Traverse Bay Farms Only Uses Glass Bottles: Supporting the “Deplasticize Your Home” Movement
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Updated: June, 2026
Author: Andy LaPointe - Co-Founder of Traverse Bay Farms
Quick Summary
Since 2001, Traverse Bay Farms has bottled every drop of its award-winning Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate in recyclable glass, never plastic. This post explains why glass matters for your health and the planet, and how Traverse Bay Farms supports the deplasticize your home movement.
At-a-Glance
- Glass bottles since: 2001, never plastic
- Cherry source: USA-grown, primarily Northern Michigan, never imported
- Unique guarantee: Industry-only sediment-free cherry juice concentrate
- Awards: 38+ national food awards for quality and flavor
- Mission: Clean, functional nutrition in its purest form, without compromise
Glass Over Plastic: A Conscious Packaging Choice
Unlike many juice brands that rely on plastic containers and imported fruit, Traverse Bay Farms uses only glass bottles for its cherry juice concentrate, and has for over two decades. At Traverse Bay Farms, we believe every health choice should also be a smart environmental one.
Why Glass?
- Non-reactive: Glass will not leach chemicals into the juice.
- Infinitely recyclable: Without degrading quality, unlike plastic.
- Preserves quality: Protects the flavor, potency, and antioxidant value of tart cherries.
- Reduces plastic: Helps you cut plastic from your pantry, kitchen, and daily life.
Andy LaPointe, Co-Founder of Traverse Bay Farms
“Our customers want more than just clean ingredients, they want packaging that aligns with their values. That is what glass delivers.”
What Makes Our Cherry Juice Concentrate Different
Five Reasons to Choose Traverse Bay Farms
- 1. 100% USA-Grown Tart Cherries. We source from Northern Michigan orchards. No imported cherries. No shortcuts. Just fresh, flavorful fruit grown close to home.
- 2. Glass Bottles Only, No Plastic Ever. From farm to shelf, we preserve our juice in glass to honor both your health and the earth's resources.
- 3. The Only Sediment-Free Guarantee in the Cherry Industry. Our cherry juice concentrate is clarified for purity, so there is no shaking, no grit, and no mess.
- 4. A Leader in the Deplasticize Movement. We stand with millions of Americans who are cutting plastic from their diets, routines, and homes.
- 5. 38+ National Food Awards and Counting. Recognized coast-to-coast for flavor, integrity, and innovation.
Why Packaging Matters for Wellness
The Microplastics Concern
Health-conscious shoppers are increasingly paying attention not just to what is inside the bottle, but to what the bottle is made of. As research raises concerns about microplastics in food and water, glass has become a go-to for families looking to detox their homes inside and out. It is a small change with a big ripple effect: supporting your health, protecting the environment, and reinforcing your values with every pour.
Trusted by Wellness Seekers Since 2001
Commonly Associated Benefits of Tart Cherry Juice
- Joint comfort and mobility
- Inflammation management related to physical exercise
- Deeper, more restful sleep
- Faster post-exercise recovery
Now, with our long-standing use of glass-only packaging, it is also becoming a kitchen staple for families focused on clean, sustainable living.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why People Trust Traverse Bay Farms
- Recognized with 38+ National Awards for Flavor Excellence
- Glass Bottles Only Since 2001, Never Plastic
- Family-Owned, Community-Focused Company in Northern Michigan
- The Only Brand with a Sediment-Free Cherry Juice Guarantee
Ready to Deplasticize Your Pantry?
No plastic. No fillers. Just award-winning cherry juice, bottled in glass with care since 2001.
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