Cigar Aficionado’s Post

You may remember that earlier this week, Cigar Aficionado reported on the new, $100 Plasencia Alma del Fuego Ometepe Edición Limitada. But as eye-popping as that price tag is, it's not alone, nor is it nearly the most expensive cigar on the market. Can you name a few others? At the link below, we take a look at the most expensive cigars on the market today, all $100 or more. https://lnkd.in/e4giwp6e #cigaraficionado #luxurycigars #premiumcigars #handmadecigars

#Counterfeiters are notorious for stealing known #brand names for products and businesses. In this case, the culprits started a club after the famous champagne brand, Moët & Chandon in Kyoto, Japan, named CLUB MOET KYOTO, and urgently filed to patent the name in 2017. Just recently, the Japan Patent Office Opposition Board ruled in favor of Moët & Chandon, stating that both ‘Moët & Chandon’ and ‘Moët’ have gained significant recognition as a leading #champagne brand. In an era where #counterfeiting is on the rise, protecting your brand has never been more critical. Beyond the immediate threat to #governments and #consumers, #fake #products harm the trusted perception of brands. At Crane, we provide #brand #protection #solutions that give people #trust in the moments that matter. Our unique technology provides solutions that #strengthen #trust and give consumers #confidence. We can #protect your #brand. 💻 Contact us today! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gGyRVM-m #productauthentication #product #brand #security #safety #counterfeits #anticounterfeiting #authentication #security #onlinebrandprotection #globalbrandprotection #authentication #illicittrade #legal #brandsecurity #brandprotection #brands #traceability #packaging #patientsafety #patientcare #patientexperience #technology #packaging #serialization #anticounterfeiting #safety #security #intellectualproperty #IP #trademarkinfringement #trademark #copyrights

Packaging vs. Content: The Dilemma of Luxury Products 🎁🤔 In the world of luxury, whether it's spirits, fashion, or any other realm, an eternal question persists: What truly defines luxury? And how does packaging compare to the essence within? It's a fascinating contradiction. The allure of luxury often relies on both tangible and intangible elements: how a product presents itself, how it looks, and, most importantly, how it makes us feel. While substance is undeniably essential, it's the outer shell that often initially captivates us. Luxury packaging is an art form in itself. Meticulous craftsmanship, the selection of materials, presentation—all these elements create an experience that transcends the product. Yet, as we delve deeper into the world of luxury, we're compelled to ponder: How much weight should be given to packaging compared to intrinsic quality? The luxury market, with its discerning clientele, prompts us to reflect on this delicate balance. Should the allure of luxury be defined solely by the aesthetics of packaging, or should the core content be the ultimate determinant of value? As we navigate this captivating terrain, it's worth considering how the concept of luxury extends beyond the spirits sector to encompass various industries. The fundamental question remains the same: Is it the outer casing or the inner essence that truly defines luxury? #LuxuryMarket #PackagingVsContent #Reflections #LuxuryDefinition

Ever wondered why your favorite whiskey comes in a specific bottle size? 🥃 Why Bottle Size Matters? 🍾 Uniformity in Diversity: → The USA boasts a standardized range of bottle sizes, from the iconic 750ml to various other capacities. This consistency streamlines production, distribution, and consumer expectations. Market Dynamics: → Bottle size plays a crucial role in consumer psychology. From the classic fifth to miniatures and magnums, each size caters to diverse preferences and occasions. Pricing Strategies: → Have you ever noticed how smaller bottles often have a higher price per ounce? Bottle size directly influences pricing strategies, impacting both consumer choices and industry profitability. Crafting Experience: → The choice of bottle size is an art. Craft distillers often opt for unique sizes, emphasizing craftsmanship and exclusivity, while large brands maintain tradition with familiar dimensions. What's your take on the significance of bottle sizes in the liquor industry? 💬 #TheMoreYouKnow #DidYouKnow #Trivia #DrinkModerately #BottleDimensions #LiquorIndustryInsights #SipAndShare #USA 🌐👇

When you shop for #tea, what do you look for? Do you consider the tea that positively contributes to the safety and wellbeing of the people behind the cup? Introducing the #trustea Seal-on-Pack, an assurance that the tea in the packet has been ethically and sustainably produced. Look for the #trusteaverified seal before you make a purchase. (Video in Hindi)

We see premiumisation everywhere. More often than not, it’s canny marketing. Take for example Lurpak butter offering the same product, but in a nice tin. Or the Tesco Finest range which, by the way, still includes microwave meals. Other times, it can be downright absurd. Like gold leaf coated steaks sold to celebrities for hilarious amounts of money. Or the time McDonalds commissioned a fashion designer to create a limited series of luxury boxes. Complete with crystal detailing. The strategy is simple: Take something, dress it fancy and sell it for a higher price. A similar process is taking place in the whisky industry. However, we’d argue it’s fundamentally different; A premium whisky cannot be defined by the package. A premium whisky is defined by the craft, the provenance and perhaps most importantly, the age. Global trends are showing a higher demand today in premium, older age statements than ever before. Distilleries are responding by releasing more and more of their older stock as rare collectables. And while these rare bottlings are often displayed in some of the most exquisite packaging you’ll ever see, it’s the liquid inside that actually counts. In this episode, Art and I dissect this trend and explore some of the ways premiumisation is permeating the whisky industry. Slainté! #whiskycask #premiumspirits #caskinvestment #premiumisation Art Neilson Braeburn Whisky Billy Craigan

The Macallan spearheaded the effort to change public perception of single malt scotch as a luxury asset in more ways than one. To discuss them all would take a very long time...so why not start with every Macallan 50 Year Old ever bottled? Each bottling had its own purpose, story, quirks, and astonishing price tag. So let's examine all Macallan 50 Year Old scotch in this ultimate guide. https://lnkd.in/eH7kep8Q

The time for greater transparency and authenticity within the Japanese whisky category has arrived, as official standards published in 2021 are in full effect. Many brands adopted popular loophole tactics to bolster their authenticity or credibility in an otherwise loosely regulated category; not anymore: https://lnkd.in/gS3Z2Gn3 #japanesewhisky #timeisup #accountability #globalmarket

Trade marks - case of first Scottish 'tequila' maker is example of a geographical indication (GI) prohibition at work. A GI is an intellectual property right that protects a name of a product that has a specific geographical origin and owes its qualities and/or reputation to its particular origin. TEQUILA was established in 1974 by means of a Declaration for the Protection of the Appellation of Origin. The Mexican State is the owner and holder of every right concerning the appellation of origin. For more information see: https://lnkd.in/emvadV_W #trademarks #geographicalindication #brands #branding #drinks #tequila #scotland #intellectualproperty #strathipcctut3