The water bottle flip became a worldwide craze among students, and it is still one of the most fun records to attempt at home. The aim is to flip a partly filled bottle so that it lands standing upright, as many times as possible in one minute.
The Book of World Records certifies this record in four age groups. If no record exists yet in your group, reaching the minimum on this page sets the first one.
Rules
- One plastic bottle of 500 ml, filled with water to between one quarter and one third.
- The bottle is flipped with one hand and must rotate at least once in the air.
- A flip counts only if the bottle lands upright on its base and stays standing for one second.
- The bottle lands on a table or the floor in front of the participant and is picked up again for each flip.
- Time: exactly 60 seconds from a start signal.
How it is measured
A countdown timer is visible in the video. Two independent witnesses count successful flips.
The adjudicator recounts from the video and checks that each counted bottle stayed upright for one second.
Evidence you will need
- Unedited video showing the participant, the bottle, the landing surface and the timer.
- A photo of the bottle showing its size label and water level.
- Signed statements from two independent witnesses (not family members), with their names and phone numbers.
- Proof of date of birth for age-group titles, such as a birth certificate or school ID.
After you apply, our team confirms the exact list for your attempt by email.
Safety
- Keep the landing area dry so nobody slips.
- Participants under 18 need written consent from a parent or guardian.
For schools and organisations
Schools can attempt "Most people landing a bottle flip simultaneously", where every participant must land one flip on a signal, counted by our adjudicator.
Questions
How much water should be in the bottle?
Between one quarter and one third of a 500 ml bottle. Show the water level in a photo before the attempt.
Do flips that land on the cap count?
Not for this title. Cap landings can be proposed as a separate record.
Can I attempt this at home or at school?
Yes. Bottle flip records can be certified from an unedited video, as long as two independent witnesses are present and the rules on this page are followed.