November 18, 2022
Editor’s Picks: Ingenious Beverage Accessories
They’re an ideal companion for distributors’ existing drinkware orders and can also stand on their own in upcoming campaigns.
The alcoholic beverage sector is a considerable one. According to market research firm Technavio, the industry in the U.S. is poised to grow by 3.23% each year from now through 2026, to nearly $400 billion. The branded beverage accessories shown here are ideal to promote brands at retail stores, restaurants, bars and breweries.
Tekweld (asi/90807)
Keep your hands off my vino! Appropriate for corporate events, small get-togethers and weddings, wine charms (WINE100) bring a bit of whimsy to gatherings while helping people identify their drink. These full-color charms are processed on black or white acrylic. Easy to use – just clasp the charm to a glass stem.
Bloomin Promotions (asi/40646)
Every beer or cocktail requires a coaster to protect surfaces. This seed paper coaster (PSTC-3.875) does that and more. It’s eco-friendly with a custom message printed on 100% recycled material with earth-friendly inks that won’t damage the seeds. Embedded with a hardy mixture of wildflower seeds.
Logomark (asi/67866)
The brandy cocktail set (EH3328) has all the essential bar tools needed to become a pro mixologist. This stainless-steel set includes a 19-oz. shaker bottle, bar spoon, ice tongs, Hawthorne strainer, multi-function corkscrew/bottle opener and dual 0.5-oz./1-oz. jigger. Stores nicely in a bamboo holder.
Special & Creative Promotion Inc. (asi/88568)
Sustainability has many different facets, including replacing single-use plastic with these portable folding stainless-steel straws (SAC040). Comes with a cleaning brush and carrying case with carabiner. Great for eco-themed promotions and giveaways.
Quinn (asi/80228)
Etched glassware too expensive? A pint glass wrap (PGW-1) is the perfect alternative. Printed in full color on stretch polyester, it fits standard 16-oz. pint glasses. Great for bar and restaurant grand openings, conventions and bachelor parties.
Sarge Branded Products (asi/84875)
Users can take their wine in style to the next picnic or BYOB restaurant with The Vivo leather tote (SLC-901). Features a detachable shoulder strap and handle, exterior back sleeve pocket, padded divider for bottle protection and flip-down keyhole closure. Made from cowhide leather with a mocha brown nylon lining and antique brass-finish hardware.
Gold Bond (asi/57653)
These stainless-steel Cool Cubes (COOLCUBES2) will chill drinks without diluting the flavor or potency. They’re FDA-compliant and have an ethanol interior which allows them to stay cold longer than traditional ice cubes. Includes a clear plastic storage box.
Leed’s (asi/66887)
Moscow mules require the appropriate drinkware. This four-in-one gift (1625-22) has everything the user needs: two mule mugs, a bar spoon and measuring jigger. Comes in a giftbox that features a history of the cocktail, and recipe card. Perfect for Kentucky mules, too.
Brighter Promotions (asi/42016)
Create fun at parties and nightclubs with these lighted ice cubes. They’re freezable and available in four retro neon colors – green, pink, orange and yellow with a bright blue LED inside. Non-replaceable batteries are included and installed.
Specialties LTD (asi/88581)
No matter the weather, sports fans are always up for a good old tailgate, and that means sometimes drinking outside in frigid temperatures. They can keep hands warm and beverages cold with this 100% acrylic beverage glove (SP 56070). Ideal for sports team and supporter club giveaways.
Agraffes Innovation LLC (asi/36722)
Whether for spooky season or just to add some fun to any event, this skeleton ice cube mold (AG-PCIR) will be a prized accessory. Made of food-grade FDA-approved silicone, each mold makes four cubes.
Alco Prevention Canada (asi/30166)
Bars, restaurants, resorts and airlines would find many uses for the STOP Drug FDG drink-spiking cover. Simple to use, it fits over the top of a glass. Two versions available; 100% recyclable and reusable. Both fit most glasses and include a slot to insert a straw.
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