In today’s craft beverage industry, cans have officially claimed the crown. Lightweight, durable, recyclable, and favored by retailers and consumers alike, aluminum cans are now the go-to format for packaging everything from flagship IPAs to water and everything in between. For breweries scaling up from taproom sales or mobile canning services, investing in an in-house canning line can be a game-changing step toward growth, quality control, and brand presence. For energy drinks or water, embracing the aluminum trend can play into sustainability and branding opportunities that connect with audiences across North America. At Prospero Equipment Corp., we’ve spent decades helping beverage manufacturers evolve their production and packaging systems. With premium canning and labeling solutions from our trusted partners like GAI and Makro, we support craft producers in building packaging lines that perform today and evolve for tomorrow. Here’s what to consider as you plan y

Ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages are taking the alcoholic beverage industry by storm. From refreshing spiked seltzers to pre-made cocktails, RTDs offer consumers convenience without sacrificing quality or flavor. They’re a perfect choice for any occasion, whether it’s a poolside hangout or a rooftop party. As the demand for these delicious and convenient drinks soars, the need for efficient and reliable equipment to produce them also rises. At Prospero Equipment, we offer state-of-the-art solutions to help you capitalize on the booming RTD market and meet this growing demand. What are RTD Beverages? RTD beverages, also known as pre-mixed cocktails, are alcoholic drinks that come ready to enjoy straight from the can or bottle. Their surge in popularity can be attributed to several factors, including their convenience – grab one and go, no bartending skills required! – variety, with options to suit every taste from fruity and light to spirit-based and complex, and m

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Wine on tap has its fair share of myths. We at Free Flow Wines want to debunk those myths and help wineries, restaurants, hotels, and other venues expand their zero-waste efforts by switching their by-the-glass wine programs from glass bottles to steel kegs.  Myth #1: Only low-quality wine is packaged in a keg & served on tap Quite the contrary! Quality preservation is the primary reason for pouring wines on tap. If a winery wants to sell on-premise, they may choose to keg their wine instead of bottling it. The steel keg will preserve freshness from the first pour to the last. Bottles used for by-the-glass programs can be problematic for a variety of reasons: Wine may be corked Bottles opened for too long will oxidize the wine Bottles are often not stored properly and can spoil the wine Glass bottles can expose the wine to sunlight or heat Staff may not be able to assess an opened bottle’s quality All these factors impact the consumer and their impression of that glass a