Arbor

PACKAGING, BRANDING

 

Arbor is a wood-infused soft drink designed to inspire exploration through flavor. This 4-pack features American Black Walnut, Sugar Maple, Western Red Cedar, and Brazilian Cherry, each offering unique possibilities for pairing in cooking or mixing with liquor.

Design Process

My goal for this seasonal pack was to create a refined, warm design system that felt as functional as it was beautiful. To evoke the “hug” of warmth I wanted, I used leaf impressions as the primary imagery and colored them to reflect the hues of the four wood flavors. I envisioned the unboxing as an experience: the outer packaging introduces the concept and mimics the texture of a tree’s exterior, while the cans reveal the inner story—highlighting the wood grain and chopped-log patterns that speak to the heart of each flavor.