ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 18 -- United States Patent no. 12,324,532, issued on June 10.

"Portable beverage holder device" was invented by Mitchell Ham (Goldsboro, N.C.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The invention is a lightweight, easily transportable, and effective solution for securing beverages and small items in outdoor settings. The device includes a pouch that releasably attaches to an elongated support through the use of a connecting pin. By utilizing a simple pouch and articulating joint system, this invention provides a more versatile and user-friendly alternative to existing outdoor beverage holders."

The patent was filed on March 4, 2025, under Application No. 19/070,232.

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