The Right Sustainable Packaging for Your Beverage

What is the most sustainable beverage packaging?

It depends on the product and where it travels. Aluminum cans are light and widely recycled. Glass is recyclable but heavy to ship. PET is light but recycled at lower rates. Distribution distance and local recycling programs often decide the answer.

Can I use recycled materials in my packaging?

Yes: recycled PET bottles, aluminum cans with recycled content, and recycled paperboard for secondary packaging. Availability and cost vary, so we source these early.

Are plant-based or compostable beverage packages a good option?

For most beverages, not yet. The options are limited, and many fall short on shelf life or cost more. A compostable package also helps only if your customers can actually compost it.

How can I make environmental claims on my packaging?

Make them specific and back them with evidence, following the FTC's Green Guides. A vague claim like 'eco-friendly' creates legal and reputation risk. Have a compliance specialist review your claims. This is general information, not legal advice.

Does sustainable packaging cost more?

Often, yes, at least up front. Some of that comes back through lighter materials, fewer components, and lower freight. We'll show you the real numbers so you can decide for yourself.

How else can I reduce my beverage's environmental footprint?

Look past the container. Lighter packaging, less plastic in secondary packaging, efficient pallets, and producing closer to your customers all help. Our Edison, New Jersey facility sits in one of the largest shipping service areas in the country, which can shorten routes to East Coast markets.