Coca cola old and new bottle

A classic topic!

Here are some interesting facts about the evolution of the Coca-Cola bottle design over the years:

Old Bottle (1915-1923)

The original Coca-Cola bottle was designed by pharmacist John Pemberton in 1886. The bottle was a distinctive contour shape with a narrow neck and a rounded body. This design was used until 1923.

New Bottle (1923-1940)

In 1923, the Coca-Cola Company introduced a new bottle design, which became known as the "Halsey Taylor" bottle. This design featured a more rounded body and a wider neck. The bottle was designed by Halsey Taylor, a glass manufacturer who worked with Coca-Cola to create a more modern and streamlined design.

Contour Bottle (1940-1982)

In 1940, Coca-Cola introduced the iconic contour bottle design, which has remained largely unchanged to this day. The contour bottle features a distinctive shape with a narrow neck, a rounded body, and a flat bottom. This design was created by Earl R. Dean, a glass designer who worked for the Root Glass Company.

New Contour Bottle (1982-Present)

In 1982, Coca-Cola introduced a new contour bottle design, which featured a slightly modified shape with a more rounded body and a narrower neck. This design has remained the standard for Coca-Cola bottles to this day.

Special Edition Bottles

Over the years, Coca-Cola has released many special edition bottles, often featuring unique designs, colors, and shapes. Some examples include:

• The "Vintage" bottle, which was released in 2005 to celebrate the company's 125th anniversary.
• The "Heritage" bottle, which was released in 2011 to commemorate the company's 132nd anniversary.
• The "Share a Coke" bottle, which was released in 2011 and featured popular names on the label.
• The "Coca-Cola 1940s" bottle, which was released in 2015 to celebrate the company's 125th anniversary.

These are just a few examples of the many special edition bottles that Coca-Cola has released over the years.