Category Archives: Packaging

There’s No Glass Shortage from U.S. Producers: Glass Packaging Institute

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

“Domestic glass suppliers have not run out of excess inventory, not is there any shortage of raw materials to make glass,” Scott DeFife, president, Glass Packaging Institute, told the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium.  “All the materials needed to manufacture glass in North … Continue reading →

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Chivas Unveils Biggest Packaging Redesign in 112 Years

Posted on January 25, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Currently shipping to markets across the US, the redesign sees the iconic Chivas 12 bottle reshaped and elongated to stand taller and prouder while still retaining its recognizable rounded shoulders. While updated, its crest still boasts the ‘luckenbooth,’ a symbol … Continue reading →

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Alsace to Require Standardized Sweetness Guide on Labels

Posted on January 24, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

A standardized sweetness guide will be required on all labels of AOC Alsace wines beginning with wines produced from the 2021 harvest. Unlike other French regions, Alsace bottles are labeled by grape; thus, with a quick glance, it’s apparent whether … Continue reading →

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Michelob Ultra Offers Its First Team Cans in 18 NBA Markets

Posted on January 18, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

For a limited time, Michelob Ultra is offering NBA team cans that highlight 18 teams across the National Basketball League.  The cans were designed by four emerging artists at the intersection of streetwear, sports and entertainment to bring the cans … Continue reading →

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Yellowstone Bourbon Marks 150th Year with Park Scenes on Labels

Posted on January 6, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

It’s been 150 years since the Yellowstone bourbon brand first appeared, and Limestone Branch Distillery is marking the anniversary by debuting the Yellowstone Select Landmark Edition Bottle series, featuring six different scenes from the national park that inspired the brand: … Continue reading →

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Bogle Family Vineyards Will Use Lighter Bottles to Reduce Carbon Footprint

Posted on December 14, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Bogle Family Vineyards introduced new, lighter glass bottles that will cut packaging weight by 10% or 2,235 tons starting in 2022. The first lighter bottles being featured in Bogle’s traditional line of Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Essential Red, Pinot Noir and … Continue reading →

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