Personalize your wedding can coolers with your name, date or unique phrase and stand out from the rest. These customized coolers will be exclusively yours celebrating your special day. Our top-selling foam can coolers are less than a dollar each when purchased in quantities of 100 or more. With a large selection of color options available, there is bound to be one that fits your style! This contributes to the high demand for these cool favors! Customized can coolers serve a purpose as soon as they wrap around a drink. Their function? To spare your guests from dealing with wet hands, tables, and floors during the reception. Plus, these gifts have long-term benefits. Your loved ones will continue to utilize your personalized Koozies® long after your special day. They make for an ideal souvenir to help guests cherish memories of your joyous celebration. One of the reasons guests love save-the-date with Koozies is because it could easily be folded flat. It also proved to be useful, as many guests brought it with them to the wedding weekend celebration.

The Story Behind Koozie® Can Coolers

In addition to its practical function, the koozie has also gained a significant cultural status. It serves as a symbol of belonging, allowing individuals to proudly display their support for a preferred sports team, musical group, or simply a clever play on words. Moreover, it acts as a catalyst for conversations and showcases inside jokes and fond reminiscences. How did koozies go beyond their initial purpose? The koozie’s origins can be traced back to the mid-20th century, when people realized the need for a practical solution to keep beverages cool. As reportes on a scorching summer day in Texas, a construction worker noticed that tubing installation material could fit around his can perfectly. This handy invention was named “koozie” after his grandmother’s tea-pot warming “cozy.” In 1980, Radio Cap Company, a hat manufacturer in San Antonio, acquired the rights to both the product patent and name. It quickly gained popularity and led to various imitations being developed, resulting in trademark disputes. Hence, you may have heard other names for this can cooler such as stubby holders, huggies, coolies, and more. Radio Cap has changed their names over years to Norwood and now they just Koozie.

Koozie Comes With Innovative Materials

The initial koozie designs were basic and consisted of plain black sleeves made of solid foam in a cylindrical shape. According to eater.com, there was a transition from rigid foam shells to more flexible materials such as compressible neoprene in the 1990s. This resulted in a versatile product that could accommodate various types of containers, including cans, bottles, and more. These upgrades not only expanded the available choices for customers, but also enhanced the effectiveness of koozies. With increased insulation capabilities, they were able to maintain beverages at a colder temperature for a longer period of time. Additionally, their water-resistant feature effectively shielded against condensation and kept hands dry.

The KOOZIE brand gained widespread recognition, however, it eventually evolved into a generic term, similar to “Band-Aid” or “Kleenex,” meaning it is now commonly used to describe any type of insulated beverage container, not just the specifically branded RCC product. This versatile accessory is designed to fit most popular cans and glass bottles, making it a must-have for any trendy drink. With a vibrant full-color imprint and convenient collapsible design, you can easily show off your personality while keeping your beverage refreshingly chilled without any hassle. Don’t wait, grab yours now and stay cool wherever you go! KOOZIE® is known for its high-quality materials and durable water-resistant design, making it the perfect option for any special occasion or budget. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, celebrating employee appreciation week, hosting a company picnic, or showing team spirit, KOOZIE® has something for you. Plus, with lasting usability, our products serve as a memorable keepsake of your message.