Heineken Silver invites Kiwis to let genetics decide in new launch campaign via Special PR
To mark the launch of its new smooth-tasting beer Heineken has joined forces with geneticist Andrew Shelling to develop a taste kit that allows beer enthusiasts to understand the science behind their flavour preferences. The ‘The Heineken Choice’ campaign has been conceived and executed by Special PR.
The taste kits are able to detect testers’ sensitivity to strong flavours using a PTC test. Those who can detect flavour when doing the test will likely prefer the surprising smoothness of Heineken Silver, whereas those who taste nothing may prefer the profile of Heineken Original.
Hundreds of ‘The Heineken Choice’ kits will be available free of charge at selected bars around Auckland, allowing the public to explore their 10,000 taste buds and determine which beer flavour is right for them.
Heineken Silver has been designed to specifically appeal to a new generation of beer drinkers who prefer smooth, low-carb beer. The extra refreshing lager is brewed at a chilled -1°C, resulting in a less bitter taste and a crisp, smooth and subtle finish.
The Heineken Choice taste kits are making their way to media and influencers around the country.
Says Natasha D’Souza, senior PR director at Special PR: “We saw this as a unique way to build awareness around the Heineken portfolio while also provoking conversation and debate and ultimately encouraging trial. We know Kiwis love trying new brews, and this is a fun way to scientifically test which flavour they might prefer. Why not give it a shot?”
The launch of Heineken Silver expands the brand’s offerings by bringing an easy-to-drink beverage to those who don’t usually consider beer their go-to alcoholic drink of choice. And with the rise in popularity of low-carb beer – which has grown 22% over the past year alone – the new product will be welcomed with open hands.
Cormac van den Hoofdakker from DB Breweries describes Heineken as a beer for everyone: “Heineken Silver is crafted to meet the needs of a new generation of beer drinkers with a lower-carb, lower-calorie recipe, and we love this clever way of getting people to explore their taste palate.
“The Heineken Choice can unlock the secret to your favourite flavours and help you discern – is bitter better or do you approve of smooth?”
Client: HEINEKEN
Senior Marketing Manager: Cormac van den Hoofdakker
Brand Manager: Lauren Parker-Cordon
External Communications Manager: Natasha MacKenzie
Trade Marketing Manager: Billie Yelcich
Agency: Special PR
Special PR GM: Kelly Grindle
Senior PR Director: Natasha D’Souza
Executive Creative Director: Stu Mallarkey
Creative Lead: Kat Day
PR Director: Natalie Chandler
Senior PR Manager: Sophie Harsent
Studio & System Manager: Gavin Le Claire
Packaging & Design: Think Packaging
Cardboard Engineer: Blair McGowan
Cardboard Engineer: Mat Bogust
9 Comments
https://www.marmite.co.uk/the-gene-project.html
Impossible that the Special team wouldn’t be aware of one of the most famous campaigns of the past decade.
This is quite famous, won awards, makes sense for the brand. But don’t let that stop you. https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/marmite-gene-testing-prove-whether-youre-born-love-hate-it/1443927
Do me next! Do me next!
I approve of this copy.
It says it’s from special PR. I guess they don’t show special?
Just go away. You are not funny. We don’t know who you are but you’re just…meh.
Derp
Seems like a lot of effort, engineering and cardboard. Couldn’t you just sip one, then sip the other, and voila you decide which one you like.
It worked for me when I was 15, I sipped lots of beers until I landed on a tasty create of DB Draught– also known as banana beer.
about nothing