Turn the jug toward the hand that will lift it
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A water jug can be close enough to see yet awkward to pick up. Before the meal, test the handle from the seat nearest it. A small turn may give the hand room without moving the jug to the table's centre.
Use a vessel intended for the drink and choose a fill level you can manage comfortably. Leave its handle clear of neighboring glasses and utensils. If several people will pour, make sure it can be passed without dragging another object along with it.
A heavy jug may be easier to refill away from the table rather than carrying it filled to the brim. Keep the landing place stable and protect the surface as appropriate. Do not rely on a photograph's delicate grip or overfilled vessel as a practical model. An ordinary jug set thoughtfully can do its job with very little decoration. The useful detail is the space around the handle, not a requirement that every handle face the same direction.