With the growing trend of craft spirits makers, the spirits bottle variety is also growing. Apothecary bottles for spirits are just the absolute must-have for every spirits producer.
Where does the apothecary spirit bottle come from?
Ethanol, juniper berries, water and infusion – the remedy for rheumatism and flatulence was already produced. The pharmacists wrote “Spiritus Juniperi” on the bottle label 100 years ago. In the past, this formula was a remedy for indigestion; today, it is the namesake ingredient in gin and tonic. Like many other herbal spirits, gin was once a product of apothecaries, hence the name “apothecary bottle”.
Gin, vodka or other herbal spirits: today spirit bottles revive their apothecary past. The message behind the vintage spirit bottle: all natural and handmade.
Packaging design for apothecary bottles
Since spirits producers have also paid attention to packaging design and their “craft” message, the popularity of craft spirits has been growing year by year. What was the artist label for winemakers in the 1980s is now the bottle design for distilleries. For most distillers today, it’s all about new target groups.
Smaller distilleries in particular are realizing how indispensable spirits bottle packaging design has become. Today, it is no longer enough for the contents to be perfect; the packaging design must also be convincing.
The different apothecary spirit bottles
There are many different types, shapes and colors of apothecary bottles. The most popular apothecary bottles are the following:
Apothecary spirit bottles Vintage
Nothing beats the old familiar apothecary bottle in the color white and brown. This is a real hipster among the apothecary bottles.
Apothecary spirit bottles Oslo
At the moment, there is a lot of talk about the Oslo apothecary bottle. A 15-year-old bottle model, which has been increasingly requested by distilleries again for the last three to four years.The Oslo apothecary bottle now has many names and is identical to the Nocturne or Oblo apothecary bottles.
Personalised apothecary bottle
Due to the growing trend of special spirit bottles, nothing beats personalization of apothecary bottles. This not only supports the packaging design of the bottle, but also the authenticity of the product. A personalized apothecary bottle is appealing and can trigger a lot of emotions in the consumer. In a scientific study by Univerre Pro Uva, it was proven that a personalized apothecary bottle reinforces the authenticity of the product and can also give the spirit a modern look. The feeling of a special product is thereby perceived more strongly by the consumer.
The personalised apothecary bottle Le Gin des Mamies – Geneviève Swiss Gin
This apothecary bottle with a digital print will surprise you with its design packaging and its exquisite taste! The recipe for Mamie Geneviève’s gin obviously features juniper combined with the refinement of cardamom and the sharp personality of pepper. The ingredients are represented by an illustration on the back of the bottle. On the front of the bottle, it is impossible to miss the icon of this bottle, the granny, who is featured in a retro-style card game.
The personalised apothecary bottle Ginfinity de Liwero Distellery GmbH
This silk-screen printed apothecary bottle is the new product of the family business Liwero Distellery. GINFINITY is infinitely different in its production method, taste and bottle design. Hints of herbs, berries and citrus fruits can be found in this special bottle. Let yourself be transported by its unique design like an optical illusion.
The personalisation through a digital print
Digital printing has perfected the personalization of apothecary bottles. With this type of personalization, a wide variety of possibilities can be transported to the apothecary bottle:
- Creative: pictures, photos or a beautiful work of art. With the digital printer, your apothecary bottles will be a true work of art.
- Unique: numbering or a different name on each apothecary bottle is easier than ever to make the spirit bottle stand out and make it unique.
- 3D Effect: With the 3D effect, the apothecary bottles become a tactile experience. Colored and transparent embossing can be printed on the liquor bottles.
The personalisation through a screen printing
With screen printing, very fine and complex designs up to 6 colors can be printed on a apothecary bottle. A special feature of screen printing is that precious metals such as gold or platinum can be printed.