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How the Grape Kitchen’s dry January campaign boosted sales & engagement

Executed a dynamic Dry January campaign, blending animated social content, strategic email marketing, and premium storytelling. Elevated brand engagement, attracted mindful drinkers, and reinforced The Grape Kitchen’s unique positioning in the non-alcoholic wine market.

  • Revamped content strategy with animated social promos, resonating with The Grape Kitchen’s predominantly female audience.
  • Optimized email marketing, achieving higher engagement through streamlined copy, clear CTAs, and ongoing A/B testing.
  • Drove new customer acquisition, leveraging non-alcoholic wine storytelling to attract mindful drinkers and premium wine enthusiasts.

My Role

Lead designer, managed digital campaigns and Facebook campaigns.

Software

Photoshop, Adobe Express & Meta Business Suite

Taking a break from alcohol or cutting back after the festive season is a common New Year's resolution, but for a wine merchant, it can be a challenging time of year. Fortunately, James, Director of The Grape Kitchen, found the perfect solution: non-alcoholic organic wines and sparkling teas.

These premium alcohol-free wines and craft sparkling teas are produced using techniques similar to traditional winemaking. Just as different grape varieties create distinct wine profiles, various tea leaves bring unique flavors and characteristics to these non-alcoholic alternatives.

The Strategy: Quality Over Quantity

To support this shift, I worked with James to develop a Dry January marketing campaign focused on:

  • Promoting non-alcoholic wines and sparkling teas as sophisticated alternatives
  • Encouraging mindful drinking habits—prioritising quality over quantity
  • Introducing customers to premium wines that might be considered out of budget but are meant to be savoured

A Fresh, Engaging Approach to Marketing

We embraced a playful, dynamic content strategy to break away from traditional wine marketing norms:

  • Animated video promos: We crafted eye-catching social media campaigns to showcase the non-alcoholic wine selection. The style was punk-inspired, raw, and DIY, appealing to a younger female audience, aligning with The Grape Kitchen’s predominantly female customer base.
  • "Spotlight On" storytelling series: This content introduced consumers to the vineyards, winemakers, and producers behind these exceptional wines—highlighting their passion, craftsmanship, and dedication to organic, non-alcoholic winemaking.
  • Optimised email marketing: We streamlined email copy, refined the call-to-action (CTA), and introduced A/B testing to improve conversion rates. Currently, we are developing email templates for consistent branding and higher engagement.

The Results: A Winning Dry January Campaign

This campaign not only boosted awareness of The Grape Kitchen’s non-alcoholic wine selection but also attracted new customers and strengthened brand positioning. By modernising marketing efforts and tapping into the growing demand for premium alcohol-free drinks, James successfully expanded his audience while maintaining the high-quality ethos of The Grape Kitchen.

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