Michelada Mix Redesign: Capturing the Spirit of Mexico | Ep 171

Adrian Viesca is an expert and influential figure in the beverage industry, with a focus on traditional Mexican mixers. As an enthusiastic representative of Miche Mix, Adrian brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from Monterrey, Mexico. With a commitment to preserving and sharing the authentic taste of Mexico, he has been instrumental in introducing the Michelada mixer to the U.S. market. His company is revered for being the trailblazer in bottling Michelada in Mexico, expanding its reach and popularity. Get your own Miche Mix here: https://michemix.com *** Download your own sustainable packaging guidebook here: https://idpdirect.com/design_guides/ Learn why specifications management is important to brands: https://specright.com Get the paper that dissolves eliminating packaging waste: https://smartsolve.com *** Episode Summary: In this flavorful episode of the podcast, Adrian Viesca from Miche Mix takes us on a tasteful journey through the essence of Mexican culture embodied in the Michelada mixer – a product that has remained a staple in Mexican beverages and is now poised to stir up the American market. As we delve into the intricate process behind the Michelada mixer's rebranding and its significance to Mexican identity, Adrian offers insights into the philosophy of celebration and festivity that the drink represents. Adrian furnishes us with a tantalizing peek into the history and methodology behind creating Miche Mix's Michelada mixer. He emphasizes the uniqueness of the Michelada cocktail, which stands as Mexico's number one cocktail and introduces it as the "next margarita" poised for explosive popularity in the U.S. This episode not only serves a rich blend of cultural anecdotes but also provides pointers on how to prepare and personalize your Michelada experience with ease, signifying the brand's expansion from a local favorite to an international sensation. Key Takeaways: * Michelada is a beer-based cocktail, recognized as the number one cocktail in Mexico, traditionally consisting of beer, lime, seasoning, and chili, rather than a tomato base. * Miche Mix has recently undergone a rebranding effort to cater to the U.S. market while still preserving its Mexican heritage and authenticity. * The brand's packaging is designed to reflect traditional Mexican culture, using pictures of walls ("rotulos") from Mexico and textured labeling to give consumers a feel of bringing something from a Mexican home to theirs. * The Michelada mixer from Miche Mix is entering the U.S. market with a premium glass bottle format, appealing to consumers looking for high-quality and convenience. * An introduction of single-serve sachets is in the cards for new customers to have an easy entry point to try the Michelada mixer.