Revolutionizing Baijiu: Dou Xiaojiu's Unique Story in a Bottle

Lei Xue's Award-Winning Design Captivates Young Consumers

Introducing "Dou Xiaojiu," a groundbreaking small-bottle liquor brand that has transformed the traditional Chinese Baijiu experience for urban millennials with its inventive packaging and engaging storytelling.

Lei Xue's "Dou Xiaojiu" is not just a liquor; it's a narrative wrapped in glass. Targeted at young, city-dwelling professionals, this brand has successfully established an emotional bond with its audience through its unique "cartoon + blind box" concept. Each bottle serves as a canvas, illustrating the lives of white-collar workers in a way that resonates deeply with consumers. The innovative approach has disrupted the Baijiu market, offering a fresh perspective on taste and design that delights the senses and the imagination.

The design's strength lies in its dual appeal: it caters to both the physical storefronts and the digital marketplace, ensuring a broad reach. The "Dou Xiaojiu" bottles are crafted from high-quality transparent glass, capped with a touch of elegance thanks to a silver-plating process. The packaging options cater to individual preferences and gift-giving occasions, with a six-bottle gift box option that adds an element of surprise akin to the popular blind box trend. This attention to detail extends to the transportation packaging, ensuring the product's integrity from production to consumer.

Lei Xue's team, including Xingxing Li, Yang Mao, and Yi Li, meticulously researched the preferences of China's new generation. They employed a blend of traditional and digital research methods, including questionnaires, big data analysis, and target group studies, to create a brand that speaks directly to the hearts of young consumers. The result is a product that not only stands out in the crowded Baijiu market but also sets a new standard for what young people expect from their liquor brands.

However, the journey to creating "Dou Xiaojiu" was not without its challenges. The team faced the daunting task of forging a natural connection with a demographic known for its desire for novelty and authenticity. Balancing the richness of the comic narratives with a consistent brand image and ensuring the timely update of the "Dou Xiaojiu" story required a delicate blend of creativity and strategy.

The brand's success is evident in its reception. "Dou Xiaojiu" has become the first comic-themed Baijiu brand in China, capturing the hearts of its audience and achieving impressive sales figures. Its recognition with a Bronze A' Packaging Design Award in 2024 is a testament to the brand's ingenuity and impact on the market, proving that a well-told story can indeed elevate a product to new heights.

In conclusion, Lei Xue's "Dou Xiaojiu" has redefined the Baijiu experience for young consumers, offering a product that is not only enjoyable to drink but also a joy to discover. Through clever design and engaging storytelling, "Dou Xiaojiu" stands as a shining example of how innovation and cultural insight can create a brand that is both beloved and successful.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Beijing Forestry University
Image Credits: This work is all original images not copyrighted.
Project Team Members: LeiXue XingxingLi YangMao YiLi
Project Name: Dou Xiaojiu
Project Client: Beijing Forestry University


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