Whether for enhanced branding opportunities, to protect the authenticity of a brand or to prevent counterfeiting, smart labels are increasing in usage across the beverage market.
IBM Blockchain Technology traces coffee back to its origin
January 14, 2021
1850 Coffee has partnered with Farmer Connect and IBM Blockchain Technology to allow coffee drinkers to trace their coffee back to its origin through a QR code located on select bags of its coffee.
Johnnie Walker releases limited-edition Scotch whiskies with AR technology
February 12, 2020
In honor of the TV show “Game of Thrones,” Johnnie Walker released new, limited-edition Scotch whiskies in partnership with HBO Licensing & Retail: A Song of Ice and A Song of Fire.
Although much attention is given to primary packaging materials, suppliers in the labeling market are seeing the growing influence sustainability has on operations and are seeking to be proactive participants to the solution.
LTO bottle features NFC technology in the cap, QR code on the bottle neck
July 10, 2019
Consumers who scan the QR code or tap the NFC tag are directed via a quick-link URL to an interactive mobile game where consumers can play for a chance to win Malibu branded swag while gaining exclusive access to cocktail recipes and more, the company says.
In The Walt Disney Co.’s 2003 feature film “Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl,” lawless groups of sailors often remind each other to “keep to the code,” referring to the set of societal guidelines handed down by their pirate forefathers.