WNDR

Branding Competition Project - Hatch

The Brief

Create a non-alcoholic beverage for 16-27 year olds.

Why Gen Z is Going Non-Alcoholic

More 16–27-year-olds are skipping booze for health, money, and lifestyle reasons. They want to stay clear-headed, avoid hangovers, and keep up their fitness, while also feeling less peer pressure to drink. Non-alc options let them enjoy the taste and social vibe without the cost or consequences of alcohol.

The Brand

WNDR (pronounced wonder) is a non-alcoholic kombucha brand inspired by the flavours, sights, and sensations of popular holiday destinations. Each drink captures the essence of a place, from the crisp air of Iceland to the tropical sweetness of Bali. Designed to transport you with every sip, WNDR lets you relive the freedom, joy, and nostalgia of being on holiday while enjoying the natural benefits of kombucha — a taste of WNDR in every sip.

Target Audience

WNDR is for 16–27-year-old Gen Zs who love travel and new experiences. Always seeking a break from the everyday grind, they crave bold, refreshing moments that feel like a mini getaway. WNDR brings that sense of adventure to every sip — no passport required.

THE CANS

Gen Z loves bold, playful visuals, unexpected colour combos, and designs that feel a bit layered and imperfect in the best way. They’re drawn to things that look great on Instagram — think eye-catching, easy to photograph, and full of personality. It’s all about visuals that feel authentic, fun, and worth sharing.

I explicitly picked colours that can match outfits or the location it is associated with. This way the drinks don’t just stand for quenching your thirst, but also a lifestyle. Influencer lifestyle is booming with many Gen Z’s seeing this as a potential career path therefore having a brand thats particularly catered for this demographic fits well together.

In terms of design, I researched patterns, colours and flavours that encompass the locations, not the stereotypical flavours and colours. I picked patterns from clothing, scenery and even painting. This brand is a celebration of the cultures and the excitement of getting to experience a country and the life.

Designing for a Gen Z Audience

Multipack Boxes

Bringing Destinations to Life

I wanted each flavour design to look different to each other to truly capture the beauty of each inspired destination. I wanted to focus heavily on colours as well as patterns. Each can and multipack box has patterns of its respective destinations to truly highlight the nostalgic nature of the brand.

Real-Life Application

WNDR kombucha brings holiday vibes and nostalgia to everyday moments, turning casual hangouts and BBQs into fun, shareable experiences. Its globally inspired flavors let Gen Z consumers savor good times, while playful branding makes each sip feel like a mini getaway. By combining taste, visual appeal, and a sense of adventure, WNDR transforms a simple drink into a symbol of fun, carefree moments with friends.

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