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027 | Brand Mysticism: how to create winning brands from the bottom-up | with Steven Grasse, Founder of Quaker City Mercantile (Philadelphia, PA, USA)
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027 | Brand Mysticism: how to create winning brands from the bottom-up | with Steven Grasse, Founder of Quaker City Mercantile (Philadelphia, PA, USA)

In episode 027 I had the honor of interviewing Steven Grasse. He is the founder of the renowned agency Quaker City Mercantile and of Tamworth Distilling. He is a legend in the drinks industry, having created brands such as Hendrick's gin, Sailor Jerry Rum, and having crafted great rebirths such as Pilsner Urquell, Guinness, and Miller High Life. I hope you will enjoy our chat.

Main Topics Discussed:

0 to 1 Bottle:

- Differentiating Liquid

- Why Not to Chase Trends

- Bridging Categories through Taste Profile

1 Bottle to 1 Case:

- Building a Rich Brand World

- The Importance of Rituals

- Choosing Partners & Distributors

1 Case to 1 Pallet

- On, Off-Trade and State Monopolies

- Institutional Knowledge

- Award Show

About The Host: Chris Maffeo

About The Guest: Steven Grasse

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