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From the Forest of Rusk Snacks

From the Forest of Rusk

From the Forest of Rusk is a packaging design for a rusk snack sold in supermarkets and mass retailers in Japan. The design is based on the world of a picture book and shows animals that live in the Forest of Rusk. Each animal character is formed from the rusk itself, photographed as an actual product rather than created with computer graphics. The size of the eyes, nose and mouth was adjusted in millimetres to make each character appealing. The package measures 140 by 210 by 40 millimetres. New animals can be added as new flavours are introduced.

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Heffron Spirits and Alcohol

Heffron

Heffron is the packaging design for a rum produced by a Czech distillery. The rum honors the Czechoslovak legions, who fought in Russia between 1914 and 1918 and helped establish the Czechoslovak Republic. Heffron is the name of the last ship that carried the legionnaires from Russia to Europe. The design is inspired by the letters the soldiers sent home during the long journey. The transparent glass bottle holds 500 ml. The label is made of textured cream paper with a letter stamp perforation die cut and local gloss varnish, printed in three colors.

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Beer Mail by Volfas Engelman Craft Packaging

Beer Mail by Volfas Engelman

Beer Mail is a packaging design for a range of craft beers. The labels are framed like postage stamps, a reference to the brand name and to the collectible quality of stamps. Each variety carries a collage illustration that joins elements that appear unrelated at first glance. Ingredients used in the beer are hidden within the illustrations, so the consumer can look for them. The beer is sold in 330 ml glass bottles with digitally printed labels and in 500 ml printed cans. The design reflects the small production quantities of the range.

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Cascahuin Tequila

Cascahuin

Cascahuin is a bottle designed for tequila. The mouth, ring and neck of the bottle were modified so that the sealing system works with a cork stopper. The brand icon is applied in high relief on the neck, which gives the package a characteristic seal. The glass container is produced by blow molding, with sodium-calcium glass as the base material. The stopper is made from selected natural cork grains inked with food grade vegetable pigments. The bottle measures 70 by 70 by 260 millimeters. The design takes inspiration from pre-Hispanic crafts, materials and the reading of the stars.

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Alpine Ancient Trees Dark Tea

Alpine Ancient Trees

Alpine Ancient Trees is a packaging design for dark tea. The outer box is a clamshell form made in one piece from F-flute corrugated paper laminated with single-faced F-flute corrugated paper. Layers of corrugated paper are stacked to create a contour shape that recalls a tea mountain and the natural setting of ancient tea trees. The stacked base also holds the pressed tea in place. The box measures 284 by 226 by 94 millimetres and can be shipped flat to reduce transport costs. After use, the tray can hold a small bonsai on a desk. All materials are recyclable.

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Solemici Packaging Concept

Solemici

Solemici is a packaging design for Italian meat delicacies such as salami and prosciutto. The design compares the taste of the product with masterpieces of Renaissance art. The main package is a plastic tray printed with a marble texture. The paper header is produced with offset printing and gold foil stamping, which supports the premium character of the product. The tray measures 225 mm in height and 123 mm in width. Bright colors and contrasting details help the product stand out on the store shelf. The design also reflects respect for traditional production methods.

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