Jameson, the renowned Irish whiskey brand, has introduced a fresh evolution of its iconic green packaging. While the changes may be subtle, they are designed to enhance the brand’s already strong visual identity. The redesign celebrates Jameson’s commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and heritage that fans around the world appreciate.
Despite undergoing slight refreshes over the years, Jameson’s packaging style has remained consistent since 1968. This consistency has been crucial to its global success. The latest redesign anchors the brand to its home in Midleton, County Cork, by including the phrase “Crafted for Smoothness at the Midleton Distillery” on the front label. This addition serves as a tribute to the renowned distillery where Jameson is meticulously crafted and triple distilled by experts.
Carol Quinn, Archivist at Irish Distillers, comments: “This redesign is about more than aesthetics, it deepens the connection between what consumers see on the shelf and the story behind the whiskey. The journey from Bow Street in Dublin to Midleton in Cork in 1975 was a turning point in Irish whiskey history. At the time, Midleton Distillery was one of the most technologically advanced distilleries in Europe and the move played a key role in a new chapter for the Irish whiskey industry.”
Subtle Yet Impactful Changes for Jameson Fans
The redesigned bottle features a brighter palette for stronger shelf impact, with raised shoulders that highlight the Jameson name. A refined logo and modernized crest enhance its iconic presence, while tactile details like increased foil, textured varnishes, embossing, and micro embossing elevate the premium look and feel.
Anna Kelly, Global Head of Marketing at Irish Distillers, states: “The Jameson Original pack restage provided us with an opportunity to link the brand more closely to its proud home at Midleton Distillery. The new messaging on the bottle celebrates Midleton as the center of excellence for Irish whiskey craft and innovation. This refresh reinforces the premium quality of the liquid without losing the approachability and iconic elements that make the brand so recognizable around the world.”
This visual evolution mirrors the journey from the Jameson Distillery Bow Street in Dublin to Midleton, reinforcing Jameson’s status as a symbol of Irish whiskey excellence today.
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Following the unveiling of the new Jameson Original pack, the beloved whiskey brand is setting the stage for a broader transformation. This autumn, Jameson will introduce a restaged Jameson Crested and Jameson Distiller’s Batch, marking a new chapter in packaging refreshes.
The new Jameson Original bottle will roll out globally from the end of July 2025, across all formats including 700ml, 750ml, 1L, and 50ml. This update, alongside the recent Jameson Black Barrel restage, signals the brand’s commitment to innovation while maintaining the iconic elements that have made it beloved by whiskey enthusiasts worldwide.
