EAT YOUR BOURBON printed in the center over top an image of soy being mixed
2024
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Bourbon Barrel Foods

Crafting an Authentic Refresh of a Storied Artisan Food Brand

Bourbon Barrel Foods is renowned in the Bluegrass for their small-batch, handcrafted soy sauce, spices, and other foods. They’re renowned in the Louisville food scene and made fans of world-renowned chefs. However, owner Matt Jamie wanted to expand far beyond his Louisville storefront and grow the store’s ecommerce presence. To do this, they needed a refreshed brand built for expansion while remaining rooted in their story.
400%
revenue growth over 3 years
50%
Reduction in cost per lead

Beyond Demographics into Motivations

What emotional and psychological motivations underlie food purchase decisions? We began by diving into the company’s history, learning the processes in an immersive tour, and tasting the food. Then we explored far and wide into industry trends and academic research to identify our core audiences along with their wants and needs.

Drawing on Deep Reserves of Story

Equipped with strategic insights, we began building a visual language and written voice crafted to resonate with our target audience and to reflect Bourbon Barrel Foods’ story and values. As we refined our creative approach, we drew inspiration from a variety of sources: agricultural illustrations, the rich colors of bourbon, the typography of vintage food packaging, Japanese design philosophy, and the spirit of Kentucky.

A Brand Built for Quick Launch

As we honed our creative approach through collaboration with the client, we designed with specific applications in mind, specifically their new website and ad campaigns. This allowed us to move nimbly and efficiently into the web design phase, while helping the clients envision their brand in the real world.

// Results
A Blend of Rich Legacy and Bold Vision
When we showed our early concepts to Bourbon Barrel Foods, they were blown away by the depth of our understanding and how well we captured their story. The final brand is one that reflects their history, highlights their quality products, and positions them for future growth and expansion.
Client Name
Bourbon Barrel Foods
Capabilities
Market Research, Brand Strategy, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Web Design, Web Development
Industry
Retail, Ecommerce
Platforms
Shopify, Meta, Google
Year
2024
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