Etymology:
– First attested in 14th century
– Derives from an Old French word “boteille”
– From vulgar Latin “butticula”
– From late Latin “buttis” (cask)
– A latinisation of the Greek βοῦττις (bouttis) (vessel)
Types:
– Glass bottle: Important for long-term aging of wine
– Bordeaux: Common straight-sided bottle
– Burgundy: Tapered sides, no shoulder
– Champagne: Wide base for sparkling wine
– Codd-neck: Designed for carbonated drinks with marble seal
Glass:
– Allowed long-term wine storage
– Prevented fraud and adulteration
– Different shapes like Bordeaux and Burgundy
– Codd-neck bottle designed for carbonated drinks
– Became popular in Europe and Australasia
Plastic:
– Used for liquids like water, soft drinks, and medicine
– Resistant to breakage and lightweight
– Sizes range from small sample bottles to large carboys
– Low cost of production
– Disadvantages include plastic pollution
Aluminium:
– Holds beer, soft drinks, or wine
– Also known as a bottlecan in some countries
– Made of aluminum
– Commonly used for beverages
– Lightweight and recyclable
Hot water:
– Filled with hot water for warmth
– Made from materials like rubber, metal, and glass
– Historically made from earthenware or wood
– Hot water bottles are often recycled
– Used to provide warmth and comfort
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A bottle is a narrow-necked container made of an impermeable material (such as glass, plastic or aluminium) in various shapes and sizes that stores and transports liquids. Its mouth, at the bottling line, can be sealed with an internal stopper, an external bottle cap, a closure, or induction sealing.
