The lid on a coffee capsule is a small circle of aluminum, yet it carries the weight of the brand. It locks in freshness, shapes the brewing experience, and creates a tactile connection between coffee roaster and coffee drinker. In a market overflowing with blends and capsules, the lid has become a canvas for creativity — a way to highlight brand identity and stand out.

We can help you transform a humble coffee lid into your brand’s signature.

From Embossing to Shadow Print: Texture and Visual Depth

In the world of capsules, feel matters. Amcor’s embossing solutions give brands the power to stand out both visually and sensorially, while innovative Shadow Print delivers the premium look of embossing without the cost of tooling.

•Standard Embossing : Ideal for classic elegance. Choose from no embossing, worm embossing, or silk embossing — each creating distinct textures that subtly influence touch and aesthetic.

• Personalized Embossing: For brands ready to own their look. A logo, a pattern, or a signature mark embossed directly into the lid — an unmistakable touch of identity and quality. Economically suited for high-volume SKUs, it’s a mark consumers will notice.

• Shadow Print : The innovation that bridges embossing and printing. Using soft white or grey ink, Shadow Print simulates the 3D depth of embossing, giving lids a tactile appearance even on smaller runs. With Shadow Print, creativity isn’t limited by scale here. It’s a cost-effective way to deliver a premium look, perfect for limited editions, seasonal blends, or smaller portfolios.

Printing: Turning Aluminum into Art

Shadow Print gives you the visual depth of embossing with the flexibility of printing. But if your goal is full artistic expression, color differentiation, or intricate graphics, traditional printing techniques expand your creative possibilities even further.

With Direct Food Contact (DFC) inks, every color meets the highest safety standards — not only for capsule contact, but throughout the brewing process.

• CMYK Print: Full artistic range using process colors for striking visuals and intricate designs.

• Full-Color Coverage: Use color as a cue to differentiate blends, intensities, or limited editions.

• Logo Print: Keep it minimal with a one-color brand logo or blend name, using positive or negative print techniques.

Whether you're launching a new blend, elevating your premium line, or simply looking to stand out on the shelf, let your lid speak volumes.