8 Mar

2023 Drinks Trends

We’re well into 2023 now, and the entire Verallia team has spent the beginning of the year discussing the upcoming drinks trends and what will fill the shoes of the Negroni Sbagliato boom of 2022.  

From a rum renaissance to luxury packaging taking the market by storm, 2023 is set to be a showstopper year in the drinks industry. Keep scrolling to find out what our experts’ predictions are for three trends in the year ahead… 

The Return of Rum

Rum has been edging on being the next showstopper drink on the market for a while now, and its time has finally come. Rum sales in the UK have reached an astronomical £1 billion a year, surpassing whiskey and now holding 11.3% of the spirits category. The rise in popularity of rum has come hand-in-hand with the premiumisation of the spirit and a huge rise in the popularity of spiced rums.  

No longer tied down to the spirit and mixer category (we’re looking at you, rum and coke fans), rum is now increasingly being drunk neat or over ice. Rum is also now making strong, regular appearances on menus at prestigious cocktail bars across the UK, some of our personal favourites are a Por Mi Amante or a class Mai Thai.  

Next Up; NOLO

The drink of the health conscious, no and low alcohol (NOLO) drinks began gaining a rapid increase in popularity in 2022, and there are no signs of that slowing. The rise of the NOLO market has been led by careful consideration of the taste of the drinks. Brands offering NOLO alternatives have taken the time to create drinks that almost perfectly resemble consumers’ favourite tipples. But the taste revolution doesn’t end there, NOLO drinks are leading the way with some of the most out-the-box flavours going, enticing consumers into trying something new.  

Not to mention, with alcohol containing 57 calories per unit, those on a health kick are increasingly turning to NOLO drinks as an alternative when visiting their local.  

Lapping up Luxury

With the cost-of-living crisis leaving consumers looking to spend less on alcohol, you may think that luxury brands will suffer. But the opposite is true. It is predicted that 2023 will be the year of quality over quantity and that, due to consumers going out or buying their favourite bottle of gin less often, consumers will be looking out for those luxury experiences when they do indulge.  

Nothing builds luxury around your tipple of choice quite like glass packaging. Whether it’s a premium standard bottle decorated to perfection, or a bespoke bottle that flawlessly emulates your brand, premiumisation within the drinks market is largely built around packaging. Gift boxes bring full experiences to the buyer, whilst perfectly crafted glass presents a sophisticated edge.  

Indulge in Glass

In each and every trend prediction we have for the 2023 drinks market, one thing is clear, and that is that the love for stunningly crafted glass to package your product is more prevalent than ever. The design, shape and decoration is the difference needed to ensure your bottle stands out on the shelves.  

At Verallia, we work alongside brands to develop distinctive designs that reflect your message and give a competitive edge in the market, elevating your brand with prestigious, striking glass.  

 If you are looking to breathe life into your brand, get in contact with a member of the team.  

Boldly powered by women, beautifully made for the future.

Nordic distillers @Feddie_Ocean_Distillery are breaking boundaries as a fully women-led whisky. To showcase their high-quality spirit, we set out to craft a bottle that embodied elegance, heritage, and sustainability, with no compromise on luxury.

In collaboration with the talented team at @wearecontagiouswe created a bespoke glass bottle that balances elegance with a premium, contemporary feel.

The tall, slender silhouette is elevated by thoughtful details: 521 embossed lines representing each resident of Fedje, the Nordic Island where the distillery was born, and 750 dots, each symbolising an investor who supported the distillery at the time of production.

We worked to sustainably craft this glass packaging to align with the brand’s ethos. The bottle’s weight was reduced from a traditional 700g to just 450g,️ as well as being crafted from 58% post-consumer recycled glass! ♻️

The result is a beautifully crafted bottle that balances premium design with environmental responsibility. One that resonated instantly with consumers, selling out in its first week.

#Sustainable #LuxuryPackaging #GlassBottle #SpiritSector #Lightweight
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With Season 4 of Clarkson’s Farm launching, Verallia is proud to have partnered with @DiddlySquat.FarmShop to craft the stunning glass packaging for their handcrafted London Dry Gin.

The gin is beautifully housed in our ‘Titus’ bottle from the Selective Line, a sleek, refined silhouette that offers both premium aesthetics and outstanding functionality with every pour.
An exceptional project delivered by our talented team!

Here’s to Season 4 📺

#DiddlySquat #ClarksonsFarm #GlassBottle #LuxuryPackaging #Gin
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A celebration of true Yorkshire heritage, @EllersFarmDistillery produces high-quality spirits in a range of flavours to suit every palate.

After repurposing wasted apples through cider distillation, the founders have always been passionate about sustainability. Their love for distilling grew, and they ventured into vodka distillation before quickly expanding into gin and whisky.

Aligning with their sustainability ethos and B Corp status, Ellers Farm chose ‘Terra’ from our ECOVA range for their Y Gin.

The perfect fit for brands on their sustainability journey, our ECOVA collection is an innovative approach to glass packaging. It allows style and sustainability to be accessible and customised.

Elevated with impactful decoration, Ellers Farm Distillery have established their product as sustainable, yet luxurious.

#ECOVA #Luxury #Spirits #SpiritSector #SpiritIndustry #GlassPackaging #Sustainability
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Happy International Whisky Day! 🥃

A day to celebrate the craft of distilling one of the world’s most beloved spirits. Whisky has truly carved a place for itself as a staple in the spirit sector. The base of iconic cocktails, a strong contender when drank alone, this spirit is one of the greats.

With a strong Yorkshire heritage @WhittakersDistillery creates high-quality, artisanal whisky, bottling the abundant landscape found in the region. They’ve created the first ever single malt produced in the Yorkshire Dales.

For their unique, quality spirit, they partnered with us to deliver their high-end glass packaging. A classic shape, beautifully showcasing their unique whisky. The bottle features the emblem, ‘W’ embossed on the neck, as well as ‘Whittaker’ embossed around the base of the bottle.

Celebrating an exquisite spirit, and a Yorkshire icon, cheers to International Whisky Day! 🥃

#Whisky #InternationalWhiskyDay #Yorkshire #WestYorkshire #WhiskyDistillers #GlassBottle
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Pioneers in the spirit sector, @BurntFaith is the UK’s first brandy house. Inspired by passion shown in the Cognac region of France, they sought to unlock the real potential of brandy.

Housed in their bespoke bottle, their latest collaboration with the @EastLondonLiquor Company and @TheOrchardProject not only looks great, but is for a great cause.

In the spirit of keeping the legacy alive, Burnt Faith will be donating all the proceeds from this brandy to @TheOrchardProject, dedicated to restoring community orchards.

#Brandy #BurntFaith #Spirit #SpiritSector #PremiumPackaging #GlassPackaging
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Making Aberdeenshire history, @EskerSpirits is the first craft distillery in the region.

They are specialists in enhancing classic spirits with fruit flavours, perfect for cocktails and pairing beautifully with mixers. To give their spirits a unique edge, they infuse silver birch sap to deliver a distinctive, silky texture.

Esker Spirits partnered with Verallia for their standout packaging, choosing a supplier who shares their passion for sustainability. Their spirit is showcased in our ‘Patet’ bottle from our ECOVA range, and finished with a frosted spray and white ‘ESKER’ print they have made the bottle their own.

Tall, slender, and sustainable, the Patet is a truly elegant glass bottle. Composed of over 50% cullet and weighing just 500g, the Patet reflects commitment to sustainability.

An excellent choice for an opulent spirit!

#SpiritSector #PremiumPackaging #GlassPackaging #GlassBottle #Glass #Sustainability
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‘Passionate about glass. Inspired by you.'

On International Women’s Day, we recognise the innovation, determination, and passion our female employees bring to our team.

Verallia aims to have 35% of women in managerial positions by the end of 2025. We are proud of our commitment to becoming a reference employer for women and have taken action to set objectives for greater gender parity in our organisation.

“Verallia launched their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Charter in late 2024 which details their commitment to DE&I which includes becoming a reference employer for women, offering equal opportunities and fighting against all forms of discrimination all of which are integral to accelerating gender equality. As we move forward in this journey, we seek to share knowledge and learning opportunities at all levels of the organisation in order to ensure that inclusion is considered not just in the workplace, but in society as a whole.”
-Emma Griffiths, Occupational Health & Well-Being Partner, Verallia UK

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025! 🙌

#IWD #InternationalWomen’sDay2025 #InternationalWomen’sDay #Diversity’
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Boldly powered by women, beautifully made for the future.

Nordic distillers @Feddie_Ocean_Distillery are breaking boundaries as a fully women-led whisky. To showcase their high-quality spirit, we set out to craft a bottle that embodied elegance, heritage, and sustainability, with no compromise on luxury.

In collaboration with the talented team at @wearecontagiouswe created a bespoke glass bottle that balances elegance with a premium, contemporary feel.

The tall, slender silhouette is elevated by thoughtful details: 521 embossed lines representing each resident of Fedje, the Nordic Island where the distillery was born, and 750 dots, each symbolising an investor who supported the distillery at the time of production.

We worked to sustainably craft this glass packaging to align with the brand’s ethos. The bottle’s weight was reduced from a traditional 700g to just 450g,️ as well as being crafted from 58% post-consumer recycled glass! ♻️

The result is a beautifully crafted bottle that balances premium design with environmental responsibility. One that resonated instantly with consumers, selling out in its first week.

#Sustainable #LuxuryPackaging #GlassBottle #SpiritSector #Lightweight
...

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With Season 4 of Clarkson’s Farm launching, Verallia is proud to have partnered with @DiddlySquat.FarmShop to craft the stunning glass packaging for their handcrafted London Dry Gin.

The gin is beautifully housed in our ‘Titus’ bottle from the Selective Line, a sleek, refined silhouette that offers both premium aesthetics and outstanding functionality with every pour.
An exceptional project delivered by our talented team!

Here’s to Season 4 📺

#DiddlySquat #ClarksonsFarm #GlassBottle #LuxuryPackaging #Gin
...

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A celebration of true Yorkshire heritage, @EllersFarmDistillery produces high-quality spirits in a range of flavours to suit every palate.

After repurposing wasted apples through cider distillation, the founders have always been passionate about sustainability. Their love for distilling grew, and they ventured into vodka distillation before quickly expanding into gin and whisky.

Aligning with their sustainability ethos and B Corp status, Ellers Farm chose ‘Terra’ from our ECOVA range for their Y Gin.

The perfect fit for brands on their sustainability journey, our ECOVA collection is an innovative approach to glass packaging. It allows style and sustainability to be accessible and customised.

Elevated with impactful decoration, Ellers Farm Distillery have established their product as sustainable, yet luxurious.

#ECOVA #Luxury #Spirits #SpiritSector #SpiritIndustry #GlassPackaging #Sustainability
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Happy International Whisky Day! 🥃

A day to celebrate the craft of distilling one of the world’s most beloved spirits. Whisky has truly carved a place for itself as a staple in the spirit sector. The base of iconic cocktails, a strong contender when drank alone, this spirit is one of the greats.

With a strong Yorkshire heritage @WhittakersDistillery creates high-quality, artisanal whisky, bottling the abundant landscape found in the region. They’ve created the first ever single malt produced in the Yorkshire Dales.

For their unique, quality spirit, they partnered with us to deliver their high-end glass packaging. A classic shape, beautifully showcasing their unique whisky. The bottle features the emblem, ‘W’ embossed on the neck, as well as ‘Whittaker’ embossed around the base of the bottle.

Celebrating an exquisite spirit, and a Yorkshire icon, cheers to International Whisky Day! 🥃

#Whisky #InternationalWhiskyDay #Yorkshire #WestYorkshire #WhiskyDistillers #GlassBottle
...

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Pioneers in the spirit sector, @BurntFaith is the UK’s first brandy house. Inspired by passion shown in the Cognac region of France, they sought to unlock the real potential of brandy.

Housed in their bespoke bottle, their latest collaboration with the @EastLondonLiquor Company and @TheOrchardProject not only looks great, but is for a great cause.

In the spirit of keeping the legacy alive, Burnt Faith will be donating all the proceeds from this brandy to @TheOrchardProject, dedicated to restoring community orchards.

#Brandy #BurntFaith #Spirit #SpiritSector #PremiumPackaging #GlassPackaging
...

8 1

Making Aberdeenshire history, @EskerSpirits is the first craft distillery in the region.

They are specialists in enhancing classic spirits with fruit flavours, perfect for cocktails and pairing beautifully with mixers. To give their spirits a unique edge, they infuse silver birch sap to deliver a distinctive, silky texture.

Esker Spirits partnered with Verallia for their standout packaging, choosing a supplier who shares their passion for sustainability. Their spirit is showcased in our ‘Patet’ bottle from our ECOVA range, and finished with a frosted spray and white ‘ESKER’ print they have made the bottle their own.

Tall, slender, and sustainable, the Patet is a truly elegant glass bottle. Composed of over 50% cullet and weighing just 500g, the Patet reflects commitment to sustainability.

An excellent choice for an opulent spirit!

#SpiritSector #PremiumPackaging #GlassPackaging #GlassBottle #Glass #Sustainability
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‘Passionate about glass. Inspired by you.'

On International Women’s Day, we recognise the innovation, determination, and passion our female employees bring to our team.

Verallia aims to have 35% of women in managerial positions by the end of 2025. We are proud of our commitment to becoming a reference employer for women and have taken action to set objectives for greater gender parity in our organisation.

“Verallia launched their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Charter in late 2024 which details their commitment to DE&I which includes becoming a reference employer for women, offering equal opportunities and fighting against all forms of discrimination all of which are integral to accelerating gender equality. As we move forward in this journey, we seek to share knowledge and learning opportunities at all levels of the organisation in order to ensure that inclusion is considered not just in the workplace, but in society as a whole.”
-Emma Griffiths, Occupational Health & Well-Being Partner, Verallia UK

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025! 🙌

#IWD #InternationalWomen’sDay2025 #InternationalWomen’sDay #Diversity’
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