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Whimsical Chocolate Stout Beers

Karbach Brewing Co.'s Product Borrows Roald Dahl's Aesthetics

— February 6, 2019 — Marketing
A whimsical seasonal chocolate stout beer is made available to consumers by Karbach Brewing Co. The drink boasts an IBU of 25 and a 5.5% alcohol by volume.

Karbach Brewing Co. has curated a rather playful and imaginative aesthetic for the product. The chocolate stout beer boldly takes inspiration from Roald Dahl's famous 1964 book, 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.' The packaging borrows the color palette of the tale, while the description on the brewery's website is rhyming and carries a wonderous vibe. The title 'Your Golden Ticket!' stands out to browsing shoppers and further solidifies the origin of the inspiration.

The seasonal chocolate stout beer is made available from January through March and is sure to delight the consumer who is slightly nostalgic for old children's tales.
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Packaging - There is an opportunity for breweries to create playful and imaginative packaging inspired by literature and childhood tales, like Roald Dahl's 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', to attract consumers.
2. Seasonal Craft Beers - Breweries can capitalize on the consumer's longing for nostalgia by offering seasonal craft beers, like Karbach Brewing Co.'s whimsical chocolate stout, during specific time periods.
3. Rhyming and Wonderous Description - Craft breweries can enhance customer engagement and create a sense of curiosity by utilizing rhyming and wonderous descriptions for their products' online listings, like the description used by Karbach Brewing Co.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Beer - The craft beer industry can embrace whimsical and nostalgic themes, like literature-inspired packaging and seasonal offerings, to differentiate themselves and attract consumers.
2. Brewery Packaging - Brewery packaging companies have an opportunity to create unique and imaginative designs for craft beer products, drawing inspiration from beloved books and childhood tales.
3. E-commerce for Craft Beers - E-commerce platforms catering to craft beer can emphasize engaging product descriptions that incorporate rhyming and wonderous elements to enhance the online shopping experience.
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