Abstract: An improved ice cream cone holder includes a conical portion with an open end and a closed end and at least one de-nesting formation about the open end to inhibit vacuum formation in stacks of the holders. Additionally, embodiments comprise at least one drainage formation at the open end to allow melt to enter the conical portion rather than to overflow a rim of a disc portion formed about the open end. Embodiments contemplate varying a distribution pattern of the drainage formations, the de-nesting formations, or both from holder to holder.

Abstract: A new use for an ice cream cone holder, the holder comprising a cylindrical portion with an open end and a closed end and a disc portion about the open end. The new use is preventing pest entry into bottles by placing a closed end of the ice cream cone holder over an open bottle so that the holder engages at least one of a side wall, a top, and a pour spout mounted in a top of a bottle. Using the holder in such a fashion is surprisingly effective, efficient of user resources, and easy to use.