Futuristic cardboard beer bottle

Within a few years, Carlsberg beer may be bought in cardboard bottles that are 100% recyclable, or that biodegrade if dropped as litter


GREEN FIBRE BOTTLE

Oct 2019: Carlsberg unveils two prototypes, designed in conjunction with Paboco (Paper Bottle Company). Bottles look identical, but each has different inner lining

CURRENT FEATURES

Liners: Film of recycled PET plastic – derived from oil, or PEF – made from plants. Future liner able to biodegrade

Thermoforming: Sustainably sourced wood pulped, moulded and dried under high pressure. Cardboard strong enough to withstand pressure from carbonated drinks

Stopper: Currently supports regular steel crown cap, invented in 1892

Plastic thicker at neck to support cap

Goal: Tethered cap made from bio composite or pure paper

Carlsberg will not rush bottle to market, to ensure design does not adversely affect taste of beer


Paboco working on similar bottle initiatives for brands such as Absolut vodka, Coca-Cola and L’Oréal cosmetics

TARGET DESIGN 2020-21: Refined paper bottle on sale, alongside glass and metal containers. If popular with consumers, glass and metal may be phased out


Sources: Paboco, Carlsberg, BillerudKorsnäs, Forbes 
Pictures: Carlsberg
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