# Combination Locks for Booze The Bottle Lock is a Creative Way to Curb Alcohol Consumption By Howard Wu | Published 2009-11-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bottle-lock References: [iwantoneofthose](http://www.iwantoneofthose.com/the-bottle-lock/index.html) This combination bottle lock is certainly a new way to [control alcohol consumption](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pour-decision). Without the need for a key, the only stumbling block that must be avoided is forgetting the combination to the Bottle Lock. While it may be intended for functional reasons such as [locking your wine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinaluminum-wine-suitcase) until it’s adequately aged, or to [seal your bottle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-cask-at-a-time) without re-corking, the Bottle Lock can also be used in social situations (i.e. ensuring your designated driver doesn’t drink too much, or preventing your kids from drinking while you’re not at home). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Alcohol Consumption Control:** The Bottle Lock creates new and creative ways to control and monitor alcohol consumption. - **Smart Lock Applications:** The combination bottle lock paves the way for innovations in smart lock applications across various markets, including home security and travel. - **Functional Bottle Locks:** The Bottle Lock introduces the concept of functional bottle locks that can be used for different purposes outside of traditional bottle seals. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Alcohol and Beverage Industry:** The Bottle Lock can be marketed to the alcohol and beverage industry as an innovative way to promote responsible drinking and prevent underage alcohol consumption. - **Home Security Industry:** The combination bottle lock can inspire new innovations in home security locks and smart lock systems. - **Travel Industry:** The Bottle Lock can be used as a travel accessory by tourists who want to secure their belongings, adding a new layer of security to traditional luggage locks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dry January Drink Lockers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drink-locker.md) - [Locking Lotion Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotion-lock.md) - [Lockable Soda Bottle Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockable-bottles.md) - [Impaired Judgment Phone Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunk-mode-locker.md) - [Wine Bottle Cork Trimmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qwikcork.md) - [Bottle-Optimizing Wine Stoppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-stopper-1.md) - [Smart Bottle Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bottle-opener.md) - [Alcohol-Monitoring Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholmonitoring-bracelet.md) - [Flavor Preservation Wine Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coravin-timeless-three-sl.md)