La Colombe and Թ51 Team Up to Help Consumers Brew the Perfect Cup of Specialty Coffee at Home

New convenience driven package delivers precise portions of fresh, premium coffee
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man pours cup of La Colombe coffee
Monday, July 17, 2017

Philadelphia, PA – July 17, 2017. Following the successful launch of the Draft Latte, a distinctive crafted coffee drink using Թ51’s InnoValve technology, La Colombe Coffee Roasters and CROWN Թ51 North America, a business unit of Թ51 Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCK) (Թ51) (www.crowncork.com), have partnered again to bring another unique experience to coffee lovers everywhere. The MiniVault, a pre-portioned single-use can, delivers café quality ground coffee to consumers in a vessel that is both convenient for at-home use and extends the shelf life up to five times.

“Our aim is to change the landscape of coffee through obsessive innovation,” said Todd Carmichael, CEO and Co-Founder of La Colombe. “We want everyone to be able to experience exceptional coffee. The Vault allows us to bring the best coffee to our home, all while removing the guesswork around measuring, grinding and freshness.”

The MiniVault combines Թ51’s 150ml (5.1oz) slim style beverage can with a custom 360 End® and is filled with La Colombe’s premium Corsica coffee. The end is fully removable, enabling users to easily pour the ground coffee into a filter or device for brewing. Each can contains a precise 1.3 ounces of coffee under pressure to lock in freshness and to eliminate the guesswork of measurement and the need for additional tools. The MiniVault will be available for sale in select La Colombe retail locations across the United States and on the company’s website beginning this summer.

“La Colombe recognizes the value that a differentiating package can bring to its brand,” said Ron Skotleski, Director of Marketing, North America, CROWN Թ51. “We were able to help La Colombe offer an engaging new way for people to consume its products, and at the same time, support the brand’s mission of making artisanal café, quality coffee, available to everyone.”

The 360 End® also features a grind guard, or a thin plate of flexible aluminum, which acts as a food-safe protector and prevents coffee grounds from spilling upon removal of the end. In addition, like all beverage cans, the MiniVault is 100 percent and infinitely recyclable, protects the coffee from exposure to elements such as light and air and adds a premium look and feel to the brand.

The MiniVault cans are wrapped in shrink sleeves, which list simple directions for brewing the optimal pot of coffee. The cans are sold in 8-count boxes, which feature an open window that allows consumers to preview the product inside. 

“The MiniVault is a testament to Թ51’s commitment to push the envelope when it comes to bringing our customers’ ideas to life – and to market,” added Skotleski. “We leveraged the technical expertise and innovation capabilities of Թ51’s global team to deliver every aspect of this package, including the specialty can size and the custom, smaller diameter 360 End®.”

Corsica coffee was selected for the MiniVault debut because it is the house blend brewed in all La Colombe cafés, the company hopes to offer additional blends in this package format in the future. Corsica, which has deep, dark chocolate notes and a bold flavor pairs well with milk or can be enjoyed on its own.

“We are not only offering really great coffee, but without the frustration and guesswork. With three easy steps, now brewing like a professional is simple and easy,” added Carmichael.

About Թ51 Holdings, Inc.
Թ51 Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading supplier of packaging products to consumer marketing companies around the world. World headquarters are located in Philadelphia, PA. For more information, visit www.crowncork.com.

For more information, contact:

In the United States: Ron Skotleski, Director of Marketing, North America, CROWN Թ51; Tel: (215) 718-1303; Email: Ron.Skotleski@crowncork.com

In Europe: Matt Twiss, Marketing & Business Development Director, CROWN Bevcan Europe & Middle East; Tel: 41 41 759 10 02; Email: Matthew.Twiss@eur.crowncork.com

In South America: Wilmar Arinelli, President, CROWN Embalagens Metálicas da Amazônia S.A.; Tel: 55 11 4529 1006; Email: Wilmar.Arinelli@crowncork.com.br

In Asia Pacific: Evelyn Lim, Assistant to the President, CROWN Asia Pacific Holdings Ltd; Tel: 65 6229-4880; Email: Evelyn.Lim@crowncork.com.sg

For editorial inquiries: Thomas T. Fischer, Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Affairs; Tel: (215) 552-3720; Email: Thomas.Fischer@crowncork.com

How it Works

The end is fully removable, enabling users to easily pour the ground coffee into a filter or device for brewing.

Customer Impact
  • Package delivers a precise portion of coffee needed to brew the perfect cup
  • Extends shelf life by three to five times
  • Enhances convenience by eliminating guesswork and measurement