WO2024049855A1

WO2024049855A1 - High-pack density multi-faceted bottle with round base

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Publication number: WO2024049855A1
Application number: PCT/US2023/031453
Authority: WO
Inventors: Kia Behnia
Original assignee: Fxf Tech, Llc
Priority date: 2022-08-30
Filing date: 2023-08-29
Publication date: 2024-03-07

Abstract

A multi-faceted transition bottle with round base provides a high-pack density design that is optimized for safe and efficient packing, transporting, and shipping while maintaining compatibility with existing filling, corking, and labeling equipment. The multi-faceted transition bottle includes a multi-faceted body portion and a round base portion. The multi-faceted body portion includes a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion. The multi-faceted transition bottle is not only stronger but lighter than conventional bottles. The multi-faceted transition bottle enables more efficient packaging that relies on the faceted portion of the bottle design to increase packing density and structurally strengthen the package, thereby reducing packaging waste and reducing the dimensional size and weight of packages. Advantageously, the multi-faceted transition bottle reduces the carbon footprint associated with packing, shipping, transporting, and storing bottles by reducing bottle weight and dimensional size, reducing excess packaging, enhancing pack density, and reducing fuel costs.

Description

HIGH-PACK DENSITY MULTI-FACETED BOTTLE WITH ROUND BASE CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims the benefit of, or priority to, U.S. Provisional Patent Application Serial Number 63/402,155, filed on August 30, 2023, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety for all purposes. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] In the winemaking industry, the French term élevage is used to describe the progression of wine between fermentation and bottling. Wine is typically aged in wooden barrels made of toasted staves of aged oak for at least a few months and sometimes years. Winemakers carefully select the wooden barrels, determine how long to age the wine, and other manipulations made during the aging process to achieve their desired taste objectives. With so much attention to detail during the progression, unsurprisingly, a significant amount of care is taken in bottling wine to preserve the intended taste. Over time, glass bottles with corked closures emerged as the preferred bottling vehicle. Glass is transparent, odorless, and does not impart a flavor of its own to the wine stored therein. Cork is porous and permits a very small amount of air to interact with the wine, permitting it to age in the bottle. Conventional round glass bottles, typically 750 ml in size, have a diameter of approximately 7.5 cm and a height of approximately 30 cm. As wine production increased to meet demand, capital bottling equipment was developed to automate filling, corking, and labeling conventional round glass bottles in large scale operations. Once bottled, the wine is typically packaged and transported to distribution, retail, or shipped directly to consumers. When received, it is typically recommended that the wine bottle be stored in a rack in a substantially horizontal manner to ensure that the cork remains moist to prevent undesired oxidation. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0003] According to one aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base includes a multi-faceted body portion and a round base portion. The multi-faceted body portion includes a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion. [0004] According to one aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base includes a hexagon-faceted body portion and a round base portion. The multi-faceted body portion includes a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion. [0005] According to one aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base includes a square-faceted body portion and a round base portion. The multi-faceted body portion includes a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion. [0006] According to one aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base includes a triangle-faceted body portion and a round base portion. The multi-faceted body portion includes a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion. [0007] According to one aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base includes an octagon-faceted body portion and a round base portion. The multi-faceted body portion includes a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion. [0008] Other aspects of the present invention will be apparent from the following description and claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0009] FIG. 1A shows a front elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0010] FIG. 1B shows a rear elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0011] FIG. 1C shows a left elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0012] FIG. 1D shows a right elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0013] FIG. 1E shows a top plan view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0014] FIG. 1F shows a bottom plan view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0015] FIG. 2A shows a top-facing perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0016] FIG. 2B shows a bottom-facing perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0017] FIG. 2C shows a top-facing right-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0018] FIG. 2D shows a bottom-facing left-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0019] FIG. 2E shows a top-facing left-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0020] FIG. 2F shows a bottom-facing right-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0021] FIG. 3A shows a front elevation view showing a width of a faceted portion of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0022] FIG. 3B shows a front elevation view showing a width of a faceted portion of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0023] FIG. 4A shows a right elevation view of a stack of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0024] FIG. 4B shows a top-facing right-side perspective view of a stack of three multi- faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0025] FIG. 4C shows a front elevation view of a stack of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0026] FIG. 4D shows a rear elevation view of a stack of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0027] FIG. 5A shows a six bottle container for conventional round glass bottles. [0028] FIG. 5B shows a six bottle container for six multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0029] FIG. 6A shows a three bottle packing arrangement of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0030] FIG. 6B shows a four bottle packing arrangement of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0031] FIG. 6C shows a six bottle packing arrangement of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0032] FIG. 7A shows a pallet for a plurality of containers of conventional wine bottles. [0033] FIG. 7B shows a pallet for a plurality of containers of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0034] FIG. 8A shows a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in a large wine rack in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0035] FIG. 8B shows a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in a small wine rack in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0036] FIG. 9A shows neck and base compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in conventional filling machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0037] FIG. 9B shows neck and base compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in conventional corking machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0038] FIG. 9C shows compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in conventional labeling machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0039] FIG. 10A shows a front elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0040] FIG. 10B shows a rear elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0041] FIG. 10C shows a left rotated elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0042] FIG. 10D shows a right rotated elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0043] FIG. 10E shows a top plan view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0044] FIG. 10F shows a bottom plan view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0045] FIG. 11A shows a top-facing perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0046] FIG. 11B shows a bottom-facing perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0047] FIG. 11C shows a top-facing right-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0048] FIG. 11D shows a bottom-facing left-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0049] FIG. 11E shows a top-facing left-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0050] FIG. 11F shows a bottom-facing right-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0051] FIG. 12A shows a front elevation view showing a width of a faceted portion of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0052] FIG. 12B shows a front elevation view showing a width of a faceted portion of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0053] FIG. 13A shows a right elevation view of a stack of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0054] FIG. 13B shows a top-facing right-side perspective view of a stack of three multi- faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0055] FIG. 13C shows a top plan view of a stack of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0056] FIG. 13D shows a bottom plan view of a stack of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0057] FIG. 14A shows a six bottle container for conventional round glass bottles. [0058] FIG. 14B shows a six bottle container for six multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0059] FIG. 15A shows a three bottle packing arrangement of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0060] FIG. 15B shows a four bottle packing arrangement of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0061] FIG. 15C shows a six bottle packing arrangement of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0062] FIG. 16A shows a pallet for a plurality of containers of conventional wine bottles. [0063] FIG. 16B shows a pallet for a plurality of containers of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0064] FIG. 17A shows a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in a large wine rack in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0065] FIG. 17B shows a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base in a small wine rack in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0066] FIG. 18A shows neck and base compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in conventional filling machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0067] FIG. 18B shows neck and base compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in conventional corking machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0068] FIG. 18C shows compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases in conventional labeling machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0069] FIG. 19A shows a multi-faceted (3 facets) transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0070] FIG. 19B shows a multi-faceted (4 facets in rectangular configuration) transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0071] FIG. 19C shows a multi-faceted (6 facets with shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0072] FIG. 19D shows a multi-faceted (6 facets with shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0073] FIG. 19E shows a multi-faceted (6 facets with neck shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0074] FIG. 19F shows a multi-faceted (8 facets with shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0075] FIG. 20A shows a debossed label frame for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0076] FIG. 20B shows an embossed label frame for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0077] FIG. 21A shows a debossed label frame for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0078] FIG. 21B shows an embossed label frame for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0079] One or more embodiments of the present invention are described in detail with reference to the accompanying figures. For consistency, like elements in the various figures are denoted by like reference numerals. In the following detailed description of the present invention, specific details are described to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. In other instances, aspects that are well-known to those of ordinary skill in the art are not described to avoid obscuring the description of the present invention. [0080] Historically, glass bottles were made by hand and many of their distinctive features were developed for pragmatic reasons. For example, the round shape was adopted for the simple reason that it was the easiest shape for the glassblower to achieve. Similarly, the punt was developed when the glassblower would push the seam up into the bottle to avoid sharp edges and to ensure that the bottle could stand upright. While these features have become ubiquitous, at the time they were mere consequences of glassblowing. By the time comparatively modern molding techniques became available in the early twentieth century, the round glass bottle was so widely adopted and entrenched, it became the de facto industry standard and remains so today. As such, the vast majority of filling, corking, and labeling equipment for large scale bottling operations are designed specifically for conventional round glass bottles. [0081] However, round glass bottles are now recognized as being environmentally problematic. Industry audits of the carbon footprint of wine production have identified glass bottles as the largest contributor to greenhouse-gas emissions. While largely considered the perfect vessel for wine, glass bottles pose significant environmental concerns. Making glass bottles requires an enormous amount of heat and energy. The round shape of the bottle is very inefficient when it comes to transport given that majority of boxes and containers are rectilinear and creates a void between the walls of the package and bottles. Furthermore, when there is damage during transport of bottles often it’s the result of bottles colliding with each other. The use of heavier glass bottles, packing material required to protect round bottles from breakage during transport and shipment, and inefficient packaging results in an increase in weight and dimensional size, a corresponding increase in the amount of fuel required, and a corresponding increase in the amount of greenhouse gasses produced. Worse still, most glass bottles are used once and then thrown away. While recycling should be of some help, very little glass is recycled in the United States and a significant amount of that glass is actually crushed and used for other purposes. [0082] Notwithstanding these environmental concerns, brands looking to distinguish their products recognize that packaging and marketing play an important role in their perceived value. Luxury brands have adopted heavier glass bottles that are often perceived by consumers, based on weight alone, to be of higher quality. Further, brands have sought out unique and aesthetically pleasing bottle and label designs to further distinguish themselves from the market. While the industry has recognized the environmental challenges associated with glass bottles, they continue to embrace heavier bottles, inefficient packaging, and new distribution channels, such as direct to consumer, that have a significant carbon footprint. [0083] Due to their shape, conventional round glass bottles require a significant amount of protective packaging to protect the bottles from breakage during transport, shipping, and storage, which imposes additional weight. While heavier glass bottles weigh more than their conventional glass bottle counterparts, inefficient packaging also contributes to additional weight and dimensional size. Taken together, there is a direct correlation between weight, fuel costs, and carbon footprint associated with bottles. Worse still, the widescale adoption of direct to consumer sales and marketing means a substantial increase in the number of shipments of fewer bottles that are shipped in less efficient, larger, heavier, and more costly packaging and shipping costs. As such, manufacturers have and continue to struggle to reduce the carbon emissions associated with transport, shipping, and storage of glass bottles. [0084] Accordingly, in one or more embodiments of the present invention, a multi- faceted transition bottle with round base provides a high-pack density design that is optimized for safe and efficient packaging, transport, and shipping while maintaining compatibility with conventional automated bottling equipment designed for use with conventional round glass bottles. A multi-faceted transition bottle with round base enables more efficient packaging that relies on a faceted portion of the bottle design to increase packing density and structurally strengthen the package, thereby reducing packaging waste. In addition, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base may not only be stronger, but also lighter than conventional round glass bottles. Because a multi- faceted transition bottle with round base can leverage the geometry of a multi-faceted portion of the bottle design to structurally strengthen a package, the bottle may have different thicknesses for different sections, permitting for the first time the ability to reinforce portions that are more prone to breakage and remove thickness from portions that are structurally sound, thereby reducing overall weight and carbon footprint. [0085] Advantageously, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base reduces the carbon footprint associated with packaging, transport, shipping, and storing bottles by reducing bottle weight, reducing excess packaging, enhancing pack density, and reducing fuel consumption. A multi-faceted transition bottle with round base enables new ways to stack, pack, and display bottles in a reduced physical footprint that also reduces breakage. Importantly, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base maintains compatibility with existing filling, bottling, and labeling equipment specifically designed for use with conventional round glass bottles. A multi-faceted transition bottle with round base is also compatible with existing wine racks, cellars, and other storage systems eliminating the barrier to adoption for distribution, retail, and consumers. While suitable for use with wine, a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base may be used for wine, spirits, and other beverages. [0086] FIG. 1A shows a front elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Multi-faceted transition bottle 100 may include a closure portion 110, a neck portion 120, a shoulder portion 140, a multi-faceted body portion 160, and a base portion 180. Multi-faceted body portion 160 comprises a plurality of facets 165a-165f that seamlessly transition from facets 165a-165f to round base portion 180. For the purpose of this disclosure, a facet refers to a side of a multi-sided object. [0087] In the embodiment depicted, facets 165a-165f are distributed around bottle 100 such that, when viewed from a top plan perspective, they form a hexagon. When viewed from the front elevation depicted in the figure, three facets 165a, 165b, 165c of multi- faceted body portion 160 and three facets 145a, 145b, and 145c of shoulder portion 140 are shown. Each facet 165a-165f of multi-faceted body portion 160 comprises a substantially flat surface of a sufficient size that bottle 100 is capable of being laid in a horizontal manner such that it will not roll away. Further, facets 165a-165f seamlessly transition from a hexagonal shape at multi-faceted body portion 160 to a round shape at round base portion 180 (and heel 185). Shoulder portion 140 may optionally include a plurality of facets 145a-145f that transition from neck portion 120 to multi-faceted body portion 160. While neck portion 120 may vary based on an application or design, shoulder portion 140 will necessarily change with neck portion 120. While the embodiment depicted shows shoulder portion 140 transition from the round and cylindrical part of neck portion 120 depicted to multi-faceted body portion 160, shoulder portion 140 will vary to ensure that neck portion 120 transitions from a given neck profile, whatever that may be for a given embodiment, to multi-faceted body portion 160. Edges between adjacent facets (e.g., 165a and 165b, 165b and 165c) may be chamfered or radiused to enhance the aesthetic appeal of bottle 100. Similarly, shoulder portion 140 may be further modified (not shown) to enhance the aesthetic appeal of bottle 100, without impacting multi-faceted body portion 160 of bottle 100. [0087] Similarly, closure portion 110 may be further modified (not shown) to enhance the aesthetic appeal of bottle 100 or to provide support for different enclosures like screwcaps, without impacting multi-faceted body portion 160 of bottle 100. [0088] Continuing, FIG. 1B shows a rear elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the rear elevation depicted in the figure, three facets 165d, 165e, 165f of multi-faceted body portion 160 and three facets of shoulder portion 140 are shown. Continuing, FIG. 1C shows a left elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the left elevation depicted in the figure, two facets 165c, 165d of multi-faceted body portion 160 and two facets 145c, 145d of shoulder portion 140 are shown. The figure shows bottle 100 tilted slightly away from the reader to show the round shape of base portion 180 (and heel 185). Continuing, FIG. 1D shows a right elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the right elevation depicted in the figure, two facets 165f, 165a of multi-faceted body portion 160 and two facets 145f, 145a of shoulder portion 140 are shown. The figure shows bottle 100 tilted slightly away from the reader to show the round shape of base portion 180 (and heel 185). [0089] Continuing, FIG. 1E shows a top plan view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the top plan view depicted in the figure, the hexagonal shape of bottle 100 is apparent. Because shoulder portion 140 is typically the widest portion of bottle 100, facets 145a-145f of shoulder portion 140, rather than facets 165a- 165f, are shown in this view. Continuing, FIG. 1F shows a bottom plan view of a multi- faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the bottom plan view depicted in the figure, the round shape of round base portion 180 and heel 185 is apparent. Round base portion 180 and heel 185 have a round shape and diameter approximately the same size as the width of opposing facets (e.g., 145a and 145f) of bottle 100. As such, despite the round nature of round base portion 180, a facet 165a- 165f of multi-faceted body portion 160 makes contact with a surface when laid flat such that bottle 100 does not roll. While bottle 100 is depicted as including an optional punt 187, one of ordinary skill in the art, having the benefit of this disclosure, will appreciate that the inclusion of a punt is optional in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0090] FIG. 2A shows a top-facing perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed in this perspective, the transition that shoulder portion 140 provides from neck portion 120 to multi-faceted body portion 160 is shown. While difficult to represent in line art, the transition from multi-faceted body portion 160 to round base portion 180 is subtle such that the edges of adjacent facets (e.g., 165a and 165b, and 165b and 165c) become less prominent as you move away from shoulder portion 140 and closer to round base portion 180, such that round base portion 180 and heel 185 are round. This is perhaps more readily appreciated as shown in FIGs. 1C, 1D, 2E, and 2F. Continuing, FIG. 2B shows a bottom-facing perspective view of a multi- faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed in this perspective, the round shape of heel 185 of round base portion 180 is more clearly shown. [0091] Continuing, FIG. 2C shows a top-facing right-side perspective view of a multi- faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Because bottle 100 is wider at the shoulder (e.g., 140) than the base (e.g., 180), the substantially flat portion of each facet 165a-165f of the multi-faceted body portion (e.g., 160) permits bottle 100 to be laid flat in a horizontal manner without rolling. Continuing, FIG. 2D shows a bottom-facing left-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Optional punt 187 may, as depicted here, be modified for aesthetic purposes and include one or more facets of its own. FIG. 2E shows a top-facing left-side perspective view and FIG. 2F shows a bottom-facing right-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0092] FIG. 3A shows a front elevation view showing a width of a faceted portion of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Because of the hexagonal shape of multi-faceted body portion 160, bottle 100 has a widest width 150 in a front (or rear) elevation view, where three facets (e.g., 165a, 165b, 165c) are shown. However, as shown in FIG. 3B, multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 may have a different width 155 when viewed from a left (or right) side elevation view. Because of the hexagonal shape of multi-faceted body portion 160, bottle 100 presents a wider width 150 when viewed in a front or rear elevation view and a narrower width 155 when viewed in a left or right side elevation view. This narrow width 155 enables higher pack density and packaging efficiency as discussed in more detail herein. [0093] FIG. 4A shows a right elevation view of a stack 400 of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As previously discussed, each facet (e.g., 165a-165f) of multi- faceted body portion 160 has a surface that permits bottle 100 to be laid flat without rolling. Here, as depicted in the figure, three bottles 100 are stacked one on top of the other to show advantageously how bottles 100 may be stored and displayed in an optimal manner (horizontal for wine/cork interaction) without requiring a rack. Continuing, FIG. 4B shows a top-facing right-side perspective view, FIG. 4C shows a front elevation view, and FIG. 4D shows a rear elevation view of a stack 400 of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As shown, a first bottle 100 may be laid flat on a faceted edge (e.g., 165a), where shoulder facet 145a is visible from this front elevation view. A faceted edge (e.g., 165a) of a second bottle 100 (where shoulder facet 145a is visible from this front elevation view) may be laid flat on another faceted edge (e.g., 165d) of first bottle 100 (where shoulder facet 145d is visible from this front elevation view). Similarly, a faceted edge (e.g., 165a) of a third bottle 100 (where shoulder facet 145a is visible from this front elevation view) may be laid flat on another faceted edge (e.g., 165d) of second bottle 100 (where shoulder facet 145d is visible from this front elevation view). In this way, a plurality of bottles 100 may be laid horizontally and stacked one on another, without requiring a rack. [0094] FIG. 5A shows a six bottle container 500 for conventional round glass bottles 510. Conventional round glass bottles 510 are typically packaged in square (not shown) or rectangular 500 containers. As shown, this particular container 500 is configured to hold six conventional round glass bottles 510. For geometric reasons, round bottles 510 are placed in square slips 520 that results in a substantial amount of empty space surrounding each bottle 510, especially in the corners of slips 520. In order to prevent movement and breakage, additional packing material is required. This additional packing material represents additional cost, additional weight, additional fuel, and contributes further to the overall carbon footprint of shipping conventional round glass bottles. Continuing, FIG. 5B shows a six bottle container for six multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Multi-faceted transition bottles 100 have a unique profile, hexagonal in the embodiment depicted, that fills more of the slip space 535 but more importantly provides additional structural support to container 530. One faceted edge (e.g., 165a) of a first bottle 100 (where shoulder facet 150a is visible from this front elevation view) is supported by a faceted edge (e.g., 165d) of a second bottle 100 (where shoulder facet 150d is visible from this front elevation view). In this way, bottles 100 provide additional support to one another while also filling more of slip space 535, such that substantially less packaging material is required, reducing breakage, reducing weight, reducing fuel costs, and reducing the carbon footprint. [0095] Wine conventionally ships in six- or twelve-bottle containers regardless of how many bottles (e.g., 510 of FIG. 5A) they actually contain. For example, six-bottle containers are often used to ship four bottles and twelve-bottle containers are often used to ship seven or ten bottles, requiring substantially more packaging material to prevent breakage. Because multi-faceted transition bottles 100 include facets (e.g., 165a-165f) having substantially flat surfaces, they may be stacked or connected to create new and interesting packaging configurations for different bottle counts. FIG. 6A shows an example of a three-bottle packing arrangement 610 of multi-faceted transition bottles 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As previously discussed, new distribution channels including direct to consumer have led to the shipment of fewer bottles than conventional six-, twelve-, or twenty four-bottle containers. As shown in the figure, the unique geometry of multi-faceted transition bottle 100 enables creative packing arrangements that simultaneously reduce the physical footprint of the container, but also provide enhanced structural support from bottle 100 to bottle 100. Continuing, FIG. 6B shows an example of a four-bottle packing arrangement 620 and FIG. 6C shows an example of a six bottle packing arrangement 630 of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0096] FIG. 7A shows a pallet for a plurality of containers 500 of conventional round glass bottles. In large scale bottling operations, pallets are typically used to transport a large number of six-bottle containers 500. On average, a standard 48”x40” pallet holds approximately 112 six-bottle-containers 500, such that each pallet contains approximately 672 standard 750 ml round glass bottles (e.g., 510). However, due to the high-pack density of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases (e.g., 100), substantially more bottles may be palletized on the same standard size pallet. As previously discussed, multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases (e.g., 100) have a narrower width (e.g., 155 of FIG. 3B) when viewed from a left or right elevation perspective. As such, this narrower width may be leveraged for creative packaging that enables higher pack density than conventional round bottles. As shown in FIG. 7B, a standard pallet may hold approximately 128 six-bottle containers 740, such that each pallet contains approximately 768 multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases (e.g., 100). The increased pack density reduces the number of pallets needed for transportation, and storage, it also reduces packaging requirements, enhances the structural integrity of the pack, reduces weight, reduces the fuel costs, and reduces the carbon footprint. [0097] FIG. 8A shows a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in a large wine rack 810 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Given that round glass bottles are the de facto industry standard, most conventional racks 810, cellars (not shown), and other storage systems (not shown) are purposefully constructed for use with conventional round glass bottles. Advantageously, the round base portion (e.g., 180 of FIG. 1A) of multi-faceted transition bottles 100 ensures compatibility. Continuing, FIG. 8B shows a multi-faceted transition bottle 100 in a small wine rack 820 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As shown, many conventional racks 820, cellars (not shown), and other storage systems (not shown) rely on support for the neck portion and base portion of the bottle. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 include rounded bases (e.g., 180 of FIG. 1A) and heels (e.g., 185 of FIG. 1A), they are compatible with existing racks 820, cellars (not shown), and storage systems (not shown). Advantageously, bottles 100 may be adopted for use without having to replace existing storage and may be stored interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles. [0098] FIG. 9A shows neck (e.g., 110 and 120) and base compatibility (e.g., 180 and 185) of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 in conventional filling machines 900 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. In large scale bottling operations, the process of filling bottles is typically automated with very expensive capital equipment that is specifically designed to receive, fill, and further convey bottles as part of the production process. Automated filling machines 910 are, unsurprisingly, made for use with conventional round glass bottles, the de facto industry standard. As such, there is typically a neck portion 910 and a base portion 920 of automated filling machine 900 that have a mechanical interface that is designed to interface with the mechanical profile of conventional round glass bottles. While neck portion 910 of automated filling machine 900 is typically used to align and fill a bottle, base portion 920 is typically used to move the bottle as part of the production process. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 include a compatible closure 110 and neck portion 120, as well as a compatible round base portion (e.g., 180 of FIG. 1A), multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 may be used with automated filling machines 900 without modification. Further, multi-faceted transition bottles 100 may be used interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles in automated filling machine 900. [0099] Continuing, FIG. 9B shows neck (e.g., 110 and 120) and base (e.g., 180 and 185) compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 in conventional corking machines 930 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. In large scale bottling operations, the process of corking bottles is typically automated with very expensive capital equipment that is specifically designed to receive, cork, and further convey bottles as part of the production process. Automated corking machines 930 are, unsurprisingly, made for use with conventional round glass bottles, the de facto industry standard. As such, there is typically a neck portion 940 that is configured to mechanically interface with the closure of a bottle and insert a cork with an interference fit such that it seals the bottle. While neck portion 940 of automated corking machine 930 is typically used to cork the bottle, a rotary portion 950 is typically used to move the bottle through corking as part of the production process. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 include a compatible closure 110 and neck portion 120, as well as a compatible round base portion (e.g., 180 of FIG. 1A), multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 may also be used with automated corking machines 930 without modification. Further, multi-faceted transition bottles 100 may be used interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles in automated corking machine 930. [0100] Continuing, FIG. 9C shows compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 in conventional automated labeling machines 960 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. In large scale bottling operations, the process of labeling bottles is typically automated with very expensive capital equipment that is specifically designed to receive, label, and further convey bottles as part of the production process. Automated labeling machines 960 are, unsurprisingly, made for use with conventional round glass bottles, the de facto industry standard. As such, there is typically rotary bottle mechanism 970, a label feeder 980, and a label applicator 985 that are configured to mechanically interface with the body of a bottle and apply a label to the body. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 include a compatible round base portion (e.g., 180 of FIG. 1A) that is compatible with the rotary bottle mechanism 970, multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 may also be used with automated labeling machines 960 without modification. Further, multi-faceted transition bottles 100 may be used interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles in automated labeling machine 960. [0101] Advantageously, multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 may provide all of the benefits of the unique design discussed above, while maintaining backward compatibility with existing capital equipment used in large scale production operations as well as transport, shipping, and storage equipment. [0102] FIG. 10A shows a front elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Multi-faceted transition bottle 200 may include a closure portion 210, a neck portion 220, a shoulder portion 240, a multi-faceted body portion 260, and a base portion 280. Multi-faceted body portion 260 comprises a plurality of facets 265a-265d that seamlessly transition from facets 265a-265d to round base portion 280. [0103] In the embodiment depicted, facets 265a-265d are distributed around bottle 200 such that, when viewed from a top plan perspective, they form a substantially square shape. When viewed from the front elevation depicted in the figure, facets 265a of multi-faceted body portion 260 and facets 245a of shoulder portion 240 are shown. Each facet 265a-265d of multi-faceted body portion 260 comprises a substantially flat surface of a sufficient size that bottle 200 is capable of being laid in a horizontal manner such that it will not roll away. Further, facets 265a-265d seamlessly transition from a substantially (due to radius applied to face edges) square shape at multi-faceted body portion 260 to a round shape at round base portion 280 (and heel 285). Shoulder portion 240 may optionally include a plurality of facets 245a-245d that transition from neck portion 220 to multi-faceted body portion 260. While neck portion 220 may vary based on an application or design, shoulder portion 240 will necessarily change with neck portion 220. While the embodiment depicted shows shoulder portion 240 transition from the round and cylindrical part of neck portion 220 depicted to multi-faceted body portion 260, shoulder portion 240 will vary to ensure that neck portion 220 transitions from a given neck profile, whatever that may be for a given embodiment, to multi- faceted body portion 260. Edges between adjacent facets (e.g., 265a and 265b, 265b and 265c, 265c and 265d, and 265d and 265a) may be chamfered (not shown) or radiused 247 to enhance the aesthetic appeal of bottle 100. Similarly, shoulder portion 240 may be further modified (not shown) to enhance the aesthetic appeal of bottle 200, without impacting multi-faceted body portion 260 of bottle 200. [0104] Continuing, FIG. 10B shows a rear elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the rear elevation depicted in the figure, facet 265c of multi-faceted body portion 260 and facet 245c of shoulder portion 240 are shown. Continuing, FIG. 10C shows a left rotated elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the left rotated elevation depicted in the figure, two facets 265a, 265b of multi-faceted body portion 260 and two facets 245a, 245b of shoulder portion 240 are shown. Continuing, FIG. 10D shows a right rotated elevation view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the right elevation depicted in the figure, two facets 265c, 265d of multi-faceted body portion 260 and two facets 245c, 245d of shoulder portion 240 are shown. [0105] Continuing, FIG. 10E shows a top plan view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the top plan view depicted in the figure, the substantially square shape of bottle 200 is apparent. Because shoulder portion 240 is typically the widest portion of bottle 200, facets 245a-245d of shoulder portion 240, rather than facets 265a-265d, are shown in this view. Continuing, FIG. 10F shows a bottom plan view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed from the bottom plan view depicted in the figure, the round shape of round base portion 280 and heel 285 is apparent. Round base portion 280 and heel 285 have a round shape and diameter approximately the same size as the width of opposing facets (e.g., 245a and 245c) of bottle 200. As such, despite the round nature of round base portion 280, a facet 265a- 265d of multi-faceted body portion 260 makes contact with a surface when laid flat such that bottle 200 does not roll. While bottle 200 is depicted as including an optional punt 287, one of ordinary skill in the art, having the benefit of this disclosure, will appreciate that the inclusion of a punt is optional in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0106] FIG. 11A shows a top-facing perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed in this perspective, the transition that shoulder portion 240 provides from neck portion 220 to multi-faceted body portion 260 is shown. While difficult to represent in line art, the transition from multi-faceted body portion 260 to round base portion 280 is subtle such that the edges of adjacent facets (e.g., 265a and 265b) and radiused portions 267 disposed therebetween become less prominent as you move away from shoulder portion 240 and closer to round base portion 280, such that round base portion 280 and heel 285 are round. [0107] Continuing, FIG. 11B shows a bottom-facing perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. When viewed in this perspective, the round shape of heel 285 of round base portion 280 is more clearly shown. Continuing, FIG. 11C shows a top- facing right-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Because bottle 200 is wider at the shoulder (e.g., 240) than the base (e.g., 280), the substantially flat portion of each facet 265a-265d of the multi-faceted body portion (e.g., 260) permits bottle 200 to be laid flat in a horizontal manner without rolling. Continuing, FIG. 11D shows a bottom-facing left-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Optional punt 287 may, as depicted here, be modified for aesthetic purposes and include one or more facets of its own. FIG. 11E shows a top-facing left-side perspective view A FIG. 11F shows a bottom-facing right-side perspective view of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0108] FIG. 12A shows a front elevation view showing a width of a faceted portion of a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Because of the substantially square shape of multi-faceted body portion 260, bottle 200 has a narrower width 250 in a front (or rear) elevation view, where a single facet (e.g., 265a, 265b, 265c, or 265d) is shown. As shown in FIG. 12B multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 may have a different width 255 when viewed from a left rotated (or right rotated) elevation view. Because of the substantially square shape of multi-faceted body portion 260, bottle 200 presents a wider width 255 when viewed in a left or right rotated elevation view and a narrower width 250 when viewed in a front, rear, left, or right elevation view. This narrow width 250 enables higher pack density and packaging efficiency as discussed in more detail herein. [0109] FIG. 13A shows a right elevation view of a stack 1300 of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As previously discussed, each facet (e.g., 265a-265d) of multi- faceted body portion 260 has a surface that permits bottle 200 to be laid flat without rolling. Here, as depicted in the figure, three bottles 200 are stacked one on top of the other to show advantageously how bottles 200 may be stored and displayed in an optimal manner (horizontal for wine/cork interaction) without requiring a rack. FIG. 13B shows a top-facing right-side perspective view, FIG. 13C shows a top plan view, and FIG. 13D shows a bottom plan view of a stack 1300 of three multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As shown, a first bottle 200 may be laid flat on a faceted edge (e.g., 265a), where shoulder facet 245a is visible from this front elevation view. A faceted edge (e.g., 265a) of a second bottle 200 (where shoulder facet 250a is visible from this front elevation view) may be laid flat on another faceted edge (e.g., 265c) of first bottle 200 (where shoulder facet 245c is visible from this front elevation view). Similarly, a faceted edge (e.g., 265a) of a third bottle 200 (where shoulder facet 245a is visible from this front elevation view) may be laid flat on another faceted edge (e.g., 265c) of second bottle 200 (where shoulder facet 245c is visible from this front elevation view). In this way, a plurality of bottles 200 may be laid horizontally and stacked one on another, without requiring a rack. [0110] FIG. 14A shows a six bottle container 1400 for conventional round glass bottles 510. Conventional round glass bottles 510 are typically packaged in square (not shown) or rectangular 1400 containers. As shown, this particular container 1400 is configured to hold six conventional round glass bottles 510. For geometric reasons, round bottles 510 are placed in square slips 520 that results in a substantial amount of empty space surrounding each bottle 510, especially in the corners of slips 520. In order to prevent movement and breakage, additional packing material is required. This additional packing material represents additional cost, additional weight, additional fuel, and contributes further to the overall carbon footprint of shipping conventional round glass bottles. Continuing, FIG. 14B shows a six bottle container 1430 for six multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Multi-faceted transition bottles 200 have a unique profile, substantially square in the embodiment depicted, that fills more of slip space 1140 but more importantly provides additional structural support to container 1430. One faceted edge (e.g., 265a) of a first bottle 200 (where shoulder facet 245a is visible from this front elevation view) is supported by a faceted edge (e.g., 265c) of a second bottle 200 (where shoulder facet 245c is visible from this front elevation view). In this way, bottles 200 provide additional support to one another while also filling more of slip space 1440, such that substantially less packaging material is required, reducing breakage, reducing weight, reducing fuel costs, and reducing the carbon footprint. [0111] Wine conventionally ships in six- or twelve-bottle containers regardless of how many bottles (e.g., 510 of FIG. 14A) they actually contain. For example, six-bottle containers are often used to ship four bottles and twelve-bottle containers are often used to ship seven or ten bottles, requiring substantially more packaging material to prevent breakage. Because multi-faceted transition bottles 200 include facets (e.g., 265a-265d) having substantially flat surfaces, they may be stacked or connected to create new and interesting packaging configurations for different bottle counts. FIG. 15A shows a three bottle packing arrangement 1510 for multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As previously discussed, new distribution channels including direct to consumer have led to the shipment of fewer bottles than conventional six-, twelve-, or twenty four-bottle containers. As shown in the figure, the unique geometry of multi-faceted transition bottle 200 enables creative packing arrangements that simultaneously reduce the physical footprint of the container, but also provide enhanced structural support from bottle 200 to bottle 200. Continuing, FIG. 15B shows a four bottle packing arrangement and FIG. 15C shows a six bottle packing arrangement for multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0112] FIG. 16A shows a pallet for a plurality of containers of conventional round glass bottles. In large scale bottling operations, pallets are typically used to transport a large number of six-bottle containers 1400. On average, a standard 48”x40” pallet holds approximately 112 six-bottle-containers 1400, such that each pallet contains approximately 672 standard 750 ml round glass bottles (e.g., 510). However, due to the high-pack density of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases (e.g., 200), substantially more bottles may be palletized on the same standard size pallet. As previously discussed, multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases (e.g., 200) have a narrower width (e.g., 250 of FIG. 12A) when viewed from a left or right rotated elevation perspective. As such, this narrower width may be leveraged for creative packaging that enables higher pack density than conventional round bottles. As shown in FIG. 16B, a standard pallet may hold approximately 128 six-bottle containers 1430, such that each pallet contains approximately 768 multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases (e.g., 200). The increased pack density reduces packaging requirements, enhances the structural integrity of the pack, reduces weight, reduces the fuel costs, and reduces the carbon footprint. [0113] FIG. 17A shows a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in a large wine rack 1710 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Given that round glass bottles are the de facto industry standard, most conventional racks 1710, cellars (not shown), and other storage systems (not shown) are purposefully constructed for use with conventional round glass bottles. Advantageously, the round base portion (e.g., 280 of FIG. 11A) of multi-faceted transition bottles 200 ensures compatibility. Continuing, FIG. 17B shows a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in a small wine rack 1720 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. As shown, many conventional racks 1720, cellars (not shown), and other storage systems (not shown) rely on support for the neck portion and base portion of the bottle. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 include rounded bases (e.g., 280 of FIG. 11A) and heels (e.g., 285 of FIG. 11A), they are compatible with existing racks 1720, cellars (not shown), and storage systems (not shown). Advantageously, bottles 200 may be adopted for use without having to replace existing storage and may be stored interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles. [0114] FIG. 18A shows neck (e.g., 210 and 220) and base compatibility (e.g., 180 and 185) of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in conventional filling machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. In large scale bottling operations, the process of filling bottles is typically automated with very expensive capital equipment that is specifically designed to receive, fill, and further convey bottles as part of the production process. Automated filling machines 910 are, unsurprisingly, made for use with conventional round glass bottles, the de facto industry standard. As such, there is typically a neck portion 910 and a base portion 920 of automated filling machine 900 that have a mechanical interface that is designed to interface with the mechanical profile of conventional round glass bottles. While neck portion 910 of automated filling machine 900 is typically used to align and fill a bottle, base portion 920 is typically used to move the bottle as part of the production process. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 100 include a compatible closure 210 and neck portion 220, as well as a compatible round base portion (e.g., 280 of FIG. 11A), multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 may be used with automated filling machines 900 without modification. Further, multi-faceted transition bottles 200 may be used interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles in automated filling machine 900. [0115] Continuing, FIG. 18B shows neck (e.g., 210 and 220) and base compatibility (e.g., 180 and 185) of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in conventional corking machines in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. In large scale bottling operations, the process of corking bottles is typically automated with very expensive capital equipment that is specifically designed to receive, cork, and further convey bottles as part of the production process. Automated corking machines 930 are, unsurprisingly, made for use with conventional round glass bottles, the de facto industry standard. As such, there is typically a neck portion 940 that is configured to mechanically interface with the closure of a bottle and insert a cork with an interference fit such that it seals the bottle. While neck portion 940 of automated corking machine 930 is typically used to cork the bottle, a rotary portion 950 is typically used to move the bottle through corking as part of the production process. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 include a compatible closure 210 and neck portion 220, as well as a compatible round base portion (e.g., 280 of FIG. 11A), multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 may also be used with automated corking machines 930 without modification. Further, multi-faceted transition bottles 200 may be used interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles in automated corking machine 930. [0116] Continuing, FIG. 18C shows compatibility of multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 in conventional labeling machines 960 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. In large scale bottling operations, the process of labeling bottles is typically automated with very expensive capital equipment that is specifically designed to receive, label, and further convey bottles as part of the production process. Automated labeling machines 960 are, unsurprisingly, made for use with conventional round glass bottles, the de facto industry standard. As such, there is typically rotary bottle mechanism 970, a label feeder 980, and a label applicator 985 that are configured to mechanically interface with the body of a bottle and apply a label to the body. Because multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 include a compatible round base portion (e.g., 280 of FIG. 11A) that is compatible with the rotary bottle mechanism 970, multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases 200 may also be used with automated labeling machines 960 without modification. Further, multi- faceted transition bottles 200 may be used interchangeably with conventional round glass bottles in automated labeling machine 960. [0117] One of ordinary skill in the art, having the benefit of this disclosure, will recognize that, while the hexagonal and substantial square exemplars of a multi-faceted transition bottles with round bases have been shown and described above, other variations are within the scope of one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0118] FIG. 19A shows a multi-faceted (three facets arranged in a triangle configuration) transition bottle with round base 1910 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Continuing, FIG. 19B shows a multi-faceted (four facets arranged in a rectangular configuration) transition bottle with round base 1920 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Continuing, FIG. 19C shows a multi-faceted (six facets arranged in a hexagonal configuration with aesthetic shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base 1930 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Continuing, FIG. 19D shows a multi-faceted (six facets arranged in a hexagonal configuration with aesthetic shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base 1940 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Continuing, FIG. 19E shows a multi-faceted (six facets arranged in a hexagonal configuration with neck shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base 1950 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Continuing, FIG. 19F shows a multi-faceted (eight facets in an octagonal configuration with shoulder dressing) transition bottle with round base 1960 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. [0119] FIG. 20A shows a debossed label frame 2010 for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Debossed label frame 2010 can be added to bottle 100 – creating “a frame” with an indentation on the bottle’s 100 surface that may span one or more facets. This may be used for the application of paper labels or screen printing. [0120] Continuing, FIG. 20B shows an embossed label frame 2020 for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 100 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Embossed label frame 2020 can be added to bottle 100 – creating “a frame” with the raised embossed portion on the bottle’s 100 surface that may span one or more facets. This may be used for the application of paper labels or screen printing. [0121] FIG. 21A shows a debossed label frame 2110 for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Debossed label frame 2110 can be added to bottle 200 – creating “a frame” with an indentation on the bottle’s 200 surface that may span one or more facets. This may be used for the application of paper labels or screen printing. [0122] Continuing, FIG. 21B shows an embossed label frame 2120 for a multi-faceted transition bottle with round base 200 in accordance with one or more embodiments of the present invention. Embossed label frame 2120 can be added to bottle 200 – creating “a frame” with the raised embossed portion on the bottle’s 200 surface across portions of one or more facets. This may be used for the application of paper labels or screen printing. [0123] While the present invention has been described with respect to the above-noted embodiments, those skilled in the art, having the benefit of this disclosure, will recognize that other embodiments may be devised that are within the scope of the invention as disclosed herein. Accordingly, the scope of the invention should only be limited by the appended claims.

Claims

CLAIMS What is claimed is: 1. A multi-faceted transition bottle comprising: a multi-faceted body portion; and a round base portion, wherein the multi-faceted body portion comprises a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion.

2. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, further comprising: a neck portion; and a shoulder portion, wherein the shoulder portion comprises a transition from the neck portion to the multi- faceted body portion.

3. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein the multi-faceted body portion comprises at least one facet that allows the bottle to lay flat without rolling.

4. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein the multi-faceted transition bottle has a first width when viewed from a front or rear elevation and a second width when viewed from a left or right side elevation, and wherein the second width is smaller than the first width.

5. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein certain portions have reduced thickness to reduce overall weight.

6. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein certain portions have increased thickness to increase strength.

7. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein a length of the multi-faceted body portion is longer than a length of the round base portion.

8. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 2, wherein the neck portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

9. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein the round base portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

10. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is radiused.

11. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 1, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is chamfered.

12. A multi-faceted transition bottle comprising: a hexagon-faceted body portion; and a round base portion, wherein the hexagon-faceted body portion comprises a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion.

13. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, further comprising: a neck portion; and a shoulder portion, wherein the shoulder portion comprises a transition from the neck portion to the hexagon- faceted body portion.

14. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein the hexagon-faceted body portion comprises at least one facet that allows the bottle to lay flat without rolling.

15. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein the multi-faceted transition bottle has a first width when viewed from a front or rear elevation and a second width when viewed from a left or right side elevation, and wherein the second width is smaller than the first width.

16. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein certain portions have reduced thickness to reduce overall weight.

17. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein certain portions have increased thickness to increase strength.

18. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein a length of the hexagon-faceted body portion is longer than a length of the round base portion.

19. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 13, wherein the neck portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

20. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein the round base portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

21. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is radiused.

22. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 12, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is chamfered.

23. A multi-faceted transition bottle comprising: a square-faceted body portion; and a round base portion, wherein the square-faceted body portion comprises a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion.

24. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, further comprising: a neck portion; and a shoulder portion, wherein the shoulder portion comprises a transition from the neck portion to the square- faceted body portion.

25. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein the square-faceted body portion comprises at least one facet that allows the bottle to lay flat without rolling.

26. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein the multi-faceted transition bottle has a first width when viewed from a front or rear elevation and a second width when viewed from a left or right side elevation, and wherein the second width is smaller than the first width.

27. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein certain portions have reduced thickness to reduce overall weight.

28. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein certain portions have increased thickness to increase strength.

29. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein a length of the square-faceted body portion is longer than a length of the round base portion.

30. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 24, wherein the neck portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

31. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein the round base portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

32. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is radiused.

33. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 23, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is chamfered.

34. A multi-faceted transition bottle comprising: a triangle-faceted body portion; and a round base portion, wherein the triangle-faceted body portion comprises a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion.

35. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, further comprising: a neck portion; and a shoulder portion, wherein the shoulder portion comprises a transition from the neck portion to the triangle- faceted body portion.

36. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein the triangle-faceted body portion comprises at least one facet that allows the bottle to lay flat without rolling.

37. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein the multi-faceted transition bottle has a first width when viewed from a front or rear elevation and a second width when viewed from a left or right side elevation, and wherein the second width is smaller than the first width.

38. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein certain portions have reduced thickness to reduce overall weight.

39. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein certain portions have increased thickness to increase strength.

40. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein a length of the triangle-faceted body portion is longer than a length of the round base portion.

41. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 35, wherein the neck portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

42. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein the round base portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

43. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is radiused.

44. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 34, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is chamfered.

45. A multi-faceted transition bottle comprising: an octagon-faceted body portion; and a round base portion, wherein the octagon-faceted body portion comprises a seamless transition from the facets to the round base portion.

46. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, further comprising: a neck portion; and a shoulder portion, wherein the shoulder portion comprises a transition from the neck portion to the octagon- faceted body portion.

47. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein the octagon-faceted body portion comprises at least one facet that allows the bottle to lay flat without rolling.

48. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein the multi-faceted transition bottle has a first width when viewed from a front or rear elevation and a second width when viewed from a left or right side elevation, and wherein the second width is smaller than the first width.

49. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein certain portions have reduced thickness to reduce overall weight.

50. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein certain portions have increased thickness to increase strength.

51. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein a length of the octagon-faceted body portion is longer than a length of the round base portion.

52. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 46, wherein the neck portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

53. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein the round base portion has a diameter and a length that is compatible with conventional filling, bottling, and labeling equipment.

54. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is radiused.

55. The multi-faceted transition bottle of claim 45, wherein an intersection between adjacent facets is chamfered.