# Gourmet Mexican Chocolate Packaging Menta Produces a Chic and Elegant Identity for Noble Cacao By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-03-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-mexican-chocolate References: [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/78095253/Noble-Cacao) & [menta.is](http://www.menta.is) [Noble Cacao](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-happy-egg-co-omelettes) is a company that prides itself with its gourmet Mexican chocolate product. The business relies on a passionate approach to ingredient selection and experimentation, focusing on carefully selected cacao grown from the rainforests of Mexico, with a focus on "the aromas of pineapple, banana, mango, flowers and precious woods." To meet the incredibly sophisticated standard and curious taste of its gourmet Mexican chocolate, Noble Cacao also needed a subtle and elegant visual identity that would capture the attention of consumers who are looking to indulge in a luxurious manner. As a result, Noble Cacao taps Guadalajara-based design firm Menta who draws inspiration from "flavor intensity, unique notes, and lush origin." The gourmet Mexican chocolate ends up entertaining a [minimalist packaging aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadbury-bournville) that is accented through a stylish font and a bold colorway. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Food Packaging:** There is an opportunity to create sleek and modern packaging designs for high-end food products. - **Minimalist Design Aesthetics:** A minimalistic design approach can be effective for making a product appear elegant and high-end. - **Flavor-driven Product Design:** Designing products with an emphasis on flavor can create a unique and memorable experience for customers. ### Where This Applies - **Food Packaging:** Companies can differentiate themselves by creating packaging that captures the essence of the product and appeals to luxury consumers. - **Design and Branding:** Branding and design firms have an opportunity to create visually striking packaging that highlights the unique qualities of high-end products. - **Gourmet Food Products:** Manufacturers of gourmet food and drink products can use packaging to convey the quality and uniqueness of their offerings, attracting discerning customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mezcal-Paired Artisanal Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairtrade-chocolate.md) - [Wine-Infused Chocolate Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vine-to-bar-chocolate.md) - [Fine Art-Covered Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-cacao-artbars.md) - [Elegant Rum Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zacapa-rum.md) - [Luxurious Chocolate Tasting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-coffee-tasting.md) - [Expressive Beer Packagings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buqui-bichi-brewery.md) - [Vibrant Spanish Meat Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onmi-design.md) - [Contemporary Tea Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chaiboy.md) - [Exceptional Tequila Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-and-packaging-redesign.md)