Let’s start with a truly wild story, shall we? One that involves flight school, canine teeth, and a beverage container. Back in 2000, a chap named Armand Ferranti was apparently taught the rather unorthodox skill of using his own chompers to de-lid a beer can. As you might imagine, this peculiar talent made him quite the legend at parties, probably right up until the dentist bills started piling up. Fast forward eleven years, and a lightbulb moment struck while Armand was watching a friend struggle with a wine foil cutter. Surely, there had to be a less orthodontist-intensive way to achieve that open-can bliss.
Thus began the odyssey that led Armand and his co-founder, Sean Kelly, into their very own “man cave” (presumably less billionaire-superhero-lab, more shed with innovative ideas). Like any great invention, the path to perfection involved a “storm of revisions.” But eventually, they cracked it, resulting in what we now know as DraftTop® – the ultimate bar tool designed to safely remove and, crucially, lift off the entire top of almost any beverage can. The goal is simple yet revolutionary: so you can actually, properly, fully enjoy what you’re drinking.
Forget that narrow opening that stifles aroma and feels less than premium. DraftTop is here to liberate your beverage experience. And now, that genius concept has evolved into two distinct tools, each designed for a specific kind of beverage liberation: the Draft Top Pro for the professionals and the Draft Top LIFT Universal for absolutely everyone else.
The Draft Top LIFT Universal is the everyday hero, the one tool you’ll ever need for cracking open virtually any can size under the sun. Seriously, from those mini 7.5 oz soda cans to the mighty 25 oz Tall Boys you might grab on a whim, this thing handles them all flawlessly. It’s built with durable, high-quality materials designed for repeated use and long-term reliability. Its innovative design performs a clean removal, leaving behind a smooth, drinkable edge that feels much more akin to sipping from a glass. And that’s the key benefit – by fully opening the can, you unlock the full spectrum of flavours and aromas, giving you a richer, more enjoyable experience with every sip. It’s compact, portable, and incredibly easy to use and clean, making it your go-to for everything from backyard BBQs and tailgating to camping trips or just relaxing at home.
No more fumbling with multiple openers or struggling with stubborn tops; the LIFT Universal simplifies your drink life and elevates your experience, turning any can into a wide-open container ready for sipping, mixing, or pouring without spills. It’s not just a gadget; it’s an investment in quality and convenience, built to last and ready for any occasion.
For businesses looking to seriously step up their beverage service game, there’s the Draft Top Pro. This robust, stainless-steel beast is engineered for commercial use in bars, restaurants, stadiums, and event venues. It’s designed to revolutionise how canned drinks are served, offering patrons a premium experience that rivals drinking from glassware. By cleanly removing the entire can top, the Pro allows the full flavour and aroma of cocktails, seltzers, and beers to shine through, enhancing taste and presentation.
But it’s not just about the customer; the DT Pro significantly boosts bar efficiency. It speeds up service by eliminating the need for pouring into glasses, reduces glassware cleaning time, and minimises spills, freeing up staff to focus on serving more customers efficiently. Furthermore, it’s a brilliant tool for increasing revenue. Imagine crafting visually stunning, Instagram-worthy cocktails directly in the can – it elevates the perceived value of canned drinks and encourages organic social media promotion for the establishment. Durable, versatile, and built to withstand the demands of high-volume environments, the Draft Top Pro is a tool that businesses can truly count on to enhance both the customer experience and operational efficiency.
Ultimately, whether you opt for the professional-grade power of the Lift Pro or the everyday versatility of the Lift Universal, DraftTop is changing the game for canned beverages. By simply removing the top, you’re unlocking a world of enhanced flavour and aroma, making it easier than ever to add garnishes, mixers, or even use clever accessories like can clips.
These tools are built with high standards of quality and craftsmanship, designed for durability and reliability. DraftTop isn’t just about opening cans; it’s about elevating the simple act of having a drink into a more enjoyable, flavourful experience, proving that sometimes, the most ingenious solutions are the ones that just let you get straight to the good stuff.
