Nymphaea

A coffee liqueur rooted on a sense of occasion and transformation.

TASK

Incorporate an element of “play” into a packaging design for a food or beverage product, including all necessary legal information to be shelf-ready.

ABOUT

Nymphaea is a tropical-inspired coffee liqueur that is named after the rare Red Flare Water Lily, a flower which only blooms at dusk and does not close until the early hours of the morning. ‘Nymphaea' being the latin derivative for water lily, the drink itself is designed to vitalize its consumer following an evening meal, offering a sensory bridge from a relaxed dinner atmosphere to a more upbeat social setting.

DELIVERABLES

Printed label design on glass bottle.

Nymphaea

A coffee liqueur rooted on a sense of occasion and transformation.

TASK

Incorporate an element of “play” into a packaging design for a food or beverage product, including all necessary legal information to be shelf-ready.

ABOUT

Nymphaea is a tropical-inspired coffee liqueur that is named after the rare Red Flare Water Lily, a flower which only blooms at dusk and does not close until the early hours of the morning. ‘Nymphaea' being the latin derivative for water lily, the drink itself is designed to vitalize its consumer following an evening meal, offering a sensory bridge from a relaxed dinner atmosphere to a more upbeat social setting.

DELIVERABLES

Printed label design on glass bottle.

Nymphaea

A coffee liqueur rooted on a sense of occasion and transformation.

TASK

Incorporate an element of “play” into a packaging design for a food or beverage product, including all necessary legal information to be shelf-ready.

ABOUT

Nymphaea is a tropical-inspired coffee liqueur that is named after the rare Red Flare Water Lily, a flower which only blooms at dusk and does not close until the early hours of the morning. ‘Nymphaea' being the latin derivative for water lily, the drink itself is designed to vitalize its consumer following an evening meal, offering a sensory bridge from a relaxed dinner atmosphere to a more upbeat social setting.

DELIVERABLES

Printed label design on glass bottle.

Project Scope

Project Scope

Project Scope

(4 weeks)

TIMELINE

Jan – Feb 2026

(4 weeks)

TIMELINE

Jan – Feb 2026

(7 weeks)

TIMELINE

Jan – Feb 2026

Illustrator

SOFTWARE

Indesign,

Illustrator

SOFTWARE

Indesign,

Illustrator

SOFTWARE

Indesign,

Identity

DESIGN SKILLS

Packaging,

Identity

DESIGN SKILLS

Packaging,

Identity

DESIGN SKILLS

Packaging,

.

PROJECT TYPE

Academic

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PROJECT TYPE

Academic

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PROJECT TYPE

Academic

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TEAM

Solo Project

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TEAM

Solo Project

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TEAM

Solo Project

Positioning

Nymphaea is a sensory bridge between the intimacy of an evening and the energy of the night ahead. Inspired by its tropical origins and the transformation of the Red Flare Water Lily at dusk, the brand turns the coffee liqueur into an experience that is meant to feel alive.

RENEWAL | EDITION 2, SUMMER 2025

Summer releases emphasize the process of “Flow,” which by definition is the rising phase when ocean water moves toward the shore. Inspired by the longest day of the year, the Summer Solstice, this edition is marked by an abundance of energy and a celebration of the earth at its most expressive. The magazine's second release, “Renewal,” is meant to harness that feeling, offering content that encourages the reader to channel momentum toward a sense of personal vitality.

Positioning

Ebb and Flow is released biannually, with each edition anchored to one of the two pivotal moments in the natural calendar.

RENEWAL | EDITION 2, SUMMER 2025

Summer releases emphasize the process of “Flow,” which by definition is the rising phase when ocean water moves toward the shore. Inspired by the longest day of the year, the Summer Solstice, this edition is marked by an abundance of energy and a celebration of the earth at its most expressive. The magazine's second release, “Renewal,” is meant to harness that feeling, offering content that encourages the reader to channel momentum toward a sense of personal vitality.

Inspiration

Inspiration

MOODBOARD

My inspiration ranged from tropical flora, Art Nouveau signage, to illustrations created by artists and designers across California and South America.

MOODBOARD

My inspiration ranged from tropical flora, Art Nouveau signage, to illustrations created by artists and designers across California and South America.

MOODBOARD

My inspiration ranged from tropical flora, Art Nouveau signage, to illustrations created by artists and designers across California and South America.

Final Product

Final Product

Final Product

Creative Strategy

Through typography, color, illustration, and pattern, the label design functions as a visual focal point among competitors.

Creative Strategy

Through typography, color, illustration, and pattern, the label design functions as a visual focal point among competitors.

Creative Strategy

Through typography, color, illustration, and pattern, the label design functions as a visual focal point among competitors.



COLOR PALETTE

COLOR PALETTE

A warm, saturated color palette drawn from the tones of a setting sun communicates the brand’s energy and intended time of consumption. These colors create a striking contrast against the dark coffee liqueur, allowing the label to stand out while alluding to the transformation from dusk into night.



TYPOGRAPHY

TYPOGRAPHY

BN Viceroy's tall x-height evokes the elevated sensation of drinking coffee, while the high contrast introduces a sense of sophistication appropriate for a special-occasion drink. PP Right Serif Mono, used for supporting text, was selected for its legibility while introducing a subtle magical quality that complements the brand’s narrative.



ILLUSTRATIONS

ILLUSTRATIONS

The organic, tropical illustrations and patterns complete the visual language, meant to emulate spontaneity and energy of a night unfolding.



INNER LABEL PATTERN

INNER LABEL PATTERN

The label also incorporates a gradual reveal as the bottle is consumed over multiple evenings. A patterned background printed on the interior of the label slowly becomes visible, creating a changing visual experience that reinforces the brand’s narrative of transformation. 

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©2026 Alexa Winter. All rights reserved.

Always ecstatic to bring any idea into fruition – Let's connect!

©2026 Alexa Winter. All rights reserved.

Always ecstatic to bring any idea into fruition – Let's connect!

©2026 Alexa Winter. All rights reserved.