  • Wash the bottles with water
  • Fill the bottom of the bottle with water, just below the wick, don’t let the wick touch the water. The fuel will float on top of the water and reduces the amount of fuel needed and so the fuel doesn’t haven’t to travel as far up the wick.
  • Then fill the bottle with tiki fluid
    Drench the wick in tiki torch fluid and then place it back in the bottle
    Light away from people, trees or anything else that may be hazardous
    When you’re done, blow the flame out and then place the copper cap back on the wick
Tiki torch glass bottle

Tips for keeping the torch wick lit:

  • Use high-quality torch fuel such as Tiki
  • Saturate your wick with fuel prior to lighting
  • Keep your bottle full of torch fuel
  • Don’t allow the wick to become exposed to moisture

More Fun DIY Projects to Make!

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Share a picture with us if you make these! I would love to see your creations! Tag us on Instagram @Sugarnadcharm.


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Comments

  1. viv says

    August 27, 2013 at 11:05 am

    Oh my gosh. I have like 50 empty whiskey bottles and have been trying to figure out what to do with them. This is perfect!

    Maybe I can actually sell the bottles on craigslist now that I have a suggestion for use. Thanks for the post today!

    Reply
    • SGH says

      June 21, 2014 at 11:46 pm

      Me too viv, I have a few bottle of wine that I think I need to finish as well. Very cool idea. FH

      Reply
  2. Gijo says

    September 3, 2013 at 12:31 pm

    Hi,
    These look fabulous. Just wondering though… Why do you need to put water in first?
    Thanks.

    Reply
    • Illuminus Creations says

      September 7, 2013 at 7:06 pm

      Hello Gijo
      The water is used to help conserve oil. You can fill the bottle with water up to the bottom of the wick and then fill the rest of the way with oil. The oil will float on top of the water.

      Reply
      • Patty says

        August 21, 2017 at 2:31 pm

        Instead of water in the bottom can you substitute rocks or sand ?

        Reply
        • Eden says

          August 25, 2017 at 8:13 am

          We have never tried that! Not sure if that would work though…

          Reply
        • Gale says

          January 31, 2020 at 12:37 am

          I saw a project on pinterest where they use sand and shells and that’s how I’m gonna make mine. They used crown royal bottles and Patron.

          Reply
  3. Cheryl Payne says

    September 17, 2013 at 12:13 am

    Love this idea. Where do I get the cooper caps from?

    Reply
    • Cheryl Payne says

      September 17, 2013 at 10:48 am

      Thank you so for your quick response Eden. I love this website, I found a lot GREAT ideas.

      Reply
  4. Pedro Rodríguez says

    October 16, 2013 at 5:51 am

    Pero no tienen nada más que muy buenas ideas los felicito.

    Reply
  5. sandy says

    April 2, 2014 at 6:05 am

    I am So. Intrigued. By this idea, would love to see more:

    Reply
  6. Millicent says

    May 31, 2014 at 8:46 pm

    I love this idea

    Reply
  7. Lue Patterson says

    June 1, 2014 at 2:32 pm

    This is so rad!
    Makes for a fun Summer host gift too 😉

    Reply
  8. Sandy says

    June 7, 2014 at 9:26 am

    Where else can i purchase the copper stoppers and wicks? I am not a patient person with ordering. I prefer to go buy the stuff and start….any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Kimberly says

      June 24, 2014 at 7:33 am

      I can not find the tops on Etsy – can you give a link to where the tops can be bought.

      Reply
  9. Lancel Roll'N Rock Tasche Rosa says

    July 22, 2014 at 11:42 pm

    Gefilmt vor Ort bei ein Art ein Ort, wo Lassen Sie persönlich welche Hunde! noch etwas bedeutet.
    Lancel Roll’N Rock Tasche Rosa http://www.skoupy.net/lancel/lancel-rolln-rock-tasche-rosa-p-120.html

    Reply
  10. Tracy says

    August 1, 2014 at 4:21 pm

    These are very cool. What is the reason for putting the water in the bottom of the bottle?

    Reply
    • Eden says

      October 24, 2019 at 2:22 am

      The fuel will float on top of the water and reduces the amount of fuel needed and so the fuel doesn’t haven’t to travel as far up the wick.

      Reply
  11. Karen says

    August 16, 2014 at 8:54 am

    Where do you get the copper or metal piece that sits inside the bottle and feed the wick into?

    Reply
  12. TAMMYD says

    April 15, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    Tried them. Love them. Made my own wick holders from brass fittings out of the plumbing department. Used food coloring to make my bourbon brownish.

    Reply
  13. KEITH says

    May 4, 2017 at 7:08 pm

    Where do i buy & build the caps for the bottles thank you

    Reply
    • Eden says

      May 14, 2017 at 7:20 pm

      Hi! We linked a place on Etsy you can buy them in the post.

      Reply
  14. Mark says

    May 20, 2017 at 6:32 am

    Have scotch bottle with the wooden/cork tops….can those still be used or do i have to use the copper fittings to hold the wicks? Have tried but wick wont stay lit..

    Reply
  15. Len says

    June 5, 2017 at 7:40 am

    Am I the only who thinks this is really dangerous? They could get knocked over very easily, especially if you are having a party, and people have had a few drinks.

    Reply
  16. Texasgal says

    August 4, 2017 at 9:18 am

    Kinda confused could you please explain if water stays in bottle when pouring tiki fluid maybe it’s just me but I don’t understand what the water is for if. It to touch the wik please help

    Reply
  17. Karla says

    November 26, 2017 at 10:57 am

    Question: Did you glue or cement the ring to the top of the bottle?

    Reply
    • Eden says

      November 27, 2017 at 11:06 am

      We did not, it just fit nicely in there.

      Reply
  18. Madison says

    August 15, 2018 at 11:33 am

    Hello! Just wondering how long a standard whiskey bottle would last??

    Reply
  19. Barbara Thieman says

    October 24, 2019 at 1:07 am

    Like everyone, I’m wondering why the water in the bottom? Also can the water and torch fluid be colored? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Eden says

      October 24, 2019 at 2:19 am

      Hi! The fuel will float on top of the water and reduces the amount of fuel needed and so the fuel doesn’t haven’t to travel as far up the wick. I’m not sure about coloring as we have never tried that.

      Reply

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