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Ardagh Glass Packaging Launches New 275ml Beverage Bottle

Ardagh Glass Packaging-North America, a key division of the Ardagh Group, has proudly announced the rollout of a new 275ml beverage bottle, developed in collaboration with the renowned Fitz's Bottling Company. This innovative bottle is designed specifically for packaging Fitz's Tonic Water, Tonic Water Zero, and Club Soda, and is poised to enhance the presentation of these products on store shelves.

With the new bottle set to become available for purchase nationwide in May through the Fitz's website, the partnership marks a significant milestone for both companies. Michael Alter, the founder and president of Fitz's Bottling Company, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "Working with Ardagh Glass Packaging from concept to completion on our quality beverage mixer launch was a seamless experience. Their understanding of our vision for the product was critical and instrumental in bringing it to life."

High-Quality Glass Packaging

The newly designed 275ml beverage bottles are crafted from flint (clear) glass in the United States, ensuring premium quality that Fitz's aims to showcase. The bottles not only enhance the visual appeal of the mixers but also underscore the brand's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Ardagh Glass Packaging has emphasized their strategy of using glass as the packaging medium, which aligns perfectly with Fitz's commitment to quality.

Rashmi Markan, Chief Commercial Officer for AGP-North America, highlighted the importance of expanding their portfolio of American-made glass bottles for craft beverage producers. She stated, "Our work with Fitz's Bottling Company, a well-known craft soda brand in the U.S., has resulted in a bottle that adds flexibility and enhances the shelf appeal for multiple products."

In addition to its aesthetic benefits, the new bottles are environmentally friendly, being 100% recyclable. They can be recycled indefinitely without compromising their purity or quality, reinforcing the companies' commitment to sustainability in the beverage industry.

A Legacy of Excellence

Ardagh Group has a rich history of over 125 years in the production of recyclable glass bottles in the U.S. Their extensive range includes a variety of bottles in different colors, sizes, and styles, catering to the diverse needs of beverage producers.

Fitz's Bottling Company, based in St. Louis, is celebrated for its premium craft soda, particularly its flagship Root Beer and various other flavors made with pure cane sugar. The company prides itself on a small-batch production approach that ensures every bottle is crafted with the highest quality ingredients. Each craft soda, along with their new line of mixers, is bottled using Fitz's vintage bottling machinery.

The innovative collaboration between Ardagh and Fitz's is more than just a partnership; it represents a shared commitment to quality, sustainability, and creativity in beverage packaging. As consumers increasingly look for quality and craftsmanship in their beverages, this new bottle launch is set to capture their attention and elevate their tasting experience.

For more information on the variety of bottles offered by Ardagh and to view the new 275ml bottles in use by Fitz's, visit ardaghgroup.com/beverage2026.