What matters when choosing a preform
Light gives beer off-flavours. Brown PET blocks part of the light, which is why beer uses brown preforms.
PET lets in more oxygen than glass. Long shelf life calls for barrier preforms; fast-selling draught beer works with standard ones.
Beer and kvass are carbonated, so the weight is chosen as for soft drinks: the upper end of the range for your size.
Our main colours are clear and blue. Ask about brown preforms when ordering and we will find them in stock or to order.
Recommended preforms
By bottle size. The first item in each group is recommended; the others also work.
Open the selectorCommon questions
Do you have brown preforms?
Ask when ordering: tell us the weight and neck and we will find brown preforms in stock or to order.
Can beer go into a clear bottle?
Yes, if the product sells quickly and is kept out of the light. Taste and shelf life depend on storage.
What is a barrier preform?
A preform with an additive or layer that slows oxygen ingress and carbon dioxide loss. It is needed for long beer shelf life. Ask about availability.
We will match a preform to your product
Send the drink, bottle size and the neck on your line. We will reply with a recommendation, price and lead time.
