Abstract: A grippable container is provided for foodstuffs and other items, in which the container includes a closed bottom, an open top, and a body extending between the bottom and top, wherein the body includes a plurality of gripping indentations which are circumferentially spaced apart at an obtuse angle from each other. The grippable indentations each comprise a recess on the container body that has a relief pattern of substantially parallel projections, such as ribs. The grippable indentations on the container make it possible for a user to easily grasp and pick up a relatively large container from the side with enhanced control.

Abstract: A liquid cryogen dispensing system employing a splash-reducing nozzle for substantially reliable and uniform dispensing of liquid cryogen into a container for a beverage, food product, or other product, such as a still (non-carbonated) hot-filled container. The dispensing system has a nozzle which includes an orifice plate having an array of apertures to dispense a dose of liquid cryogen into an underlying container as a generally ring-shaped “shower” of discrete liquid cryogen streams, which can be gently impacted upon the surface of the contents of the container to minimize splashing, and help ensure satisfactory pressurization or inerting of the container.