Splash Beverage Group of Fort Lauderdale, FL, drew attention in 2021 with the introduction of Pulpoloco Sangria packaged in CartoCan paper can packaging.
The line of three alcohol-containing products aseptically packaged and imported from Europe is available in smooth red, soft rosé, and crisp white. The 250 mL/8.45-ounce paper cans feature an energetic packaging design in a format that's unique in look and feel.
Three things attracted us to this brand: the sustainable, game-changing packaging, the Sangria itself, and the branding.
The CartoCan is 30% more eco-friendly than aluminum cans or PET bottles and uses 30% less total raw materials to create; the raw materials come entirely from renewable sources. The packaging uses wood fibers from forests managed in an exemplary fashion, giving CartoCan packages the right to use the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) label. Similar to milk cartons, the packaging has a polyethylene barrier layer.
Further, it’s light weight allows for more yield in transportation reducing its carbon footprint compared to other pack types.
Although the CartoCan is fully recyclable like milk cartons, we know it’s not always recycled. However, because the CartoCan contains more than 95% paper fiber, it will break down in a landfill if the consumer does not recycle it.
The CartoCan operation is a completely integrated aseptic packaging system. It consists of a can-forming machine, a filling and sealing unit including pull-tab station where the top tear-off tab is applied, and all necessary consumables.
The packaging has four components: body, bottom, edge-protection strip, and pull tab.
There are four packaging lines in Austria capable of running high- and low-acid products. The facility, which is in a beautiful area, exclusively runs aseptic and high-temperature, short-time products. It’s completely powered by a bio-furnace.