Budweiser has truly captured the essence of the Lunar New Year (Tet) in Vietnamese culture with its beautifully designed festive limited edition beer bottle. Recognizing the importance of gifting and strengthening bonds during this significant period, the design of the limited edition beer bottle embodies the spirit of Tet. Traditional elements such as the zodiac animal of the year and vibrant colours symbolizing luck and prosperity are gracefully incorporated into the design, creating a visually captivating gifting experience.
The limited edition beer bottle serves as a valuable gift that reflects thoughtfulness and reinforces the bond between professionals. It’s a unique and visually appealing gift that shows a commitment to the relationship while also celebrating the joyous occasion of Tet. Budweiser’s design fosters a sense of togetherness and strengthens family bonds. The festive design sparks conversations and creates joyful moments, enhancing the overall celebration of Tet.
Despite Budweiser’s inconsistency in leveraging its distinctive red colour and Tet/festive icons in recent years, which has undermined the brand’s trendy and international image, the brand has embraced a solution in the year of the dragon (2024).
Incorporating the significance of the mythical dragon in Vietnamese culture, Budweiser and BlackMoon Studios have crafted a visually stunning packaging that showcases the majestic and powerful nature of the dragon. The intricate and vibrant illustrations symbolise luck, prosperity, and strength, effectively capturing the essence of the dragon and making it an eye-catching and symbolic choice for gifting during the Lunar New Year.
By incorporating the dragon, Budweiser not only honours Vietnamese cultural beliefs but also creates a unique and engaging experience for consumers. The limited edition pack design allows individuals to connect with the cultural significance of the dragon and celebrate the year of the dragon in a memorable way.
Touches of Budweiser’s iconic elements are also integrated into the design, such as the bow tie symbol used to create the dragon scales and the firework motif in the background. Overall, by incorporating the mythical creature of the dragon into their limited edition pack design for the lunar new year, Budweiser pays homage to Vietnamese culture and provides consumers with a visually captivating and culturally resonant gift option for celebrating the year of the dragon.
Creative Partner and Founder, James Diaz Alberdi, explains, “We wanted to create a design that truly captured the essence of the 2024 lunar new year, which is the year of the dragon. Our goal was to craft a limited edition aluminium Budweiser bottle that would not only celebrate the cultural significance of this mythical creature but also resonate with consumers and collectors alike.”
Take a look at the stunning design below:
