This is a clever idea and would have loads of handling benefits but the gimmick failed during the first rehearsal. If I could attribute that to a single faulty gimmick, that would be different, but - without revealing the gimmick - I was not surprised that it failed. Happily, Penguin was extemely helpful in resoving my problem and - as always - I appreciate their excellent service. Again, clever idea but I can't imagine being able to rely on this prop.

The idea for this trick is fantastic! The big problem that I had is twofold - first, the container leaked. The hot glue used to attach the gimmick to the bottle does not allow for flexibility of the bottle. Second, for some reason, I do not have the lung capacity to "set up" the trick. I had to devise an alternate method that is not as convenient. I cannot imagine that I am the only one that has an issue with this. I just can't do it! I re-did the seal of the gimmick with silicone and it seems to be holding up much better...we will see.

I did not follow the advice of buying for need not to learnt he secret and now this prop will sit a while before I find a use. Despite all the claims, it not any better than any other product that makes liquid vanish for the most part.
You will most likely like the method but if you dont have a routine in mind you would be doing this utility disservice. The Sunny D aspect is what makes it limiting. I checked around and my stores dont sell Dunny D in that bottle shape. Not sure why. It is not as familiar in my area so seems a bit cheap and out of place. He designed it it for his show and style.
As for the method and the prop. It works and is effective but not sure how long it will hold up. IT WILL TAKE PRACTICE to make natural. He pours too fast. The DVD is nice but low quality and runs through some ideas but for many if you just did it as stand alone will telegraph the prop as the key. Its strength is its put in case and go to show compared to other vanishing props. But it lacks a spout at the end and thus you must cheat the angles or give it away. A pitcher has the spout which can help the illusion allot. Where as all this pouring that much liquid in the hand is a bit silly and unnatural. the audience can sense something is off. Another advantage is that you could by this once and will learn how you can do other props that might fit your style. His idea for Ghost bottle does not work well at all due to the laws of physics and he does not get it to work proper on his demo either. Buy it if you know what routine is in, Dont buy it if you just want to know how it works.

As others have commented, the peinciple is very clever. Unless you own a copy of Sam Sharp's Conjuror's Hydraulic & Pneumatic Secrets, you won't have a clue how this works. Without tipping the secret I think it's safe to say it uses a displacement device. This device only costs pennies but the work into affixing it to the bottle took some time. The only drawback is that you're stuck with using the flavor you receive, in my case orange. I may try my hand at gaffing a Coke bottle with a device like this, as that is my prefered drink. I also like the Ghost Bottle, which uses a completely different method, but does use a Coke Bottle.

I bought Evaporation directly from Louie (not from Penguin, for a change), because I wanted him make me a custom one in a special bottle. When I found out the secret, I fell in love with it. This is definitely one of my favorite methods in magic; it is pure genius, and pure simplicity. Hats off to Louie for coming up with it. If you want to make a liquid disappear, buy this, you will not be disappointed.

I think this is the first time that I have submitted a Review--but I felt compelled to do so after many years of using this fantastic prop!

Although there are standard applications that would allow you to use it for adult audiences--that is not how I use it.

I use three Evaporation Props in my Kid Shows. The Kids go absolutely nuts!

Louie's unique and creative design allows me to use this prop as a running Magic Gag and the screams of laughter are just what most Family Entertainers are looking for.

I genuinely cannot rave enough about this effect. Perhaps those who gave it less than 4 or 5 stars are limiting how they choose to use it in their acts.

Used creatively, it will be one of the highlights of your Kids Programs.

I received the trick and to be quiet honest about my experience it’s difficult to use in a real setting mainly because you need to perform or prepare a head of time so I find it is a great trick and it could very well be something you can use but for me not so much but if you can do what it takes I’m going to recommend it to you

First let me say I got this from another dealer. Love the idea of a prop that looks like an everyday item. Cool concept but as others have said I did not have the lungs for it and once the gimmick burst I found it to be to big of a pain to rebuild. Also it falls into what a call a “home made” trick. Overall I was excited at first when I got it but then left disappointed

Rupert the Rabbit puppet won’t perform because he’s thirsty! “Evaporation” quenches his thirst and he can proceed. Kids (and everyone else) love it!Thanks!

The method is a good one, and once you know it you can build several similar props with it, as the DVD acknowledges. As with most things in magic, it takes practice to get it just right.

I've read reviews that say it is cheaply made and unreliable. Mine is well-made and holds up well.

As for the effect, it's of limited utility, but it's a good and more modern substitute for the old milk pitcher effect.

Overall I give it 4 stars.