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# Chinese New Year-Themed Whiskeys
Glenfiddich Celebrates The Lunar New Year With New Gran Reserva

By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-01-18 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gran-reserva
References: [moodiedavittreport](https://www.moodiedavittreport.com/glenfiddich-launches-limited-edition-gift-pack-for-chinese-new-year/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=glenfiddich-launches-limited-edition-gift-pack-for-chinese-new-year) & [glenfiddich](https://www.glenfiddich.com/ca/)

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Iconic scotch whiskey brand [Glenfiddich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glenfiddich-lunar-new-year) has unveiled a limited-edition Chinese New Year-themed version of its [Gran Reserva](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gorgas-and-ancon) 21-Year-Old Single Malt. The new expression arrives as a travel retail-exclusive, making it a unique collector's item.

The Lunar New Year-inspired gift pack was designed by renowned illustrator Rlon Wang. According to Glenfiddich, Wang's design, which features a colorful and richly detailed drawing, evokes “a world of good fortune and auspicious wonders.” The illustration features Glendfiddich's Royal Stag front and center surrounded by traditional Chinese imagery such as lanterns, lotus flowers, and a large soaring phoenix.

Bottled at 43.2% ABV (higher than its domestic market counterpart), the limited-edition expression is said to blend flavors from Scotland and the Caribbean, thanks to its rum cask finish.

Image Credit: Glenfiddich

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 69% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 11%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Limited-edition Themed Alcohol:** Whiskey brands can create limited-edition themed alcohol to appeal to collectors and those looking for unique gifts during special occasions like Chinese New Year.
- **Collaborations with Renowned Artists:** Alcohol brands can collaborate with renowned artists to create custom packaging for their products, making them more appealing to collectors and art enthusiasts.
- **Higher Alcohol Content Limited-editions:** Alcohol brands can release higher ABV limited-edition versions of their products to add exclusivity and collectibility, encouraging consumers to buy more than just the standard offerings.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Alcohol:** Alcohol companies can leverage Chinese New Year and other special occasions to release limited-edition themed products with custom packaging as collector's items.
- **Art:** Artists can collaborate with alcohol brands to create custom packaging for their limited-edition themed products, reaching and tapping into new audiences and markets.
- **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the hype around limited-edition themed alcohol products during special occasions like Chinese New Year by promoting and displaying them prominently in-store, potentially boosting sales and foot traffic.

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