Neiman Group of Pennsylvania created the new packaging for Troeg’s seasonal Mad Elf Ale, which, despite its goofy appearance, boasts an 11% alcohol content. Art Director Joe Barry tells Ad Critic they aimed for “a jovial elf who looks like he can’t wait to have a few swigs of the fine ale.” He adds, “The client also asked that we incorporate a goblet because that’s how real beer geeks drink it.”
Now there’s a nugget of wisdom we didn’t know before. Who’d have guessed that Ghostface Killah and elves share a vessel of choice? And we can’t help but wonder, are these alcoholic-looking elves the ones who make shoes or the ones who make presents? Because we’ve gotten some seriously fucked-up shoes and presents in our time. – Contributed by Angela Natividad
