ES2959227T3 - Beverage container and lid for said container - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a beverage container comprising a container body (20) having a wall extending between a bottom and a wide mouth opening and a plug for closing said opening, the inner wall of the container body comprising first fastening means (26) by means of which the cap can be releasably fixed to the body of the container, the cap comprising second fastening means (36) that engage with the first fastening means, a first lid (32) and a second lid (34) so that, when the cap is secured to the body of the container, a first volume is defined in the body of the container between the bottom of the body of the container and the first lid and a second volume is defined in the body of the container between the first lid and the second lid. The invention further relates to a container body and a cap for use in said container. (Automatic translation with Google Translate, without legal value)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Beverage container and lid for said container

[0001]The present invention relates to a beverage container, and more specifically refers to a beverage container that is especially suitable for containing, storing and serving carbonated or foaming beverages, but is also suitable for its use with other types of drinks. The present invention also relates to closures for use in said containers.

Background

[0002]Many different types of containers are used for the storage and subsequent service of beverages. The most popular containers today are cans, plastic bottles and glass bottles. A problem associated with this type of containers is that they are not very comfortable for a consumer who wants to drink directly from the container.

[0003]For this reason, it is common practice in bars, clubs and restaurants to empty, for example, a glass bottle into a drink glass. In this way, the drink is ultimately served in a container other than the container in which it was stored and transported.

[0004]When glass bottles are used, they are filled at a bottling plant and transported to bars and restaurants. After use, the glass bottles are returned to the bottling plant, where they are cleaned and reused. Typically, glass bottles can be used about 25 times before being removed. During their life cycle, glass bottles add weight to be transported, both when they are full and transported out of the bottling plant, and when they are empty and returned to the bottling plant. This added weight is costly and also leads to increased greenhouse gas production.

[0005]A solution to this problem has been proposed in, for example, US 2010/0133285. A problem related to the design proposed in US 2010/0133285 is that the hygiene of the rim of the container cannot be guaranteed. A consumer would put their lips on the edge of the container, which cannot be guaranteed to be free of contamination.

[0006]Another solution is proposed in US 5,207,341. In the design of US 5,207,341, a closure cap extends over the edge of the container body. GB 2417240 discloses a beverage container according to the attached claim 1 and a closure assembly, wherein the neck of the container comprises a first screw thread on an internal surface thereof and the closure comprises a cylindrical cap. for insertion into the neck of the container, said cap having a second screw thread on an external surface thereof to engage with the first screw thread to secure and re-secure the closure to the neck. The closure cap may be provided with a bottom to define a chamber or compartment, which may be filled with a dehydrated beverage ingredient or snack. However, a problem associated with these designs is due to the threads provided on the wall of the container near the opening: these threads are unpleasant for a consumer to drink.

[0007]Another solution is proposed in US 2008/0257849. A problem associated with this design is that the design of the container lid is quite complicated and therefore quite expensive. Another problem associated with this design is that mixed drinks could not be served in such a container. If a carbonated drink is used, the entire volume of the container will be practically occupied by the carbonated drink. There is no space available to add liquor (e.g. vodka, rum, whiskey, etc.) and/or ice cubes once the container is opened.

[0008]It is the object of the present invention to provide a container that solves, at least partially, one or more of the mentioned problems.

Summary of the invention

[0009]In a first aspect, the invention provides a beverage container according to claim 1. Various embodiments are set forth in the dependent claims. The beverage container according to the invention comprises a container body and a cap for closing the opening of the container body. The container body has a wall that extends between a bottom and a wide-mouth opening, the inner wall of the container body comprises first threads by means of which the cap can be be releasably secured to the container body. The cap comprises a first cap, and a second cap connected to the first cap through a central shaft and/or a cylindrical wall, and second threads to engage the first threads. When the cap is attached to the container body, a first volume is defined in the container body between the bottom of the container body and the first lid, and a second volume is defined in the container body between the first lid and the second lid. . The first volume is slightly greater than a predefined amount of a beverage to be stored in the beverage container and wherein said predefined amount of beverage is 200 ml, 250 ml, 330 ml, 350 ml or 500 ml. The ratio between said first volume and said second volume is between about 0.8 and about 3.15. The first cover comprises an annular skirt portion that extends downwards, said skirt portion having threads on its outer circumference.

[0010]In this regard, two separate volumes are provided; A first volume can be used to contain, for example, a carbonated drink, the second volume can be used for liquor and/or ice cubes once the drink container has been opened. Due to the separation into two volumes, a carbonated drink in the first volume does not lose the carbon dioxide gas of the drink, while the second volume is available after opening to introduce, for example, liquor and/or ice cubes .

[0011]In some embodiments, the second cap may be in sealing contact with the edge of the opening of the container body when the cap is secured to the container body.

[0012]According to the invention, the first volume is slightly larger than a predefined amount of carbonated beverage to be stored in the beverage container. When a carbonated beverage is contained and stored in the container, it is preferable that the carbonated beverage does not lose carbon dioxide. To do this, only a small free space is provided between the level of the carbonated drink and the first lid.

[0013]According to the invention, the container contains a predefined standard quantity (for example, 200 ml, 250 ml, 330 ml, 350 ml or 500 ml) of a beverage. One aspect of using standardized quantities is that both bottling plants and, for example, bars are prepared for such standardized quantities. A bartender is accustomed to standard quantities of, for example, Coca-Cola™ to prepare certain mixed drinks and cocktails.

[0014]In some embodiments, the predefined amount of carbonated drink is 200 ml, which is a standard size drink. In these embodiments, it is preferable that when the stopper is attached to the container body, the second volume is at least about 150 ml. About 150 ml are needed to fill a standard amount of liquor (approx. 70 ml), such as rum or whiskey, and a few ice cubes (approx. 80 ml). In these embodiments, the standardized mixed beverages can be conveniently served in the same container in which the carbonated beverage was stored and transported.

[0015]In some embodiments, the predefined amount of carbonated beverage may be 350 ml, which is also a standard amount. In these embodiments, the second volume may preferably be at least 50 ml, more preferably at least 70 ml. In these embodiments, at least a few ice cubes can be added and the container can still be comfortably held by a consumer.

[0016]According to the invention, the ratio between said first volume and said second volume is between approximately 0.8 and approximately 3.15, and preferably between approximately 1.1 and approximately 1.7. To prepare some standard mixed drinks, the ratio of carbonated beverage (for example, Coca Cola™) to liquor is approximately 2.85 (about 200 ml of carbonated beverage and about 70 ml of liquor). It will be clear that variations of these proportions are possible within the claimed range. The first volume of the beverage container may generally comprise an amount of carbonated beverage and a small headspace. The second volume will preferably be large enough to contain liquor and/or ice cubes and at least a small headroom.

[0017]The interior of a container body for use in the beverage container, as substantially described herein, comprises at least security means by which a cap can be securely secured. removable form to the container body.

[0018]According to the invention, the fixing means are one or more threads, such as screw threads or bayonet threads. In this way, the cap can be easily attached to and removed from the container body.

[0019]According to the invention, the opening of the container body is a wide mouth opening. Consumers find it more pleasant to drink from containers with a wide mouth opening and they can also be more easily used to prepare mixed drinks, etc. Furthermore, the carbon dioxide consumed is generally less when drinking from a wide-mouthed container than when drinking directly from, for example, a can or bottle; Therefore, the consumer will generally experience less "gas" after drinking.

[0020]According to the invention, the position of the fixing means on the container is determined so that the first lid of a stopper closes a first volume that is suitable to contain a predefined amount of a carbonated beverage. According to the invention, the first volume may be only slightly larger than the volume occupied by the predefined amount of carbonated beverage. By establishing a first volume only slightly larger than the volume occupied by a carbonated beverage, only a small amount of free space is available in the first volume. This can prevent significant amounts of carbon dioxide from the beverage from escaping into the headspace during transport and storage.

[0021]In some embodiments, the volume between the opening of the container body and the attachment means is at least about 150 ml. Said volume would be sufficient to contain liquor and a plurality of ice cubes.

[0022]In some embodiments, the container may include a marker that indicates a predetermined amount of liquor to be added to an amount of carbonated beverage supplied in the container. Since the amount of carbonated beverage is known exactly, a marker indicating a predetermined amount of liquor can help indicate to a bartender, a consumer, and also a bar owner that the exact amount of liquor is being added.

[0023]In another aspect, the invention provides a cap according to claim 9 for use in the beverage container substantially described herein. Said cap comprises a first lid and a second lid and threads that engage the threads provided on a container body.

[0024]In some embodiments, the first and second caps may be connected via a central shaft. In other embodiments, the first and second caps may be connected through a cylindrical wall. In other embodiments, both a central axis and a cylindrical wall can be provided to connect the first lid with the second.

[0025]In some embodiments, the second cover can be released from said central shaft or cylinder. For example, a central shaft may include threads that engage threads provided on the second cap. In this example, the second cap can be unscrewed from the shaft. One aspect of this embodiment is that the second lid can be used again as a cover for the beverage container after initial opening. In another example, a tearable portion may be provided between the cap and a central shaft or a cylinder. Similar to the previous example, the lid can be torn off and used again later as a lid for the beverage container.

[0026]The first cover includes the second threads. The second threads may be, for example, one or more helical threads. In alternative embodiments, for example, a bayonet coupling may be used.

[0027]Other objects, advantages and characteristics of embodiments of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art upon examination of the description, or may be known by practice of the invention.

Brief description of the drawings

[0028]Particular embodiments of the present invention will now be described by way of non-limiting examples, with reference to the attached drawings, in which:

Figures 1a - 1d illustrate a first example of a beverage container, which does not form part of the invention;

Figures 2a - 2d illustrate one embodiment of a beverage container according to the present invention; Figures 3a - 3c illustrate examples of plugs. The examples of Figures 3a and 3c can be used with the present invention. The example in Figure 3b is not part of the invention; and

Figures 4a - 4c illustrate various methods of manufacturing a container body, methods which do not form part of the invention.

Detailed description of embodiments of the invention

[0029]Figure 1a schematically illustrates cross sections of a first example of beverage container 10, which does not form part of the invention but serves for illustrative purposes, comprising a container body 20 and a cap 30. The cap 30 closes the opening 24 at one end of the container body 20 when mounted on the container body. Figure 1 d illustrates an isometric view of the plug and a partial cross section of the same embodiment.

[0030]The container body 20 extends between a bottom 22 and the opening 24 and may generally be thin-walled. Threads 26 are provided on the inner wall of the container body. An annular flange 21 provided on top of the threads 26 serves to provide a seal, as will be explained later. Flange 21 may or may not have threads.

[0031]The threads 26 and the flange 21 can be made as a recess in the wall (see option A or option C) or as an internal projection of the wall (see option B or option D). One aspect of options B and D is that a smoother outer surface of the container body can be obtained. One aspect of options A and B is that the sealing flange 21 forms part of the threaded portion of the inner wall of the container body. In options C and D the closing flange does not have threads. The cap comprises a first cap 32 and a second cap 34. The first cap 32 and the second cap 34 of the cap 30 are connected through a central shaft 33. When the cap 30 is mounted on the container body 20, the two Lids 32 and 34 divide the interior of the container body into a separate first volume 40 and second volume 50.

[0032]The first cap 32 comprises a skirt portion 39 that extends upward and has threads 36 along its external circumference and establishes a tight and impermeable seal of the first volume 40. The threads 36 of the cap mesh with the threads 26 of the inner wall of the container body when the stopper is mounted on the container body. To establish a tight and impermeable seal, the cap 30 comprises a sealing ring 31 at the end of the skirt portion 39. This sealing ring 31, when the cap is mounted on the container body, comes into sealing contact with the sealing flange 21 formed on the top of the threads 26 of the container body.

[0033]The second lid 34 can establish a seal of the second volume 50. To this end, the edge 37 of the second lid 34 can rest against the outer surface of the container body to seal the second volume and the upper wall and the edge of the container body, and an additional sealing contact can be established by contact between the lower surface of the second lid and the upper surface of the edge of the container body.

[0034]Due to the sealing established between the first lid and the container body, gases cannot escape from the first volume to the second. In some embodiments, a carbonated or carbonated beverage, such as Coca-Cola™, Fanta™, Sprite™, or carbonated water, may be provided in the first volume. Sealing with the first lid ensures that the carbonated drink can be stored for an extended period of time without gas loss. The beverage provided in the first volume can thus be maintained in suitable conditions. Thanks to the sealing established between the edge of the container body and the second lid 34 of the stopper, contamination of the second volume can be avoided. In this regard, the sealing of the second lid does not necessarily have to be airtight.

[0035]The beverage container can already be filled at a bottling plant and subsequently stored and transported to a place of consumption. The (standard) quantity that would normally be contained in a bottle can now be supplied into the container, which can then be used for consumption.

[0036]Figures 1b and 1c show the dimensions of this illustrative beverage container. A particular aspect of the embodiment shown is that the first volume can contain 200 ml of a carbonated beverage. The first lid 32 of the cap 30, when mounted on the container body, is positioned in such a way that only a small free space remains below the first lid (and above the beverage). In this way, carbonated drinks can be kept fresh. Carbonated drinks are usually available in various standard sizes, such as 200 ml, 330 ml, 350 ml, 500 ml or 1000 ml. In this particular embodiment, a standard amount of beverage may be provided in the beverage container.

[0037]The second volume is large enough to contain approximately 70 ml of liquor (Vodka, Whiskey, Gin, etc.) and a plurality of ice cubes occupying approximately 85 ml. The particular embodiment shown may thus be particularly in bars, nightclubs and events where mixed drinks are to be prepared. The ratio between the first volume and the second volume in this particular example is approximately 1.2.

[0038]The proportion between the first volume and the second volume may vary within the scope of the present invention. One aspect of providing a substantial ("non-insignificant") second volume is that a space is created into which a buildup of carbon dioxide under pressure can controllably expand. During transport, beverage containers can be shaken, which can cause a build-up of pressurized carbon dioxide. In ordinary bottles or cans, such a buildup of pressure can cause spillage when the container is opened. Such a problem can be effectively avoided by using the embodiments of the present invention.

[0039]With the single consumption packaging provided by the invention, it is not necessary to provide a separate bottle for the carbonated beverage, and said bottle does not need to be emptied into a beverage glass. By not needing separate bottles, there is no need to transport them to a bar, restaurant, nightclub or event. Furthermore, there is no need to return empty bottles to the factory either. The container according to the present invention may be made to be disposable and in this case may preferably be made of plastic. The container can also be made to be reusable several times and in this case it can preferably be made of glass. In the first case, no transportation back to a factory is necessary. In the second case, there may be less weight to carry back to the factory compared to the weight that has to be carried with conventional glass bottles (depending on the container design).

[0040]It can be seen that the example in Figure 1 has a wide mouth opening. The container body of this embodiment is substantially cylindrical and the diameter of the container opening is substantially equal to the diameter of the container wall and a person can drink from the container in the same manner as from a beverage glass. These types of containers are more pleasant to drink than narrow-mouth openings like those found on bottles and cans. Furthermore, as the threads 26 are arranged on the inner wall of the container body away from the edge, the edge of the container body is free of threads, which further improves the drinking experience. Thus, the design according to the example in Figure 1 can provide improvements throughout the entire value-added chain, from the filling of containers in a bottling plant to the drinking experience of an end consumer.

[0041] The container body of Figure 1 may generally be manufactured by injection blow molding (IBM) or extrusion blow molding (EBM) and may be made of polyethylene terephthalate. (“polyethylene therephthalate” or PET). However, other suitable plastics can also be used, such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) or polylactic acid (PLA). Alternatively, the container may also be formed by thermoforming. In other embodiments, the container body could also be made of glass or metal.

[0042]A retractable cap seal (of HDPE or LDPE, for example) may be provided around the second cap cap and around the top of the container body.

[0043]Internal threads can be particularly easily provided by injection and blow molding by adapting the mold. In this way, the threads can be formed as recesses in the wall of the container body and can also be perceptible from the outside of the beverage container. Alternatively, they can be formed as projections towards the interior of the wall, not perceptible from the outside. In any case, the threads are not arranged in the area where the consumer can place their mouth. This can provide a more pleasant drinking experience. The lid 30 may be made of the same material as the container body or a different material. The lid can be manufactured, for example, by injection molding.

[0044]The dimensions shown in figures 1b and 1c are just an example. It will be clear that, for example, the height or diameter of the beverage container may vary and that the diameter does not necessarily have to be constant throughout its length. Furthermore, the opening of the container body and the container body itself do not necessarily have to be circular.

[0045]It will be clear that the quantities indicated for the carbonated drink, liqueur and ice cubes are merely indicative. It will also be clear that, in other embodiments, other beverages (e.g., fruit juice, beer, wine, water, etc.) could also be provided in the beverage container according to the present invention.

[0046]In some embodiments, a paper or plastic wrap (sleeve) may be provided around the beverage container. Such a wrapper may include, for example, a trademark, logo or the name of the beverage company.

[0047]In some embodiments, a marker (e.g., printed) may be provided on the wall of the container body that indicates a suitable level of the total of a liquor and a carbonated beverage. Since the amount of carbonated beverage is known exactly, a marker indicating a predetermined total amount indirectly indicates the amount of liquor to be added. Such a marker can help indicate to a bartender, a consumer and also a bar owner that the proper amount of liquor is being added.

[0048]Figures 2a - 2d illustrate an inventive embodiment of a beverage container, comprising a container body and a cap according to the present invention. The functionalities, structure, manufacturing methods and advantages are largely comparable to those described with reference to Figures 1a - 1d. Only the most important differences will be described here.

[0049]The container body has the same exterior dimensions as the container body shown above. However, the internal thread 26 is provided with a different height. The first volume defined between the first lid 32 of the stopper and the bottom 22 of the container body is, therefore, larger than in the first embodiment. The distance between the first cover 32 and the second cover 34, and also the so-called second volume is shorter. The axis 33 of the plug connecting the two covers is therefore also smaller. The container can contain a different amount of drink from the factory, in this case approximately 350 ml. In this case, the second volume may not be large enough to fit both the ice cubes and the liquor, but it may be large enough to fit a few ice cubes or a small amount of liquor, see also the figure 2c. The ratio between the first volume and the second volume in this embodiment is approximately 7.2.

[0050]Another difference from the embodiment of Figure 1 is the design of the plug 30. In the embodiment of Figure 2, the threads 36 are arranged on an annular skirt portion 38 that extends downward. The first cover 32 is thus positioned above the threads 26 and 36 (see Figure 2a). In the unclaimed example of Figure 1, the first cap is located just below threads 26 and 36 (compare Figure 1a). Substantially below the first cap 32, a seal ring 31 is formed integrally with the plug. A sealing contact can be established between the sealing ring 31 and the upper surface of the annular sealing flange 21. Although not indicated in Figure 2, it will be clear that similar options A, B, C and D are also possible for sealing flange 21 in this configuration.

[0051]One aspect of providing two container bodies with the same exterior dimensions is that the different containers can be packaged and transported together more easily. However, it will be clear that in other alternative embodiments, by making the beverage container slightly taller (and adapting the stopper accordingly), a second larger volume can be provided if desired.

[0052]Figure 2d provides an isometric view of the cap and a partial cross section of the container body and the cap shown in cross section in Figures 2a - 2c.

[0053]Figures 3a and 3c illustrate other alternative embodiments of plugs according to the present invention. In the embodiments of Figures 1 and 2, the first cover 32 was provided with a downwardly or upwardly extending skirt portion provided with threads. In Figure 3a, the first lid 32 of the plug is thicker, and threads 36 are provided on the outer circumference of the lid. The seal ring 31 is also formed integrally with the first cover 32.

[0054]In Figure 3b, which is not the object of the present invention, the connection between the first cover 32 and the second cover 34 is established by a thin-walled cylinder 35. The cylinder 35 can be arranged so that it is substantially in contact with the inner wall of the container body, thus further reducing the chances of any contamination. It should be noted that in this embodiment there is no need for a shaft connecting the two caps. In other embodiments, however, a central axis may be provided to increase the strength of the plug. Threads 36 are provided on the outer surface of the cylinder, near the bottom of the cylinder. A seal ring 31 forming an annular wall extending downward from the cylinder may be in sealing contact with a suitable part of the container body.

[0055]Another inventive plug is illustrated in Figure 3c. In this example, the stopper also comprises a cylinder 35 which, in use, may be in contact with the inner wall of the body of a container. A skirt portion of slightly smaller diameter extends from the bottom of the cylinder. On the outside of the skirt portion, threads 36 are provided. The annular portion of the cylinder bottom that is external to the skirt portion forms a sealing ring 31 which in use may be in sealing contact with a suitable sealing flange. formed inside the container body.

[0056]Depending on the design chosen for the cap, it may be necessary to adapt the height of the threads on the container body to provide suitable first and second volumes.

[0057]Figure 4a illustrates a first method of manufacturing a container body 20, a method that does not form part of the invention.

[0058]The reference sign 20c refers to a possible preform of the container body, before injection blow molding (IBM) of the preform. The IBM result is displayed in a broken line.

[0059] Figure 4a also indicates an annular flange 21 and threads 26 integrated into the preform. The annular flange may cooperate with a gasket ring provided on a cap to establish a seal of a first volume of the container.

[0060]Figure 4b illustrates an alternative in which the bottom 20b and the top 20a of the container body can be manufactured separately, and subsequently joined by coupling threads 29. The preform 20c before the IBM is shown in a line continuous and the resulting bottom 20b of the container body is shown in a broken line. In this particular embodiment, threads 26 to which a cap can be removably attached are located at the bottom of the container body.

[0061]Figure 4c illustrates another alternative. Also in this example, the container body can be divided into an upper part 20a and a lower part 20b, which are manufactured separately, and subsequently connected by coupling threads 29. In this embodiment, the threads 26 that serve to fix a plug are provided at the top 20a. To this end, the upper part comprises an annular opening in which threads 29 are provided and into which the edge part of the lower part 20b can be inserted. Again, the preform 20c is indicated in a solid line and the result after the IBM is shown in a broken line.

[0062]In all illustrated examples, the securing means on the cap and the corresponding securing means on the container body were all cooperating helical threads. Such helical threads can have different cross sections, for example triangular, rectangular or trapezoidal. In other embodiments of the invention, bayonet threads may be used.

[0063]Furthermore, in all examples, sealing of the first volume was obtained by a sealing contact between a gasket ring of a stopper and a complementary ring formed on the inner wall of the container body. However, alternative sealing methods may be envisaged involving, for example, a sealing flange at a different location on the inner wall of the container body or involving sealing contact between other surfaces and/or O-rings or the like.

[0064]Although only a number of particular embodiments and examples of the invention have been disclosed herein, those skilled in the art will understand that other embodiments and/or alternative uses of the invention and obvious modifications and equivalents thereof are possible. that fall within the scope of the attached claims.

[0065]The scope of the present invention should not be limited by particular embodiments, but should be determined solely by a fair reading of the claims that follow.

Claims (9)

1. A beverage container (10) comprising a container body (20) and a cap (30) for closing the opening (24) of the container body, the container body (20) having a wall that extends between a bottom (22) and a wide mouth opening (24), the inner wall of the container body comprising first threads (26) through which the cap (30) ) can be removably attached to the container body (20), the plug (30) comprising a first cover (32), and a second cover (34) connected to the first cover through a central axis (33) and/or a cylindrical wall (35), and second threads (36 ) to engage with the first threads (26) so that, When the cap (30) is fixed to the container body (20), a first volume (40) is defined in the container body (20) between the bottom (22) of the container body and the first lid (32) and the first volume (40) is slightly larger than a predefined amount of a beverage to be stored in the beverage container and wherein said predefined amount of beverage is 200 ml, 250 ml, 330 ml, 350 ml or 500 ml, characterized because a second volume (50) is defined in the container body between the first lid (32) and the second lid (34), wherein the ratio between said first volume (40) and said second volume (50) is between approximately 0.8 and approximately 3.15, wherein the first cap (32) comprises a downwardly extending annular skirt portion (39), said skirt portion having said second threads (36) on its outer circumference. 2. A beverage container (10) according to claim 1 containing a carbonated beverage in the first volume (40). 3. A beverage container (10) according to claims 1 or 2, wherein when the stopper (30) is attached to the container body (20), the second volume (50) is large enough to contain liquor and /or a plurality of ice cubes. 4. A beverage container (10) according to any of claims 1 - 3, wherein said second lid (34) is in sealing contact with the edge of the opening (24) of the container body (20) when the Cap (30) is fixed to the container body. 5. A beverage container (10) according to any preceding claim, wherein the cap (30) comprises a sealing ring (31) and the container body comprises a corresponding sealing flange (21), such that when the plug (30) is fixed to the container body (20) the gasket ring (31) is in sealing contact with the sealing flange (21) of the container body (10) in such a way that it seals the first volume ( 40). 6. A beverage container according to claim 5, wherein a seal ring (31) is arranged on or near the first lid (32) and/or wherein the seal ring (31) is formed integrally with the first cover (32). 7. A beverage container according to any of claims 1 - 6, wherein the second volume (50) between the opening (24) of the container body and the first threads (26) is at least about 150 ml. 8. A beverage container according to any of claims 1 - 7, wherein the ratio between said first volume (40) and said second volume (50) is between about 1.1 and about 1.7. 9. A cap for use in the beverage container of any of claims 1 - 8.