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Berlin Packaging expands its presence in EMEA with the acquisition of BlueSky.
Contact Sales on +44 (0)1472 240940
Berlin Packaging expands its presence in EMEA with the acquisition of BlueSky.
Aluminium already has strong appeal across beverage, personal care, beauty and home care. It is lightweight, durable, highly customisable and provides a complete barrier to light. When made from post-consumer recycled aluminium, it also supports brands looking to reduce reliance on virgin material while retaining the performance and shelf impact of metal packaging.
BlueSky’s 100% PCR aluminium bottle range includes 70cl, 700-750ml formats designed for brands that want packaging to do more than simply hold the product. These bottles are suitable for beverages, spirits, personal care, home care and premium refill-led concepts.
Available in a choice of finishes, including gloss black, matt white and brushed aluminium, the range gives brands a practical way to access premium aluminium packaging from UK-held stock.
PCR stands for post-consumer recycled.
PCR aluminium is aluminium that has already been used by consumers, recovered through the recycling stream and processed back into usable material. For packaging brands, this offers a way to reduce the use of virgin aluminium while still benefiting from the material’s strength, durability and recyclability.
Aluminium is often described as a permanent material because it can be recycled repeatedly without losing its fundamental quality. The International Aluminium Institute states that aluminium can be recycled over and over again without loss of quality, with almost 75% of all aluminium ever produced still in use today.
For brands, the benefit is twofold: PCR aluminium supports recycled-content goals while aluminium itself remains a high-value material within the recycling stream.
A 100% PCR aluminium bottle allows brands to combine recycled content, product protection and premium presentation in one pack.
This is particularly relevant for brands that want to:
The strength of aluminium is that it does not force a choice between function and appearance. It can look premium while also delivering practical packaging benefits.
BlueSky’s 100% PCR aluminium bottles are available in 70cl, 700-750ml formats, making them suitable for a range of beverage, personal care and home care applications.
These sizes are particularly relevant where brands want a larger-format pack with strong shelf presence.
Typical applications include:
| Format | Suitable applications | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| 70cl aluminium bottle | Spirits, liqueurs, wine alternatives, premium beverages | Recognisable drinks format with strong shelf impact |
| 700ml aluminium bottle | Beverage, beauty, refill concepts, home care | Flexible size for retail and direct-to-consumer products |
The right format will depend on the product, filling route, closure requirement and sales channel.
The 70cl aluminium bottle format is especially interesting for beverage brands.
For spirits, wine alternatives, RTDs, functional drinks and premium soft drinks, aluminium provides a very different shelf presence from traditional glass or plastic. It gives brands a full surface for decoration, a lightweight pack format and reduced breakage risk during handling, transport and service.
This can be useful for brands selling through:
For independent beverage brands, aluminium can also help challenge category conventions. It gives the product a more distinctive visual identity and can help create a stronger brand story around modern packaging, sustainability and convenience.
Although 70cl aluminium bottles are often associated with beverage, larger aluminium formats can also work well in personal care, beauty and wellness.
For brands developing refillable or premium personal care ranges, aluminium offers a durable and visually distinctive alternative to standard plastic packaging. The material can support a more considered, long-lasting pack experience, especially where the bottle is designed to be retained, refilled or displayed.
Potential applications include:
This is where the 700ml and 750ml formats become especially useful. They offer a larger capacity while still feeling premium and brand-led.
Home care brands are also exploring aluminium as a way to improve shelf standout and support refill-led models.
A larger aluminium bottle can work well for products such as:
For brands looking to build a more durable primary pack, aluminium can help create a bottle that consumers are more likely to keep and reuse. This is particularly relevant for refill models where the original bottle becomes part of the ongoing customer experience.
BlueSky’s 100% PCR aluminium bottles are available in a range of finishes designed to suit different brand positions.
Brushed aluminium
Brushed aluminium provides a clean, metallic look that works well for brands wanting a minimal, technical or sustainability-led appearance.
Matt white
Matt white gives a softer, more premium finish. It can suit beauty, wellness, personal care and clean-label brands looking for a refined, modern aesthetic.
Gloss black
Gloss black creates a bold, high-impact finish suitable for premium beverage, fragrance, grooming, beauty and luxury-positioned products.
These pre-applied finishes can also help simplify the branding process, giving brands a strong base for decoration and labelling.
BlueSky’s 100% PCR aluminium bottles are supplied with a BPA-NI inner lacquer.
The inner lacquer creates a barrier between the aluminium and the product inside, helping support product compatibility across suitable beverage, personal care and home care applications.
This is an important specification point for brands supplying into retail, food and beverage, or BRC-accredited environments. BPA-NI lacquer is required for businesses dealing with supermarkets or BRC-accredited organisations.
As with any packaging format, compatibility should be checked against the specific formulation, filling process and intended use.
Aluminium and glass both have strong roles in premium packaging. The best choice depends on the product, brand positioning and route to market.
| Consideration | Aluminium bottles | Glass bottles |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Lightweight | Heavier |
| Breakage risk | Shatterproof in normal handling | Fragile and breakable |
| Shelf impact | Full surface can be decorated | Product visibility and premium clarity |
| Product protection | Complete light barrier | Strong barrier but transparent unless coloured |
| Recycling story | Recyclable repeatedly without loss of quality | Strong recyclability story |
| Travel and events | Practical where breakage is a concern | Less suitable where breakage risk matters |
Aluminium bottles give brands the opportunity to use the entire surface of the pack for branding.
Depending on the project, decoration options may include labels, colour finishes, screen printing, offset printing, matte and gloss effects, and Pantone colour matching.
For aluminium bottles specifically, BlueSky can manage the decoration process. Two-colour printing on stocked aluminium bottles is available from 1,000 units, making branded aluminium packaging more accessible for product launches, trial runs and growing brands.
For more complex designs, decoration may be applied at point of manufacture from higher volumes, depending on the specification.
One of the commercial advantages of working with BlueSky is access to UK-held stock.
For brands developing a new product, responding to seasonal demand or testing a new packaging format, UK stock can make aluminium more accessible. It can help reduce long lead times, simplify sampling and support faster movement from enquiry to launch.
This is especially useful for brands that want to explore 100% PCR aluminium bottles without immediately committing to large bespoke production volumes.
Before specifying a 100% PCR aluminium bottle, brands should consider:
The bottle should be considered as part of a complete packaging system, not as a standalone component. Closure choice, labelling, decoration, filling and end-of-life communication all affect how successful the final pack will be.
BlueSky supports brands with aluminium packaging across beverage, personal care, beauty, home care and other sectors.
The team can advise on:
Whether you are launching a premium beverage, developing a refillable personal care range or reviewing packaging for a stronger sustainability story, BlueSky can help identify the right aluminium format.
BlueSky’s 100% PCR aluminium bottles offer a practical way to combine recycled content, premium presentation and commercial flexibility.
With 70cl, 700ml and 750ml options available from UK stock, the range supports brands looking for packaging that stands out while aligning with modern material expectations.
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What is a 100% PCR aluminium bottle?
A 100% PCR aluminium bottle is made from post-consumer recycled aluminium. This means the aluminium has previously been used, recovered through recycling and processed back into packaging material.
What sizes are available?
BlueSky supplies 100% PCR aluminium bottles in 70cl, 700ml and 750ml formats, suitable for beverage, personal care, beauty and home care applications.
Are PCR aluminium bottles suitable for spirits?
Yes, 70cl PCR aluminium bottles can be suitable for spirits and other beverage applications when the correct bottle, lacquer, closure and filling process are specified.
Are PCR aluminium bottles suitable for skincare or personal care?
Yes, PCR aluminium bottles can be suitable for selected personal care and skincare applications, depending on the formulation and closure requirement. Compatibility should always be checked before launch.
What does BPA-NI lacquer mean?
BPA-NI means BPA non-intent. A BPA-NI inner lacquer is applied inside the bottle to create a barrier between the aluminium and the product. This supports product compatibility and is especially relevant for beverage and food-adjacent applications.
Can aluminium bottles be custom printed?
Yes. BlueSky can manage custom decoration for aluminium bottles. Two-colour printing on stocked aluminium bottles is available from 1,000 units, with more complex decoration options available depending on volume and specification.
Are aluminium bottles recyclable?
Yes. Aluminium can be recycled repeatedly without losing material quality. Recycling outcomes depend on local collection and recycling infrastructure, so brands should communicate disposal guidance clearly.
Are aluminium bottles better than glass?
Aluminium and glass both have valuable packaging roles. Aluminium is lighter, shatterproof and provides a complete light barrier, while glass offers product visibility and a traditional premium feel. The best choice depends on the product, route to market and brand positioning.
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