The perfect combination of material and craftsmanship; these caps are made from the purest tin. The finish is perfect and the design is sophisticated.
It is a crown for your product.
- Sophisticated look
- Perfect application
- Unparalleled features
- Many special sizes
- open-top
Exact processing
The flexible material makes many different ways of processing possible. We make our own tools, which makes it possible for us to implement your individual ideas, whether they be tear-off perforations for bottles with special tops, embossed reliefs on the top or special sizes. Trust in the experience which BT-Watzke has collected over more than one hundred years.
A tin capsule is the most exclusive form of bottle capsule and the ultimate quality signal for premium wines and premium spirits:
- Material – made from pure tin, one of the softest and noblest metals
- Manufacturing – seamless, drawn from a single piece, no seams, no transitions
- Spinning result – fits seamlessly and smoothly around the bottle neck
- Appearance & feel – solid, heavy - immediately noticeable quality
- Customization – individual base colors, top embossing, tear-off for easy opening
Areas of application: Premium and luxury wines, high-quality whiskeys, cognacs, gins, and other fine spirits.
The tin capsule is more than just protection – it is a brand statement and a promise of quality all in one. Consumers feel the difference before they open the bottle.
Premium wineries primarily opt for tin capsules because they emphasize the tactile and visual prestige of a top wine and embody a perfection that is hardly achievable with other materials.
For high-quality spirits, the tin capsule is the strongest visual and tactile quality signal.
The tin capsule conveys exclusivity before the consumer opens the bottle.
• Minimum order quantity: 1,000 pieces per version
For small wineries, first editions, or special bottlings (e.g., anniversary, edition, private label), please feel free to contact us directly – together we will find the best solution for you.
Tin capsules are not product-dependent, but rather dependent on shape and positioning – the bottle shape and the brand positioning of the product are crucial:
- Bottle shape – tin capsules are available for all common bottle mouths and necks, the flexibility of the material is the perfect choice for a variety of bottle shapes
- Positioning – the tin capsule is the choice for premium and luxury products, regardless of the content
- Typical applications – wine, whiskey, cognac, gin, grappa, fine spirits, olive oil, vinegar and other high-quality bottled products such as sparkling wine
Tin capsules are mechanically shaped onto the bottle necks by rotating rolling heads, with the extremely soft metal merging seamlessly under pressure with the contours of the glass and cork:
1. Loading – Capsules are placed in sticks into the bottling line.
2. Separation – automatic separation and delivery to the bottle
3. Placing – Capsule is precisely placed on the bottle neck
4. Spinning on – The rolling head shapes the capsule precisely and cleanly onto the bottle
The choice depends on the bottle shape as well as positioning, budget, and desired brand appearance:
Tin capsule: soft, heavy material / wrinkle-free rolling result, smooth / premium and luxury segment
Aluminum capsule: light, stiffer material / very good rolling result, less smooth / mid to premium segment
The most common processing errors can be attributed to three causes:
- Incorrect capsule size – capsule does not fit the bottle mouth or neck, resulting in wrinkles or incomplete rolling → always match capsule specification with bottle geometry
- Incorrect settings of spinning machine – incorrect rolling pressure or speed leads to poor fit, cracks or deformations → regularly check and adjust machine settings according to capsule type
- Worn or defective rolling machine – worn rubber rings, rollers or bearings significantly impair the rolling result → regular maintenance and replacement of wear parts is essential
Yes – for small bottling quantities, manual processing with a capping machine is easily possible:
- Tabletop spinning machine – compact, cost-effective solution for manual capsule processing
- One bottle at a time – manually place the capsule and securely fix it with the applicator
- No large investment – ideal for small businesses, direct marketers, and distilleries with seasonal demand
Processing without a machine ("by hand") is not possible.
No – with proper processing, tin capsules do not affect the taste of the bottle's contents.
- No contact with the bottle's contents – the tin capsule seals the bottle neck from the outside and does not directly touch the contents (wine or spirit).
- All materials and coatings meet the food safety requirements according to EN ISO 22000:2018
The use of certified products and adherence to the recommended storage and processing guidelines is recommended.
Yes – tin capsules are recyclable. The base material tin is a valuable raw material that can be fed into the recycling loop:
- Recyclable – Tin is a high-quality raw material
- Country-specific – the actual recycling possibilities depend on local material collection systems and recycling infrastructures
- Recommendation – observe local disposal regulations and material possibilities in the respective country
Correct storage ensures flawless processing quality and appearance until bottling:
- Temperature: 10–35 °C – Avoid frost and direct heat sources
- Storage: Dry, closed & dust-free – Keep original packaging closed until processing
- Humidity: 30–80% relative humidity – Exclude condensation and oxidation
- Shelf life: 1 year from delivery date if storage conditions are maintained