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03 Editorial 05 Introducing Pharma 10 Design Options 12 Matching Shapes
14 CE Sealing Ring 16 In Good Company 18 Ready to Recycle
Introducing
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New Vinolok collection
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The remedy for ordinary packaging
Vinolok Sol
Vinolok: Sol / Bottle: Revelation by Saverglass
Inspired by the rounded forms of laboratory glassware, Sol captures the growing influence of apothecary-inspired design in premium spirits. Its soft silhouette catches and reflects light from every angle, creating a sense of fluidity and refinement. A natural companion to spirits built around botanical ingredients, crafted formulas and the culture of modern mixology.
Editorial
Today, premium is no longer defined by what is inside the bottle alone. Exceptional craftsmanship has always been the foundation of great wines and spirits. But in a more selective market, it is no longer enough on its own. Consumers expect more from the brands they choose, and every interaction contributes to how quality is perceived. One thing has become increasingly clear over the years: people experience a product long before they taste it. They notice the weight of the bottle, the quality of the materials, the precision of its craftsmanship and, ultimately, the moment the closure is removed. These details create expectations, shape perception, and become part of the brand itself. The strongest brands are rarely defined by a single feature. They stand out because every element works together to create a consistent, authentic experience. At Vinolok, we have always believed that a closure deserves to play a meaningful role in that story. A closure may be one of the smallest components of a bottle, but it is one of the few that every consumer sees, touches and remembers. It protects what's inside, but it also reflects the care, confidence and craftsmanship behind the brand. That is why we have never separated technical performance from design. A premium closure should do both: perform flawlessly and strengthen the perception of the product it represents. This philosophy has shaped our collections from the very beginning. Rather than following short-lived trends, they offer producers another way to express the identity of their brands through one of the bottle's most distinctive features.
Our latest collection, Pharma, is a natural extension of this approach. Developed primarily for premium spirits, it draws inspiration from the clean aesthetics of laboratories, pharmacies and scientific precision, translating these values into a contemporary design language for brands seeking to express purity, confidence and innovation. Beautiful design can capture attention. Consistent performance is what earns long-term trust. At Vinolok, we believe both are essential. These principles guide every innovation we bring to market - from new collections to technical advancements and our continued commitment to a more circular future for glass packaging. As our industry continues to evolve, so will we. Our role is to help producers create products that not only perform exceptionally, but also build trust, elevate brand perception and leave a lasting impression. Because exceptional brands are never defined by a single detail, but by how every detail comes together. Radan Haiblik, Sales director
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Vinolok Opus
Vinolok: Opus / Bottle: Luca by Stoelzle
Named after a masterwork, Opus transforms the closure into a visible part of the bottle's identity. Its broad top surface creates a natural canvas for decoration, allowing craftsmanship and customization to take centre stage. Designed with one of the most widely used diameters, it integrates seamlessly with standard bottle neck finishes while offering exceptional creative freedom. Like a carefully composed formula, Opus brings together precision, expression and individuality in a single, harmonious design.
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Back to the roots Long before glass became a symbol of premium packaging, it was a symbol of precision. For centuries, glass belonged to laboratories, apothecaries and the world of carefully crafted formulas. It was trusted to preserve valuable contents, protect their integrity and reveal their true character. These same qualities inspired Dr Karl Matheis, a physician, inventor and wine enthusiast. In the early 2000s, confronted with the inconsistencies of traditional cork closures, he began searching for a better solution. Rather than looking to the wine industry for answers, he turned to a material he already trusted from the worlds of medicine and science: glass.
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Its purity, stability and neutrality inspired a new idea — a closure designed not to influence the liquid inside, but to protect it. That idea became Vinolok. More than two decades later, the values that inspired its creation feel more relevant than ever. Across the world of premium spirits, brands are embracing crafted formulas, botanical ingredients, modern mixology and apothecary-inspired design. What once belonged to laboratories has become part of the visual language of contemporary packaging. Pharma brings this story full circle. Inspired by laboratory glassware, formulation and precision, the collection reconnects today's design trends with the original vision behind Vinolok. It is where craftsmanship, science and design meet — and a return to the idea that started it all.
Designed in Spain The Pharma collection is the result of a collaboration between Vinolok and awardwinning DSIGNTANK studio based in Barcelona. This partnership draws on the Spanish team's extensive expertise and trend forecasting within the premium packaging segment, synergising with the Vinolok team's wealth of experience in glass craftsmanship.
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Vinolok Philos Philos reinterprets the closure through a bold, low-profile silhouette inspired by laboratory specimens and carefully arranged compositions. Its wide, architectural form creates immediate visual distinction while maintaining a sense of balance and precision. Thoughtful, contemporary and unexpected, Philos demonstrates how composition alone can transform the perception of a bottle.
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Vinolok Atlas
Vinolok: Atlas / Bottle: Pandora by Hrastnik1860
Defined by its substantial shape and confident proportions, Atlas brings strength and structure to the bottle. Its robust silhouette echoes the precision of laboratory apparatus designed to support complex formulations. The commanding presence feels particularly at home alongside spirits known for depth, character and carefully layered flavour profiles.
Vinolok Vista
Vinolok: Vista / Bottle: Willard by Reis Packaging
True to its name, Vista introduces a fresh perspective on closure design. Its elevated silhouette draws the eye upward, enhancing the bottle's proportions with elegance and precision. Inspired by the clean vertical lines of laboratory glass, Vista creates distinction through shape, perspective and refinement rather than excessive decoration.
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Vinolok Ago Ago embodies the clarity of a perfectly measured formula. Its compact cylindrical shape reflects the precision and restraint found in laboratory environments, where every detail serves a purpose. Delicate in appearance yet remarkably versatile, Ago adapts effortlessly across a wide range of bottle designs. Clean, balanced and intentionally understated, it aligns naturally with today's fascination for apothecary aesthetics, ingredient-led storytelling and packaging defined by simplicity rather than excess.
Coloured Sealing Ring A coloured sealing ring introduces an unexpected design detail at the meeting point of glass and bottle. Whether blending seamlessly with the overall design or creating a deliberate contrast, it adds another layer of visual refinement. Available in virtually any Pantone® colour, it can be matched precisely to the bottle, label or brand colours, proving that even the smallest detail can make a lasting impression.
Every detail tells a story.
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Every closure in the Pharma Collection is designed as a canvas for creativity. A wide range of decoration options allow you to create a seamless connection between the closure, the bottle and your brand identity - transforming each element into part of the overall design. Whether subtle or expressive, every finish contributes to a distinctive and harmonious bottle presentation.
Metal Coin A metal coin adds weight, texture and prestige to the closure. Its metallic surface catches the light while creating a premium focal point that naturally draws attention. Combined with other decorative techniques such as colour coating, it becomes a distinctive signature of the brand.
Metal sticker A precision-crafted metal sticker creates a refined decorative surface with exceptional visual clarity. Available in a variety of metallic finishes, it highlights logos and graphics with elegant precision while adding depth and contrast. A subtle detail that elevates the overall perception of the bottle.
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Matt Effect The matt finish softens reflections and introduces a tactile, contemporary appearance. Its velvety surface creates a subtle contrast with polished glass, adding another dimension to the overall design. Perfect for brands seeking understated sophistication and a modern interpretation of premium packaging.
Top Printing Every closure offers an opportunity to tell your story. Top printing places your logo, symbol or graphic precisely where every bottle is opened, turning a functional detail into a memorable brand signature. Sharp, durable and highly customisable, it reinforces recognition with every interaction.
Colour Coating (transparent) Transparent colour coating enhances the natural brilliance of glass while introducing a subtle layer of colour. Light continues to travel through the closure, creating depth, reflections and a refined visual effect. Available in virtually any Pantone® colour, it allows the closure to coordinate seamlessly with the bottle, label or wider brand identity while preserving the beauty and clarity of the glass.
Colour Coating (opaque) Opaque colour coating transforms the closure into a bold design statement. Its solid finish creates a striking contrast with transparent glass, opening new possibilities for brand expression. With virtually any Pantone® colour available, the closure can be perfectly matched with the bottle, label or brand palette, creating a unified and instantly recognisable design.
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The Perfect Formula
Bottle and closure are two essential elements of a cohesive packaging concept. The right combination brings together the shape, proportions and visual character of both elements to create a consistent expression for the brand. The Pharma Collection is available with our new CE Sealing Ring, designed for bottles with a CETIE-standard neck finish. This gives brands greater flexibility when choosing the right bottle, while maintaining the sealing performance and opening and resealing experience expected from Vinolok glass closures. Choose from more than 1,000 Vinolok-compatible bottles at vinolokbottles.com, or explore the expanding portfolios of leading glass manufacturers featuring bottles with a CETIE-standard neck finish. The combinations shown here illustrate just some of the possibilities.
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Sharing more than just a name, DA Eco Philos by Estal and Vinolok Philos were developed to complement each other. Together, they create a harmonious packaging concept in which bottle and closure work as a cohesive whole. Willard by Reis Packaging combines a tapered silhouette with balanced proportions to create a timeless spirits bottle. Paired with Vinolok Vista, it forms a sophisticated packaging concept with a contemporary pharmaceutical aesthetic. Essence by Berlin Packaging offers a sleek, contemporary silhouette with clean, refined proportions. Paired with Vinolok Ago, it creates a balanced combination of purity, functionality and distinctive pharmaceutical character.
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Luca by Stoelzle combines clean architectural lines with timeless elegance. Paired with Vinolok Opus, it creates a refined packaging concept with distinctive shelf appeal. With its rounded silhouette and elegant proportions, Pandora by Hrastnik1860 is designed for super-premium spirits. Vinolok Atlas complements its distinctive shape with a bold, contemporary finishing touch. Revelation by Saverglass features a striking oval profile and exceptionally clean lines. Vinolok Sol complements its distinctive design with understated elegance.
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CE Sealing Ring
To provide greater flexibility in bottle sourcing, Vinolok has expanded its sealing system with the CE Sealing Ring. Rather than replacing the existing solution, it complements it by enabling reliable sealing performance on bottles manufactured according to standard CETIE neck finish specifications. Today, Vinolok offers two sealing ring options, each engineered for a specific bottle neck geometry and application. The CE Sealing Ring features an optimized EVA sealing ring with a newly developed blade geometry. Laboratory testing and bottling trials confirmed reliable sealing performance on both V-shaped and X-shaped neck profiles. The optimized design eliminates the need for 6 mm diameter control, relying instead on controlled entry bore tolerances at 3 mm.
The result is greater flexibility without compromising performance. Customers gain access to a wider range of standard bottles while maintaining compatibility with existing Vinolok bottling processes, reliable sealing performance, linear and consistent oxygen ingress of 1.17 mg/year, and the premium opening and resealing experience associated with Vinolok closures. The CE Sealing Ring is recommended for still wines and spirits using bottles manufactured according to the applicable CETIE standards. The Vinolok Pharma Collection is launched exclusively with the new CE Sealing Ring, engineered for bottles with CETIE-standard neck finishes. This expands the range of bottle designs available for Pharma, including the increasingly popular "Carnette" finish, while maintaining the sealing performance and reliable opening and resealing experience expected from Vinolok glass closures.
The new Vinolok CE Sealing Ring Greater
Proven performance. The optimized design eliminates the need for 6 mm diameter control, relying instead on controlled entry bore tolerances at 3 mm.
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Vinolok Philos
One Rum XO (Germany) is a Caribbean rum blend made from rums originating in Venezuela, Panama, the Dominican Republic and Barbados. Matured for up to eight years in ex-bourbon American oak barrels and bottled at cask strength (50.5% ABV), it is produced without added sugar, colouring or chill filtration. Its elegant presentation is completed with a Vinolok glass closure, reflecting the brand's focus on authenticity and craftsmanship. The Aromantiques (Australia) is Taylors Wines' contemporary collection, inspired by expressive aromas, elegant design and modern wine occasions. Combining fashion-inspired aesthetics with Australian winemaking, the range is completed with a Vinolok glass closure that complements its refined and distinctive character. Dibaldo Spirits (Italy) transforms the art of perfumery into premium spirits, combining exceptional botanicals with artisanal distillation under the creative direction of Baldo Baldinini. Its distinctive bottles, finished with Vinolok glass closures, reflect the brand's focus on elegance, sensory experience and Italian craftsmanship.
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References
GlenPharmer Distillery (USA) is a New England grain-to-glass producer whose family heritage is rooted in pharmacy and apothecary. Its handcrafted range of whiskeys, vodkas, rums and gin combines traditional distilling with scientific precision, complemented by Vinolok glass closures.
Pier67 (Italy) is a small-batch Ligurian gin distilled only twelve times a year during the full moon. Infused with Mediterranean botanicals and the distinctive Chinotto di Savona, it is sealed with a Vinolok glass closure, chosen for its inert glass material, which helps preserve the gin's aroma and flavour over time.
Eva Distillery (Greece) is a family-owned producer with roots on the island of Lesbos, crafting spirits inspired by traditional recipes and Mediterranean botanicals. Its elegant presentation, featuring a Vinolok glass closure, reflects the brand's focus on authenticity and heritage.
Gintaro Sino (Lithuania) is a family-owned Lithuanian distillery producing gins and vodkas with a focus on quality ingredients and meticulous production. Its portfolio, presented with Vinolok glass closures, combines contemporary design with a distinctive and authentic character.
Philos was the first Vinolok closure inspired by the distinctive aesthetics of apothecary bottles. Today, as part of the Pharma Collection, it continues to express the connection between pharmacy-inspired design, precision and contemporary spirits packaging.
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Sustainability
Independently certified recyclability Glass is one of the few packaging materials that can be recycled repeatedly without loss of quality. Produced from naturally occurring raw materials, it is well suited to circular packaging systems. Vinolok has become the first glass closure of its kind to receive "Ready to Recycle" certification from Circpack® by Veolia, based on the CERTIFY methodology. The independent third-party assessment confirms that Vinolok closures meet the recyclability criteria established in the European Union's upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) for 2030. Obtaining certification ahead of future regulatory deadlines provides producers with independently verified information about the recyclability of their closures. It also supports long-term packaging planning as recyclability requirements become an increasingly important part of packaging legislation.
Certified recyclability Independent testing classified Vinolok Clear from the Classic Collection as Recyclability Class A and Vinolok Rosé as Recyclability Class B. Sustainability starts with smart design. Vinolok glass closures help brands create packaging that supports a circular economy without compromising on premium appearance. The Pharma Collection takes this approach one step further. Made from clear glass, every closure is inherently recyclable, while its distinctive shapes provide a strong design signature. For brands looking to personalise their packaging without sacrificing recyclability, the closures can be decorated with a coloured sealing ring, a simple print or a spray coating in recycling-friendly standard colours such as Light Green or Dark Green. With the right combination of bottle, closure and decoration, premium design and recyclability go hand in hand.
Ready to Recycle Designed to stand out. Made to stay in the loop.
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Vinolok: Philos / Bottle: DA Eco Philos by Estal / Vinolok is a registered trademark of Vinolok a.s.
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