In terms of popularity, beer ranks first in the world among alcoholic beverages. Every year it is produced in huge quantities by beer corporations all over the planet. A can of beer is a container with a hoppy foamy drink. But such containers are also used for storing low-alcohol and non-alcoholic liquids. The most common volumes of aluminum containers in the CIS countries:
- 330ml;
- 500ml;
- pint - 568 ml (more popular in Europe).
The record holder for the production of various cans of beer is Japan. Here you can find 160 types of containers of the same size. In addition, Japan surprises with a drink of the most unusual varieties: blue, green beer. By Valentine's Day, chocolate beer is produced in limited quantities in the country. European brands surprise both with the smallest (150 ml) and quite heavy liter cans of beer.
History
The date of the invention of metal beer containers is January 24, 1935. It was a lighter and stronger alternative to glass bottles. In addition, more beer was placed on aluminum cans.advertising. The first containers had a cylindrical shape. Three pieces of iron were required to make them. A special key was included with the container, with which it was necessary to uncork the container. The first can of beer was very heavy compared to today's counterpart. She weighed 992 g (35 oz). Now the weight of the jar is 15-20 g.
A can of beer with a neck
A little later, the container in the form of a cylinder has a competitor. A tin can with a neck was much more convenient than its counterpart and immediately gained popularity. Such banks were nicknamed Cone top. Due to the cone-shaped top, the container was very similar to a classic beer bottle. From above, it was closed with a cork, which was undoubtedly more convenient than opening the container with a knife.
Customers appreciated the convenience of the neck, but they did not like the taste of the metal that appeared in the drink. The solution was found quickly: the inside of the banks began to be covered with a special varnish, which was originally invented for the needs of electricity. In the photo of a can of beer with a neck, you can see what an unusual shape it has.
Unfortunately, the popularity of this form of release of the intoxicating drink was fleeting. World War II dictated its own rules. A lot of metal went into the production of weapons, so they tried to reduce its use in all other industries.
When the war came to an end, the production of containers with a neck could not reach a new round. The last batch of legendary cans was released in 1960. The problem arose with the transportation of cans with a neck. Because of histhey took up much more space than cylindrical containers. Gradually, designers came to the most optimal form of a truncated cylinder, which is also a more economical option.
Legendary ring
In 1963, a truncated cylinder jar is fitted with a valve. The first ring was completely torn off the container, which was not very convenient. In addition, beer lovers threw valves everywhere, polluting the environment.
The first eyelet that remained on the bank was invented in 1975 by Ermal Freyz. It has acquired the name stay-on tab.
Jar-glass
Not so long ago, the Crown company offered to the court of intoxicating drink lovers a container model that, when opened, turns almost into a glass. This form of jar did not meet the expectations of manufacturers, so it had to be abandoned.
Two holes
Brand MilllerCoors in 2012 offered customers a new design of cans with two holes. The container was called Punch Top Can. This container can be easily opened with anything.
The first can of beer in the USSR
The first brand of intoxicating drink, which was produced in metal cans in the USSR, was the "Golden Ring". The issue was timed to coincide with the XXII Summer Olympic Games. This event happened in 1980.
Production
Capacities are made of double-rolled steel. Manufacturers strive to make containers as light and thin as possible. The record holder in this case was the Japanese. The Kirin company has created an ultra-light container, the volume of which is 350ml, and the weight is 14 g.
Interesting facts
Another interesting thing about beer cans.
- Some manufacturers invent interesting "chips" to increase profits. So, for example, the Boddingtons Pub Ale brand puts special capsules in the jar to increase the amount of foam when pouring into a glass.
- Churchkey has released a drink in a regular can and added a can opener to it. The promotional video gives detailed instructions on how to use it.
- The scandal occurred when the American producers of New England Brewing released a batch of foamy drink with the image of Mahatma Gandhi. On a can of Gandhi-Bot pale ale was a signature saying that the alcoholic drink promotes self-purification, the search for truth and love. After the trial, the Americans had to apologize to the people of India.
- Plinking enthusiasts love to use beer cans in their arsenal.
- Greek Nikos Floros made an outfit in the style of surreal pop art from a container.
- In Australia (the city of Darwin), an unusual regatta takes place every year. Its participants build swimming facilities from aluminum tanks. The most interesting exhibits are a functioning submarine and a galley, the size of which reaches 13 meters.
- Beer cans are used for everything. American Bob Bishob became famous all over the world for making a real plane out of empty cans. He is able to cover a fairly decent distance. It took to make it11,000 thousand copies.
- Mike Reynolds (America) constructs real buildings from beer containers. For construction, blocks of 8 cans are used. They are held together with cement. Beer cans are cheap to build and buildings are strong. For Americans, who have most of the houses in the country built of wood, this method does not seem surprising.
In aluminum cans, the foamy drink suffers from sunlight and oxygen. The best beer is draft. It is stored in kegs. Beer cans are just a greatly reduced copy of such containers. More than 3600 liters of intoxicating drink can be stored in the largest beer tank on the planet. The container has the following dimensions:
- height - 5 m;
- diameter - 2 m;
- weight - 400 kg.
If you have a friend or loved one who is a passionate beer lover, then you can surprise him by presenting a drink instead of a traditional cake for his birthday, but in the form of a birthday cake from cans of beer. He will definitely appreciate your efforts. It is not difficult to make such a gift with your own hands.
