Note: Descriptions are shown in the official language in which they were submitted.
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DISPOSABLE SHOT GLASS WITH PEEL-OFF LID
FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to a disposable shot-
glass.
INTRODUCTION
[0002] Single-serve cups may contain food and beverages. Existing single-
serve cups
may not be ideal vessels from which to drink due to an abrasive brim. Single-
serve cups may
not be optimized to contain alcoholic beverages for long periods of time and
may be subject
to deterioration over time. Single-serve cups may not be optimized to contain
alcoholic
beverages since the method of adhesion used in affixing a lid to the cup may
be subject to
erosion from the alcohol. Single-serve cups may not be optimized to contain
alcoholic
beverages in a form-factor as small as a shot-glass since the level of
adhesion between a lid
and the cup may result in spillage from the cup during removal of the lid.
Some lids may
drastically raise the price of the single-serve, shot-glass, making it
commercially inefficient to
produce.
SUMMARY
[0003] In accordance with one aspect, there is provided a single-serve,
shot-glass
system made up of a shot-glass for containing alcoholic beverage, the shot-
glass having a
curved brim to enhance users' drinking experience and prevent spilling of the
alcoholic
beverage. The shot-glass may also have a flared shaft to enhance users'
drinking
experience, and a peel-off lid to seal the system and preserve the alcohol.
[0004] In accordance with another aspect, there is provided a shot-glass
with a curved
brim as part of the single-serve shot-glass system, the brim comprising a
curvature optimized
to allow ease of drinking and spill prevention, and to allow secure adhesion
of a peel-off lid in
a manner that still allows the peel-off lid to be removed with ease. The
curved brim may
integrate with a flared shaft to enhance users' drinking experience.
[0005] In accordance with another aspect, there is provided a process
for manufacturing
the single-serve shot-glass system comprising: forming molds for the lid
material, shot-
glasses including the lip, creating shot-glasses from the molds, and slicing
lids from the lid
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materials, dispensing alcohol into the shot-glasses, sealing the shot-glasses
with a peel-off
lid and a sealant, and adding the lip mold to the shot glass.
[0006] Before explaining at least one embodiment in detail, it is to be
understood that the
embodiments are not limited in application to the details of construction and
to the
arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or
illustrated in the
drawings. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology
employed herein
are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.
[0007] Many further features and combinations thereof concerning
embodiments
described herein will appear to those skilled in the art following a reading
of the instant
.. disclosure.
DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES
[0008] In the figures, embodiments are illustrated by way of example. It
is to be expressly
understood that the description and figures are only for the purpose of
illustration and as an
aid to understanding.
[0009] Embodiments will now be described, by way of example only, with
reference to
the attached figures, wherein in the figures:
[0010] Fig. 1 is a view of an example single-serve, shot-glass system;
[0011] Fig. 2A is a cross-section of an example curved brim for a single-
serve, shot-glass
system;
[0012] Fig. 2B is a view of an example shot-glass and curved brim;
[0013] Fig. 20 is a view of an example shot-glass with flared shaft
resting upon a user's
lip;
[0014] Fig. 2D is a cross-section of an example curved brim and flared
shaft for a single-
serve, shot-glass system;
[0015] Fig. 2E is a view of an example single-serve, shot-glass system;
[0016] Fig. 3 is a view of an example peel-off lid;
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[0017] Fig. 4 shows a front view of the container.
[0018] Fig. 5 shows a front view of the container with the lid.
[0019] Fig. 6 shows a side view of the container.
[0020] Fig. 7 shows a top down view of the inside of the container.
[0021] Fig. 8 shows a bottom up view of the outside of the container.
[0022] Fig. 9 shows a bottom cross-cut of the container of Fig. 4.
[0023] Fig. 10 shows a flow chart of a process for manufacturing a
single-serve, shot-
glass system;
[0024] Fig. 11 shows a flow chart of a process for manufacturing a
single-serve, shot-
glass system;
[0025] Fig. 12 shows a view of a solid plastic from for producing peel-
off lids for a single-
serve, shot-glass system.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0026] Embodiments of methods, systems, and apparatus are described
through
reference to the drawings.
[0027] The following discussion provides many example embodiments of the
inventive
subject matter. Although each embodiment represents a single combination of
inventive
elements, the inventive subject matter is considered to include all possible
combinations of
the disclosed elements. Thus if one embodiment comprises elements A, B, and C,
and a
second embodiment comprises elements B and D, then the inventive subject
matter is also
considered to include other remaining combinations of A, B, C, or D, even if
not explicitly
disclosed.
[0028] Embodiments described herein relate to a disposable shot-glass
having a peel-off
lid wherein the shot glass has a flared shaft and curved brim for facilitating
drinking and
preventing spilling from the shot-glass. A single-serve, shot-glass of alcohol
with a flared
shaft, curved brim and peel-off lid may provide consumers with simplicity,
sanitation,
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insurance of being tamper-proof, and ease-of-use. Embodiments described herein
may help
give consumers of alcohol an opportunity to purchase smaller quantities of
alcohol that are
offered in a useful, sanitary and enjoyable-to-drink container. Embodiments
described herein
may help to serve alcohol beverages to consumers efficiently without requiring
mixing of the
beverage, cleaning of individual shot glasses and pouring the mixed beverage
into individual
shot glasses in response individual order requests from the consumers. The
shot-glass
containing alcohol may be easy and enjoyable to drink and cost-effective to
produce.
[0029] Embodiments described herein relate to a disposable shot-glass
having a peel-off
lid wherein the shot glass has a lip attached with a flared shaft and curved
brim for facilitating
drinking and preventing spilling from the shot-glass. A single-serve, shot-
glass of alcohol
having a lip attached with a flared shaft, curved brim and peel-off lid may
provide consumers
with simplicity, sanitation, insurance of being tamper-proof, and ease-of-use.
Embodiments
described herein may help give consumers of alcohol an opportunity to purchase
smaller
quantities of alcohol that are offered in a useful, sanitary and enjoyable-to-
drink container.
Embodiments described herein may help to serve alcohol beverages to consumers
efficiently
without requiring mixing of the beverage, cleaning of individual shot glasses
and pouring the
mixed beverage into individual shot glasses in response individual order
requests from the
consumers. The shot-glass containing alcohol may be easy and enjoyable to
drink and cost-
effective to produce.
[0030] Fig. 1 illustrates a single-serve shot-glass system 90 of a shot-
glass 100
containing a specified volume of alcoholic beverage 200, sealed by a peel-off
lid 120 with a
tab 122 according to some embodiments. The shot-glass 100 may be shaped with a
flared
shaft 150 that curves outward from bottom to top such that the opening at the
brim 140 may
have a greater circumference than the circumference of the base 160 of the
shot-glass 100.
The flared shaft 150 may be shaped to receive a user's 300 lip therein. The
curvature may
be smooth to provide comfort to the user 300. In some embodiments, the shot-
glass 100 has
a lip attached with a flared shaft 150 that curves outward from bottom to top
such that the
opening at the brim 140.
[0031] According to some embodiments, the shot-glass 100 may contain
approximately
100mL and in other examples the shot-glass 100 may contain approximately 60mL
as a
typical 1.5 ounce shot (approximately 45mL). In addition to the curved brim
140, there may
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be a sufficient amount of empty space between the liquid alcohol 200 and the
brim 140 to
help prevent spilling when the shot-glass 100 is opened. The shot-glass 100
may be formed
from HDPE (high density polyethylene) or PET (polyethylene terephthalate)
plastic in some
example embodiments in order to ensure that the alcohol 200 is preserved and
does not
break down the material of the shot-glass 100. The material may also enable
the printing of
colors and advertisements on the shot-glass 100.
[0032] In some embodiments a coating (e.g. epoxy) may be applied to the
inside of the
shot-glass 100 in order to strengthen the shot-glass 100 and extend the life
of the alcohol
200. Such a coating may also improve the temperature range of the shot-glass
100 by
allowing it to remain sturdy and intact at temperatures warmer than -50
degrees Celsius.
[0033] Figs. 2A and 2D are cross-sections of the brim 140 of the shot-
glass 100
according to some embodiments. The curved brim 140 may help to prevent
alcoholic
beverages 200 from spilling from the shot-glass when the lid 120 has been
removed. The
curved brim 140 may have or integrate with a flared shaft 150 as shown. Fig.
2B
demonstrates the manner in which the brim 140 may prevent the spilling of
alcohol 200 when
the shot-glass 100 is tilted up to a specified angle.
[0034] In some embodiments, the brim 140 may feature a flat top edge of
between 1-
8mm, which may be desirable in order to provide a platform upon which an
adhesive may
seal the lid 120 to the shot-glass brim 140. In some embodiments the size of
the brim 140
may be adjusted according to the percentage of alcohol 200 in the single-serve
shot-glass
system 90. The flat edge may extend away from the outer edge of the curved
brim 140 so
that a rounded outer edge provides comfort to the user 300.
[0035] The curved brim 140 also may provide users 300 with an ideal
drinking
experience as the brim 140 may not create discomfort when users 300 consume
alcoholic
beverages 200 from the shot-glass 100.
[0036] Figs. 2C and 2E illustrate a flared shaft 150 of the shot-glass
100 according to
some embodiments. The flared shaft 150 may provide a place for users' 300 lips
to rest while
drinking from the shot-glass 100. The flared shaft 150 may enhance users' 300
drinking
experience by allowing the alcoholic beverage 200 to flow smoothly as users
300 drink. The
flared shaft 150 may also enhance users' 300 drinking experience by helping
the shot-glass
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100 to rest at an optimal location on users' 300 lips (without sliding up or
down) such that the
alcoholic beverage 200 may flow optimally into users' 300 mouths. In some
embodiments the
flared shaft 150 may flare outward at an approximately 180-250 degree angle
from the
bottom shaft 151 of the shot-glass 100. In another aspect, the flared shaft
150 may
progressively flare out from the bottom shaft at an increasing angle until
arriving at the
curved brim 140.
[0037] Fig. 3 illustrates a peel-off lid 120 for use with a single-serve
shot glass 100
according to some embodiments. In some embodiments the peel-off lid 120 may be
made of
metal foil or plastic. In some embodiments, the tab 122 of the lid 120 may
have surface area
sufficient to enable a user 300 to grasp the tab with thumb and index finger.
[0038] In some embodiments, the peel-off lid 120 may be comprised of
HDPE plastic,
PET plastic, metallic foil or other materials that preserve the contents of
the shot-glass 100
and/or allow for printing colors and advertisements on the lid 120.
[0039] In some embodiments the peel-off lid 120 may be affixed to the
shot-glass 100
with a sealant 130 that is both resistant to alcohol and yet not so strong
that removing the lid
120 would likely cause the shot-glass 100 to spill. According to some
embodiments, the lid
120 may have sufficient structural integrity such that a user 300 may peel of
the lid 120 in its
entirety without tearing the lid 120 itself in order to avoid an incomplete
removal.
[0040] Fig. 10 describes an exemplary process for assembling the shot-
glass system 90
according to some embodiments. At step 401, a mold is created for molding the
shot-glass
100. This mold may be made from aluminum or other solid material according to
specified
requirements. For example, the mold may have a rounded lip for smooth drinking
and the
company logo and a recyclable symbol may be engraved in the container. The
mold may
have a flared shaft to provide comfort for users that drink from the shot-
glasses 100 made
from the mold.
[0041] At step 402, shot-glasses 100 are formed using vacuum-forming or
other similar
techniques by which a mold is used to form materials. The shot-glasses 100 may
be formed
with a curved brim 140 and flared shaft 150.
[0042] At step 403, an epoxy resin is added to the shot-glass 100.
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[0043] At step 404, a mold is created for a semi-cylindrical, solid tube
of plastic or foil. A
solid piece of plastic is molded into the shape of a cylinder with a smaller
curved protrusion
running along its length (as in Fig. 12). The curved protrusion will later
form the tab of the lid.
[0044] For example, an aluminum mold specific to the requirements may be
used.
[0045] A mold for the lid is created so the plastic cutter will be
symmetrical and uniform.
[0046] Once the mold is complete for the containers, the containers are
created using
vacuum forming. Large numbers can be handled quickly and efficiently. Many
printing and
advertising techniques are available to get the desired look and colour and
this is all handled
by the packager. HDPE and PET offer the packager the ability to add a wide
array of colours
and designs. At this time, an epoxy resin would be added.
[0047] At step 405, a cutting apparatus is used to slice thin layers
(lids 120) from the
semi-cylindrical, solid tube of plastic. The plastic cutter is used to slice
the required amount
of lids from a thin slice of plastic. The lids are also subject to colour and
advertising. The lids
and containers are sent to a factory that meets Food and Drug Administration
standards
.. (safety, protocol, sanitation) for the packaging of alcohol.
[0048] At step 406, advertising and/or coloration is applied to the
lids.
[0049] At step 407, the shot-glasses 100 are filled with a specified
amount of alcohol 200
using a machine programmed with fill parameters for controlling the specified
amount. In
some embodiments, a fill and seal machine may measure and dispense the alcohol
200 into
the shot-glasses 100 according to the specified amount. The specified amount
may leave
space from the top of the brim 140. In other embodiments, the shot-glasses 100
may be filled
manually via a syringe.
[0050] At step 408, adhesive is applied to the shot-glass brim.
[0051] At step 409, the lid 120 is placed on the brim 140 and held
securely until the lid
120 has bonded to the shot-glass 100, forming the single-serve shot-glass
system 90. In
some embodiments, a fill and seal machine may apply heat or pressure to bond
the lid 120 to
the shot glass.
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[0052] Once at the factory, the containers may be filled with exactly
one ounce of the
alcohol ordered, typically by a fill and seal machine that automatically
measures the precise
amount of alcohol. This can also be done manually using syringes that are
calibrated to
exactly one ounce but the process is time consuming. In some embodiments, a
sealant/adhesive is placed on the lid 120 as well as on wide top of the
container by a
machine or carefully brushed on in a uniform fashion manually. While the
sealant is still wet,
the plastic lid is placed on top of the container. A strong force holds and
pushes the lid
together until the sealant has dried. In other embodiments, a fill and seal
machine places the
lid 120 that has been previously sprayed with a sealant 130 on the shot glass
100. It uses
.. heat to activate the sealant and seal the lid 120 to the shot glass 100.
[0053] Fig. 11 describes another exemplary process for assembling the
shot-glass
system 90 according to some embodiments. At step 1102, a mold is created for
molding the
shot-glass 100. This mold may be made from aluminum or other solid material
according to
specified requirements. For example, the mold may have a rounded lip for
smooth drinking
.. and the company logo and a recyclable symbol may be engraved in the
container. The mold
may have a flared shaft to provide comfort for users that drink from the shot-
glasses 100
made from the mold.
[0054] At step 1104, shot-glasses 100 are formed using vacuum-forming or
other similar
techniques by which a mold is used to form materials. The shot-glasses 100 may
be formed
.. with a curved brim 140 and flared shaft 150.
[0055] At step 1106, an epoxy resin is added to the shot-glass 100.
[0056] At step 1108, a mold is created for a semi-cylindrical, solid
tube of plastic or foil. A
solid piece of plastic is molded into the shape of a cylinder with a smaller
curved protrusion
running along its length (as in Fig. 12). The curved protrusion will later
form the tab of the lid.
[0057] For example, an aluminum mold specific to the requirements may be
used. A
mold for the lid is created so the plastic cutter will be symmetrical and
uniform. Once the
mold is complete for the containers, the containers are created using vacuum
forming. Large
numbers can be handled quickly and efficiently. Many printing and advertising
techniques are
available to get the desired look and colour and this is all handled by the
packager. HDPE
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and PET offer the packager the ability to add a wide array of colours and
designs. At this
time, an epoxy resin would be added.
[0058] At step 1110, a cutting apparatus is used to slice thin layers
(lids 120) from the
semi-cylindrical, solid tube of plastic. The plastic cutter is used to slice
the required amount
of lids from a thin slice of plastic. The lids are also subject to colour and
advertising. The lids
and containers are sent to a factory that meets Food and Drug Administration
standards
(safety, protocol, sanitation) for the packaging of alcohol.
[0059] At step 1112, a sealant or adhesive is applied to the lid 120. A
sealant or
adhesive 130 can be placed on the lid 120 and/or the curved brim 140 of the
shot-glass 100,
for example. In some embodiments, a machine may apply the adhesive 130. In
other
embodiments, the adhesive may be applied manually.
[0060] At step 1114, advertising and/or coloration is applied to the
lids.
[0061] At step 1116, the shot-glasses 100 are filled with a specified
amount of alcohol
200. In some embodiments, a fill and seal machine may measure and dispense the
alcohol
200 into the shot-glasses 100 according to the specified amount. The specified
amount may
leave space from the top of the brim 140. In other embodiments, the shot-
glasses 100 may
be filled manually via a syringe.
[0062] At step 1118, the lid 120 is placed on the brim 140 and held
securely until the lid
120 has bonded to the shot-glass 100, forming the single-serve shot-glass
system 90. In
some embodiments, a fill and seal machine may apply heat or pressure to bond
the lid 120 to
the shot glass.
[0063] Once at the factory, the containers may be filled with exactly
one ounce of the
alcohol ordered, typically by a fill and seal machine that automatically
measures the precise
amount of alcohol. This can also be done manually using syringes that are
calibrated to
exactly one ounce but the process is time consuming. A sealant/adhesive is
placed on the lid
120 as well as on wide top of the container by a machine or carefully brushed
on in a uniform
fashion manually. While the sealant is still wet, the plastic lid is placed on
top of the
container. A strong force holds and pushes the lid together until the sealant
has dried. In
other embodiments, a fill and seal machine places the lid 120 that has been
previously
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sprayed with a sealant 130 on the shot glass 100. It uses heat to activate the
sealant and
seal the lid 120 to the shot glass 100.
[0064] At step 1102, a mold is created for molding the shot-glass 100
this may also
involve a mold to be created for the lip attachment. A fill and sealing
machine may not be
able to be used if the lip is already included in the mold for the shot glass
100, for example.
Using a shot glass 100 with a lip in a fill and seal machine can cause the
plastic shot glass
100 to be destroyed by the improper balance of force in the machine. The lip
attachment is
formed. The lip attachment is added to the already filled and sealed shot
glass with a
peelable lid. This can be done manually or by a fill and seal machine. The
filled and sealed
shot glasses with peelable lids can be tested to ensure there are no leakages.
Any air
bubbles in the seal 130 between the lid 120 and the shot glass 100 would cause
a leak.
Moreover, if the lid 120 has a small hole in it, this will cause leaks as
well.
[0065] At step 1120, the shot glasses with peelable lids are packaged in
units (ex: 8, 16,
40) and are then ready to be shipped by an alcohol distributor to a licensed
seller.
[0066] Fig. 12 illustrates the solid plastic shape from which lids 120 for
the single-serve
shot-glass system 90 are cut according to some embodiments.
[0067] Embodiments described herein facilitate individual-serving
alcohol consumption.
In the example embodiment, by simply pulling the lid's tab 122, the
adhesive/sealant 130
releases and the lid 120 can easily be ripped off of the shot-glass 100. Once
the lid is
removed, the alcohol 200 can be consumed. If drinking with a group of people,
each person
can bring the shot-glass system 90 together to "cheers" each other, rip off
the lids 120 from
the shot-glasses 100 and then consume the alcohol shot 200. Furthermore, the
present
embodiment can speed up the serving of spirits at bars and restaurants because
no mixing
and pouring would be required. Embodiments may also improve the safety and
quality of
drinking spirits as consumers can be more confident that they are consuming
exactly, for
example, 1.5 ounces of alcohol 200 or as marked on the shot-glass 100.
[0068] With respect to storage and transportation, given the smaller
packaging and self-
contained nature of each shot-glass 100, if an accident were to occur in
transit and a
container were to break, only the affected shot-glasses 100 may be lost rather
than the entire
shipment. Compared with shipping glass containers, shipments of plastic shot-
glass systems
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90 may be less likely to shatter in transit. Additionally, shipping costs may
be lower than the
cost of shipping glass bottles of alcohol due to the lower weight associated
with plastic shot-
glasses systems 90. Storage costs may also be lower due to the uniform size of
the shot-
glasses systems 90.
[0069] With respect to tamper-resistance, given that the shot-glass system
90 is opened
immediately prior to consumption there may be reduced opportunity for
tampering and/or the
addition of unwanted substances than in the case of shot-glasses without
removable lids.
The consumer will easily be able to see if their drink has been tampered with
because the
shot-glass system does not have any holes. If there are any air holes where
the liquid could
get out, the drink has been tampered with. Given the predetermined volume in
each shot-
glass system 90, bartenders and consumers may know the precise alcohol
quantities and
volumes served per shot-glass system 90. This may provide improved safety as
all parties
are provided the information they need to drink responsibly.
[0070] Embodiments may provide commercial efficiency, as the shot-glass
system 90,
reduces the time it takes to serve individual patrons of bars. This is due to
the fact that the
alcohol 200 has already been mixed and poured into the shot-glass 100. With
respect to user
satisfaction, the curved brim 140 provides a smooth drinking experience that
is comparable
to non-disposable cups. With respect to spill-prevention, the curved brim 140
enables the
shot-glass 100 to be tilted and consumed in a manner that contains the alcohol
200 in the
shot-glass 100.
[0071] Accordingly, embodiments described herein comprise a single-
serve, shot-glass
system with three components that all help to create a lightweight,
attractive, and smooth
plastic shot glass. The materials create an enhanced drinking experience
through the use of
a flared shaft and rounded brim at the top of the glass where the lip can be
positioned when
taking the shot. The materials include a container, removable or peel-able lid
and adhesive.
[0072] The container holds the alcohol in an upright position. HDPE
(High-density
polyethylene) plastic may be used because its chemical composition is
resistant to alcohol,
allowing the container to remain sturdy and not wilt or weaken, even while
subjected to
extremely high or low temperatures. The container may provide strength during
shipping and
may be stackable so it takes up less space than other shot glasses. The
container structure
may be designed so it can be dropped into other glasses without breaking or
breaking the
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glass into which it is dropped (e.g. jagerbombs, saki bombs). The container
may be non-toxic
and may not leach or change the flavour of alcohol.
[0073] For added strength, an epoxy coating may be added inside the
container as extra
support and may increase the longevity of the product. This epoxy system also
improves the
temperature range of the product by allowing it to remain sturdy and intact at
temperatures
warmer than -50 degrees Celsius. The coating may be non-toxic and may not
leach or
change the flavour of alcohol.
[0074] The container has a flared shaft and curved brim to enhance the
drinking
experience. The flared shaft and curved brim improve the design of
conventional cups with
peel-off lids (fruit cups, k-cups) by replacing the square, rigid design with
a gradual, rounded
edge. This helps reduce spillage when drinking and provides a more comfortable
and
effortless drinking experience. The container is built specifically for the
purpose of drinking
alcohol. The flared shaft may integrate smoothly with the curved brim for user
comfort when
drinking.
[0075] If the liquid were to be poured into the shot-glass (think of a
server mixing drinks
and pouring this into a rum and coke) then the rounded curve may drip less and
pour out
better, decreasing waste of liquid.
[0076] The peel-able lid ensures that the alcohol does not spill while
also providing a tab
that allows the drinker easily to peel it off the container. It may be created
using a thin strip of
.. HDPE as well or a similar plastic such as PET that allows for more
creativity for printing
colours and advertising. The plastic lid provides better resistance to poking
and sharp objects
than a foil top, for example. It too can be coated to increase the longevity
of the product. The
lid is non-toxic and may not leach or change the flavour of alcohol.
[0077] The adhesive, or sealant, holds the alcohol inside the container
by sealing the lid
.. to the container. The adhesive ensures the longevity of the product while
also not being too
strong to prevent the lid from being able to be peeled off the container. An
epoxy system may
do this by offering a stable adhesive and ripping off when opposing force is
applied (e.g. 12
pounds).
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[0078] Embodiments described herein provide a smooth drinking experience
attributed to
the flared shaft and curved brim, which reduces spillage and makes ordering a
shot or
making a drink much faster and precise. Embodiments described herein may
reduce or
eliminate issues of sanitation, contamination, and inaccurate shot volumes
(such as under or
over-pouring).
[0079] The shipping may be cheaper because the weight is less per ounce
than a glass
bottle and storage may be cheaper because they are a more uniform size. The
alcohol is
unexposed until the point of consumption (if taken as a shot directly) and the
provision of
beverages may be more economical because they can be poured and served faster.
[0080] The following provides an example specification for the single-
serve, shot-glass
system 90. This example specification is for illustrative purposes and not
limiting.
Shot-glass
Approximate height: 64mm
Approximate diameter at top (furthest width): 64mm
Approximate diameter inside top lip: 50mm
Approximate width of top lip: 1-8mm (as required for the adhesive to be able
to
seal the lid on)
Top lip is rounded for easy drinking (see Figure 4)
Width of material for container: 1-5 mm
Approximate diameter at bottom: 32mm
Clear matte finish of container - translucent
Recyclable (with please recycle sign at bottom)
Approximate VOLUME of 60mL
Meets Food and Beverage standards to hold alcohol
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Good strength and resilience (HDPE preferred)
Adhesive
Meets food and beverage standards
Can seal alcoholic materials and be opened with ease
As transparent as possible
VOC free
Lid
Comes in a wide variety of colours
Large tab for easy opening
Can seal alcohol (HDPE preferred)
Transparent and translucent options
logo
[0081] The invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments
but, on the
contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent
arrangements included
within the spirit and scope of the claims. The scope is to be accorded the
broadest
interpretation to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structures.
Other Applications
[0082] The following section describes potential applications that may
be practiced in
regards to some embodiments. There may be other, different, modifications,
etc. of the below
potential applications, and it should be understood that the description is
provided as non-
limiting, illustrative examples only. For example, there may be additions,
omissions,
modifications, and other applications may be considered.
[0083] The single-serve shot-glass system 90 may find useful
applications in large event
venues (e.g. sporting arenas, concerts, rallies, etc.). The peel-off lid 120
and/or the shot-
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glass 100 may serve as advertising platforms upon which companies may place
advertisements.
[0084] The single-serve shot-glass system 90 may have applications in
the field of
medicine or hygiene. For example, the single-serve shot-glass system may be
used to
dispense fluoride rinses in a manner that is easy to consume for users by
reason of the
curved brim 140 and the peel-off lid 120 that prevent spilling. As another
example, doses of
medication either in liquid or pill form may be stored in the single-serve
shot-glass system 90
in order to preserve the medication, protecting it from outside air and
preventing accidental
spilling. As another example, the single-serve shot-glass system 90 may
contain other liquids
such as mouth-wash or contact-lens solution (e.g. for traveling users).
[0085] In other embodiments, the shot-glass 100 may be made of a
flexible plastic that
enables "squeezing" out a more viscous substance from the shot glass 100.
[0086] Although the embodiments have been described in detail, it should
be understood
that various changes, substitutions and alterations can be made herein.
[0087] Moreover, the scope of the present application is not intended to be
limited to the
particular embodiments of the process, machine, manufacture, composition of
matter,
means, methods and steps described in the specification. As one of ordinary
skill in the art
will readily appreciate from the disclosure, processes, machines, manufacture,
compositions
of matter, means, methods, or steps, presently existing or later to be
developed, that perform
substantially the same function or achieve substantially the same result as
the corresponding
embodiments described herein may be utilized. Accordingly, the appended claims
are
intended to include within their scope such processes, machines, manufacture,
compositions
of matter, means, methods, or steps.
[0088] As can be understood, the examples described above and
illustrated are intended
to be exemplary only.
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