This Minecraft tutorial explains how to craft a water bottle with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
In Minecraft, a water bottle is one of the many basic items that you can make.
Let's explore how to make a water bottle.
Supported Platforms
A water bottle is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes (1.3.1) |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes (0.12.1) |
 Xbox 360 | Yes |
 Xbox One | Yes |
 PS3 | Yes |
 PS4 | Yes |
 Wii U | Yes |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes |
 Education Edition | Yes |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Where to find a Water Bottle in Creative Mode
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Here is where you can find a water bottle in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.8 - 1.19 |  Brewing |
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.19.3 - 1.20.6 |  Food & Drinks |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Here is where you can find a water bottle in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 0.14.1 - 1.1.3 |  Miscellaneous |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.2 - 1.20.0 |  Equipment |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
Here is where you can find a water bottle in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | TU35 - TU69 | Brewing |
| Xbox One | CU23 - CU43 | Brewing |
| Xbox One | 1.2.5 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft PS Editions
Here is where you can find a water bottle in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS3 | 1.26 - 1.76 | Brewing |
| PS4 | 1.26 - 1.91 | Brewing |
| PS4 | 1.14.0 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft Nintendo
Here is where you can find a water bottle in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Patch 3 - Patch 38 | Brewing |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.04 - 1.11 | Brewing |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Here is where you can find a water bottle in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 0.14.1 - 1.1.3 | Miscellaneous |
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.2 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft Education Edition
Here is where you can find a water bottle in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Education Edition | 0.14.2 - 1.0.18 | Miscellaneous |
| Education Edition | 1.0.21 - 1.20.10 | Equipment |
Definitions
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version(s) is the Minecraft version numbers where the item can be found in the menu location listed (we have tested and confirmed this version number).
- Creative Menu Location is the location of the item in the Creative Inventory menu.
Required Materials to make a Water Bottle
In Minecraft, these are the materials you can use to craft a water bottle:
How to get a Water Bottle in Survival Mode
You can add a water bottle to your inventory in Survival mode by filling a glass bottle with water. So let's get started!
1. Find Water
First, find a source of water in your Minecraft world.
2. Hold a Glass Bottle
Next, select a glass bottle so that you are holding it in your hand.
3. Fill the Bottle with Water
While standing in front of a body of water, pick the up the water with the glass bottle. The game control to collect the water in the glass bottle depends on the version of Minecraft:
- For Java Edition (PC/Mac), right click on the water.
- For Pocket Edition (PE), you tap on the water.
- For Xbox 360 and Xbox One, press the LT button on the Xbox controller.
- For PS3 and PS4, press the L2 button on the PS controller.
- For Wii U, press the ZL button on the gamepad.
- For Nintendo Switch, press the ZL button on the controller.
- For Windows 10 Edition, right click on the water.
- For Education Edition, right click on the water.
You will see the message "Water Bottle" appear on the screen and your glass bottle will turn blue with water.
Congratulations, you have made a water bottle in Minecraft!
Item ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, a water bottle has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Java | 1.8 |
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Java | 1.9 - 1.12 |
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 1 | Java | 1.13 - 1.20.6 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, a water bottle has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | PE | 1.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, a water bottle has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Xbox One | 1.6.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, a water bottle has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | PS4 | 1.14.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, a water bottle has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Switch | 1.6.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, a water bottle has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Windows | 1.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, a water bottle has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bottle (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Education | 1.0 - 1.20.10 |
Definitions
- Description is what the item is called and (Minecraft ID Name) is the string value that is used in game commands.
- Data Value (or damage value) identifies the variation of the block if more than one type exists for the Minecraft ID.
- Stack Size is the maximum stack size for this item. While some items in Minecraft are stackable up to 64, other items can only be stacked up to 16 or 1. (NOTE: These stack sizes are for vanilla Minecraft only. If you are running a mod, some mods may change the stack size for an item.)
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version(s) is the Minecraft version numbers that the Minecraft ID and Name are valid for.
Give Command for Water Bottle
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Give Command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.20.6, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion[potion_contents={potion:"water"}] 1In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.13, 1.14, 1.15, 1.16, 1.17, 1.18, 1.19 and 1.20, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion{Potion:"minecraft:water"} 1In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.9, 1.10, 1.11 and 1.12, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0 {Potion:"minecraft:water"}In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.8, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft Xbox One 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft PS4 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft Nintendo Switch 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.1, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft Windows 10 Edition 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft Education Edition 1.12.0, 1.14.31, 1.17.30, 1.18.32, 1.19.52 and 1.20.10, the /give command for Water Bottle is:
/give @p potion 1 0
Things to Make with a Water Bottle
You can use a water bottle to make items in Minecraft such as:
