14 July 2018: How to Make a Security Seal Look Beautiful

Applying a security seal, also known as a tamper-evident seal, to a spirit bottle can be an important part of the drinks packaging process. Not only does it ensure that the product is packaged securely, it also makes any tampering with the products evident immediately – reassuring to both everyday consumers and drinks professionals.

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2 July 2018: Lightweight Bottles: The Lighter the Better?

When buying spirits from the supermarket while shopping, the first thing that most people take into consideration is whether it’s going to make their shopping bag heavier. In fact, many people will leave behind the bottle and promise themselves they’ll purchase alcohol at a different time. As it’s a common occurrence, and most of us have been i...

12 June 2018: How to secure a coin, cartouche or badge perfectly on your packaging

Many brands search for a way to establish their product in a different way to competitors, whether it’s to create an element of luxury or to provide an aspect of differentiation from other brands. A cartouche sits on the shoulder of the bottle and is placed perfectly to gain the attention of consumers. This makes the packaging more noticeable than ...

28 February 2018: Whisky: is it an acquired taste?

When it comes to drinking alcohol, we all have our own personal taste when it comes to what drink we enjoy best. With such a wide selection of spirits, wine and beer, there’s plenty of choices out there. Once we have decided on our prefered alcoholic beverage, it is easy to stick to what we know we like. The process of trying new things can be daun...

18 January 2018: Glass vs plastic: which comes out on top?

The battle between glass bottles and plastic bottles is a long-lived one, spanning more than 60 years. With the environmentally-friendly argument, health benefits and taste impact to consider, it can be hard to choose a clear winner. But what is the better option? Let’s shed some light on some of the key elements in this case.

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