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Slam Dunk Vodka Endorsements

Luv Shaq is Touted as an Athlete-Friendly Vodka

— December 27, 2012 — Lifestyle
It probably won't make you grow over 7 feet tall, but Luv Shaq might give you a smile as big as NBA future Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal.

Luv Shaq is Shaq's new vodka and features his big goofy smile on the bottle. This packaging choice is obviously a ploy to cash in on his bigger than life personality and global notoriety as a former NBA superstar.

The title itself is a play off the 1989 song Love Shack by The B-52's, which adds another layer of cultural relevance.

Luv Shaq is a partnership between Shaq (who now works as a television basketball analyst) and Philly-based Devotion Spirits.

In an effort to make the vodka appealing to athletes, Devotion Spirits created the drink to be sugar and gluten free.
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Alcohol Endorsements - Opportunity for other celebrities to collaborate with alcohol brands to leverage their personal brand and reach.
2. Sports-inspired Alcoholic Beverages - Chance to create unique alcoholic beverages tailored specifically for athletes, considering their dietary and health preferences.
3. Cultural References in Packaging - Potential to incorporate popular songs or cultural references into product packaging to enhance brand recognition and consumer appeal.
Industry Implications
1. Alcohol Industry - Opportunity for alcohol brands to collaborate with celebrities and create unique product offerings that cater to specific consumer segments.
2. Sports Industry - Chance for sports brands to capitalize on the growing market for sports-inspired alcoholic beverages and promote their brand through collaborations with alcohol companies.
3. Packaging Industry - Potential for packaging companies to offer innovative and customized solutions that incorporate cultural references and enhance the visual appeal of consumer products.
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