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# Ritualistic Gin Branding
The Packaging for Gillemore Gin is Inspired by Black Magic

By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-07-21 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gin-branding
References: [lovelypackage](http://lovelypackage.com/gillemore/)

Gillmore Gin is a new Belgian spirit that boasts [dynamic gin branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterloo-gin) that uses powerful images inspired by dark rituals and black magic. The visual branding and packaging was created by Skinn Branding Agency based on the creator's vision of a magic-inspired brand.

The 'magical gin' is contained in [opaque black scientific flask](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oola-distillery) with a cork stopper kept in place but a white label and delicate wording in a white san serif font. Gillmore Gin's logo features a dizzying spiral and directly positions the product as 'magical.' The front of the bottle also makes note of the product's [small-batch distilling methods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-ground-spirits), which takes place in a traditional copper pot still.

Gillmore Gin is a premium gin brand founded by Louis Gillemon, a 19-year-old entrepreneur.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.9/10
- Popularity: 48% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Dark Ritual Branding:** There's a growing market for spirits with branding inspired by darker, ritualistic themes.
- **Opaque Packaging:** More spirit brands are experimenting with opaque or non-transparent packaging for added intrigue and mystery.
- **Youthful Entrepreneurs:** An increasing number of young entrepreneurs are disrupting the spirits industry with innovative branding and marketing strategies.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Spirits:** The spirits industry presents opportunities for fresh, creative branding and innovative packaging designs.
- **Branding:** There's a growing market for branding agencies that specialize in crafting unique, unconventional brand identities for clients.
- **Craft Distilling:** Young entrepreneurs like Louis Gillemon are disrupting the spirits industry with small-batch distilling methods and unique branding strategies.

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