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Grand Talon Rice Whisky, Squad Ink | International Design Awards Winners

Grand Talon Rice Whisky

CompanySquad Ink

Lead DesignersMatthew Squadrito

Design TeamJane smith, Terry Squadrito, Jess Browne, Robbie North, Nina Dorgan, josephine Angkasa, Jena Ngatupuna, Vert Design, Bronwen Wade-Leeuwen, Jamie Brown

ClientPearl Red Distillery

Prize(s)Bronze in Print / Packaging

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Entry Description

Grand Talon, a Chinese rice whisky and barrel-aged rice wine, marries centuries-old Eastern spirit making with Western barrel ageing traditions. Inspired by the revered dragon, scales form the central concept of the bottle design and mirror a crystal whisky decanter. The brand mark uses traditional Chinese calligraphy techniques, whilst the red brand seal mimics that worn by royals and government during the Tang Dynasty. The bespoke canister features an illustrated dragon weaving its way into partial view and is sealed with a stained timber closure.