Category Archives: Packaging

Diageo Creates World’s 1st 100% Paper

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The bottles have the potential of having just 10% the carbon footprint of glass bottles and just 70% the footprint of PET.  Unlike prior bottles used by, among others, Truett-Hurst a few years ago, the Diageo bottle does not contain … Continue reading →

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UK Firm Intros Paper Bottle for Wine, Spirits

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The Frugal Bottle, introduced by Frugalpac, isn’t the first paper bottle on the market.  Truett-Hurst, a U.S. winery, introduced one six years ago, but it didn’t seem to be widely embraced. The Frugal Bottle is made from 94% recycled paperboard … Continue reading →

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Remy Martin Discontinues Gift Packaging

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Rémy Martin moved to halt production of gift box packaging as part of a sustained commitment to protecting the environment. Having gradually removed VSOP gift boxes in some countries, Rémy Martin has now gone a step further to lower its … Continue reading →

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‘Plain Packaging’ Movement Could Cost Bev/Al Billions

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Led by advocates at the World Health Organization, many nations are considering and some, — notably Australia, the

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MillerCoors Relaunches Miller64 with New Look, Sharper Message

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

“We’re reinforcing what an extra light beer can be. Miller64 is a bit more flavor than you’d expect, especially at just 64 calories, but it’s balanced and refreshing – a perfect fit for a growing group of drinkers who pay … Continue reading →

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J. Lohr Vineyards Unveils New Packaging for Vineyard Series

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

The vivid new package reflects the importance of these wines in the J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines portfolio, while also clearly differentiating them from the winery’s popular J. Lohr Estates wines. The new pressure-sensitive labels feature a rich olive label … Continue reading →

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