Bronze Packaging · 2026
Narangam and Cardamom Heritage Liqueur
- Bronze A' Design Award 2026 in Packaging
- CLIENT: Brandsthan
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About Narangam and Cardamom Heritage Liqueur
The packaging design presents two liqueur variants through a cohesive visual architecture rooted in heritage inspired detailing and contemporary clarity. Distinct orange and green color systems support immediate variant recognition, while structured typography and ornamental borders reinforce hierarchy. A vintage distillery illustration combined with botanical elements communicates origin and ingredient identity. Balanced composition, controlled spacing, and subtle embossing cues enhance premium perception, creating a unified product family with strong shelf visibility and timeless appeal.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
Narangam and Cardamom Heritage Liqueur is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a highly prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. Narangam and Cardamom Heritage Liqueur is expected to be a highly regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. Narangam and Cardamom Heritage Liqueur splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- Maharani Mahansar Narangam and Cardamom reinterpret royal Indian heritage through a contemporary luxury lens. Inspired by Rajasthani citrus orchards and aromatic spice traditions, the designs integrate vibrant orange and deep green palettes with gold foiling and tactile embossing. Palace-inspired motifs and structured layouts balance cultural storytelling with modern shelf impact, creating a distinctive and globally positioned premium craft liqueur identity.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The bottle label dimensions are Width 105 mm x Depth 2 mm x Height 120 mm. And the box label dimensions are Width 149 mm x Depth 70 mm x Height 245 mm. The product is housed in a premium 750 ml custom-molded glass bottle with a high-clarity flint finish and balanced shoulder geometry. The label is die-cut in a shield profile and printed on textured premium stock with hot foil stamping, embossing, and spot UV. The rigid box is crafted from high-GSM paperboard with matte lamination, gold foiling, and precision die-cutting for structural integrity and luxury presentation.
- Tags
- Maharani Mahansar, Cardamom, Narangam, Heritage Liqueur, Rajasthan, Royal, Vintage, Mahansar, Rajao ki Daroo
- Production Technology
- The label was developed using a precision vector-based design system to ensure scalability and print clarity. High-resolution engraving illustrations were digitally rendered to replicate vintage etching aesthetics. The shield contour was die-cut for structural distinction. Production utilizes premium textured label stock with hot foil stamping, micro-embossing, and spot UV detailing. Offset printing with controlled color calibration ensures depth in orange and green tones while maintaining gold foil brilliance.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge was balancing deep-rooted royal heritage with a contemporary premium spirit identity without appearing outdated or ornamental. Historically rich motifs had to be refined for modern minimalism. Regulatory label compliance, alcohol laws, and print production limitations required precise hierarchy and spatial control. Technically, achieving engraving depth with foil and embossing while maintaining clarity on textured stock demanded extensive prototyping and color calibration.
- Research
- Qualitative and comparative design research was conducted to position heritage Indian liqueurs within the premium global spirits segment. The objective was to translate royal legacy into contemporary luxury packaging. Methodology included market benchmarking, shelf analysis, and cultural motif studies. Data was gathered through retail audits, consumer feedback, and material sampling. Participants included spirit consumers and distributors. Results revealed demand for strong heritage cues with modern clarity. Insights led to a shield structure, bold flavor coding, and tactile finishes, enhancing brand differentiation, shelf visibility, and premium perception in real market conditions.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the historic distillery architecture of Maharani Mahansar and the natural richness of Indian cardamom and orange orchards. The shield silhouette reflects royal insignia and protection of heritage, while vintage engraving-style illustrations reference traditional craftsmanship. Bold flavor-led typography, combined with regal gold borders and intricate detailing, expresses authenticity, legacy, and the premium character of a triple-distilled heritage liqueur.
- Project Duration
- The project started in August 2025 in Jaipur and finished in October 2025 in Jaipur
- Operation Flow
- The rigid box opens with a smooth top-lid mechanism, creating a ceremonial unboxing moment. The bottle is securely positioned within a precision die-cut insert for stability and protection. The embossed shield label enhances tactile engagement, while the structured visual hierarchy ensures clear readability of brand, variant, and technical details, delivering a refined and intuitive consumption experience.