From Project M Plus, by Copy Director Sarah McGowan Dear
When the founders of Cumbé decided to bring their premium Aguardiente to the US market, they had a few challenges that made truly thoughtful branding all the more crucial for their success.
While locals considered it a bottom-shelf liquor, the founders wanted to elevate consumer perception to embrace Aguardiente as a premium sipping spirit in Colombia and introduce authentic Guaro culture to an American audience. That meant not only a design for stellar shelf appeal but also telling a new story about their product.

















