From immersive gin garden experiences that illuminate a product's best uses to interactive festival pop-ups, alcohol activations serve as key brand touchpoints in a time when consumers seek face-to-face interaction. Ranging from single-day events to pop-ups that run for several months, the wide range of temporary retail spaces and activations from alcohol brands prove that experiential marketing continues to resonate particularly well in the realm of spirits and liquor.
The Pimm's Pop-Up Teapot Bar is a creative alcohol activation hosted by the Diageo-owned brand at Wimbledon 2015. The playful pop-up bar offered tournament attendees an opportunity to try Pimm's-based cocktails and enjoy the treats one would expect at a traditional English tea party.
The Fleurs des Rêves for Perrier-Jouët was a four-day multi-sensory experience hosted at the London Edition hotel in Soho. The interactive experience was designed by multi-sensory event agency Bompas & Parr and featured color-changing flowers and an introduction to floriography in addition to champagne tastings.
30 Alcohol Activations
From Multi-Sensory Champage Events to Botanical Gin Workshops:
Rebecca Byers — Mar 18, 2016 — Marketing
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Branded Experiential Pop-Up Bars
This Fun Pimm's Pop-up Teapot Bar Was at Wimbledon 2015
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Sophisticated Clubhouse Pop-Ups
The Johnnie Walker Blue Store is Modeled After a Gentlemen's Club
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Botanical Oasis Gin Experiences
Hendrick's Gin Held a Horticultural Pop-Up Earlier This Year
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Touchscreen Sampling Bars
Beam Suntory's Interactive Booth Offers Bourbon Tasting at the Airport
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Opulent Champagne Eatery Pop-Ups
Krug Champagne Created an Upscale Fish & Chips Pop-Up for London
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Interactive Whiskey Architecture
This Jim Beam Honey Display is an Immersive Pop-Up Display
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Vault-Inspired Whiskey Pop-Ups
This Pop-Up Glenmorangie Bar Delighted Fans in London
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Fashionable Martini Pop-Ups
The Harvey Nichols and Grey Goose Pop-Up Offers Personalized Cocktails
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Mobile Champagne Bars
Veuve Clicquot's Pop-Up Bar Concept Offers Luxury On the Go
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High-Tech Multi-Sensory Pop-Ups
This Ticketed Perrier-Jouët Pop-Up Was Organized by Bombas & Parr
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Vibrant Pop-Up Vodka Bars
The Ciroc 'London Riviera' Pop-Up Will Be Open for Five Months
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Winter-Themed Whiskey Pop-Ups
The Hedonist Project and Diageo Launch a Festive Holiday Bar
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Social Media Rum Tastings
Appleton Estate Rum Recently Held a Live Twitter Tasting Experience
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Vodka Concept Stores
This Grey Goose Boutique is a Luxury Liquor Pop-Up
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Festival Gin Pop-Ups
KRADS' Spirit of Njord Pop-Up Bar Was Created for NorthSide's Music Event
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Golf-Inspired Liqueur Pop-Ups
This Mini Golf Southern Comfort Activation Was at Bestival 2015
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Black Christmas Shops
Kraken Rum's Christmas Pop-Up Shop Celebrates with All-Black Offerings
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Airport Croquet Experiences
The Pimm's #CrazyCroquet Course is Located in Heathrow's Terminal 2
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Multi-Sensory Gin Tastings
Bombay Sapphire's 'Gin Journey' Awakens All of a Fan's Senses
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Gin Garden Experiences
The MCA's Archie Rose Pop-Up Serves Up Handcrafted Cocktails
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Pop-Up Bloody Mary Bars
Vodka Brand Ketel One is Hosting a Summertime Pop-Up Bar in London
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Surf Bar Pop-Ups
The Aperol Beach Club Serves Up Drinks and Gourmet Eats at Bondi Beach
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Sparkling Tequila Displays
'Perfect Constellation' is a Patron Installation in a Selfridges Window
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Champagne Bar Pop-Ups
Selfridges is Celebrating Champagne Week with a Pop-Up Champagne Tasting
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Fruit Currency Bars
The 'Orange Amnesty' Pop-Up Bar by Aperol Spritz Accepts Oranges as Payment
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Multi-Sensory Cognac Shops
Martell's Airport Spirits Store Promises an 'Art de Vivre' Experience
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Botanical Gin Workshops
This Bombay Sapphire Gin Workshop Features Custom Cocktails
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Tropical Booze-Branded Eateries
The 'Bacardi Paladar' is a Pop-Up Cuban Eatery & Rum Bar
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Barrel-Honoring Whiskey Pop-Ups
The Latest Glenmorangie Pop-Up Bar Has Opened in London's Soho
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Whiskey-Centric Irish Meals
This Irish Dinner and Whiskey Tasting Celebrates St. Patrick's Day
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
New Year Whiskey Pop-Ups
Glenfiddich Offers a New Year Iteration of Its Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
AI-Enhanced Tasting Kits
Diageo FlavorPrintConnect Offers a New Experience of Scotch Whisky
Ready-to-Sip Sparkling Aperitifs
The Spritz by Sazerac is Sweet, Bitter and Bubbly
Lab-Themed Hair Pop-Ups
Garnier Fructis Showcases its New Collection Through a Scientific Pop-Up
Immersive F1 Pop-Ups
La Maison Tifosi Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Features a Scuderia Ferrari Car
Unique TV Series Pop-Ups
Lillet x Emily in Paris Presents the Café de Lillet Experience in NYC
Botanical Lab Beauty Stores
L’OCCITANE Launched a Multi-Sensory Store Featuring Five Zones
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
Concert-Centric Makeup Activations
Sephora Canada will Launch 'Shimmer Studio by Sephora' Pop-Up
Festive Cocktail Bar Pop-Ups
Blitzen's Bar Puts a Seasonal Spin on Classic Cocktails & Mocktails
Immersive Whiskey Brand Activations
The Johnnie Walker Blue Room is a Pop-Up at Yorkdale Mall
Multi-Sensory ASMR Experiences
Valentino Beauty's Dubai Airport Pop-Up Featured Gilded Visuals
Desert-Inspired Boutique Pop-Ups
Amouage Hosted an Omani Desert Pop-Up in L.A.
Demystifying Skincare Pop-Ups
The Power Of Simple Experience Pop Empowers Consumers
Fruit-Stand-Inspired Vodka Pop-Ups
Kylie Jenner’s Canned Vodka Soda will Host an Event in NYC
Emotive Fragrance Pop-Ups
Charlotte Tilbury's London Experience Explores the Future of Fragrance
Romantic Drinking Accessories
Hendrick’s & Wiederhoeft Crafted a Line of Unusual "Gintimates"
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Bubbly Low-Calorie Mocktails
Maison Perrier Chic is a Luxe Alternative to Alcoholic Beverages
Las Vegas Cognac Pop-Ups
LOUIS XIII Cognac Hosts an Exclusive Vegas Boutique Pop-Up
Personalized Embroidery Pop-Ups
Battersea Power Station's Botanical Atelier Enhances Spring Style
Box-Office-Themed Travel Pop-Ups
Intrepid x TIFF Host an Experiential Travel Activation
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Luxurious Branded Pop-Up Events
The St. Regis Toronto & Tom Ford Have Partnered on a Luxe Event
French Riviera-Inspired Designer Activations
Chanel Presents an Elegant Airport Pop-Up in Istanbul
Amalfi Coast-Inspired Pop-Ups
e.l.f. Cosmetics Hosted a Beach Club Activation in Brooklyn
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Interactive Skincare Labs
Cetaphil Launched an Educational Pop-Up Experience in Downtown Toronto
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Ready-to-Serve Canned Mocktails
Mocktails Uniquely Crafted Makes Convenient Cocktail Alternatives
Jelly Sandal Pop-Ups
Melissa will Host a Vibrant 'Melissa Frizzante' Event in Paris
Show-Inspired Beverages
Emily in Paris Inspired Ready-To-Drink Cocktail, 'Chamère,' Enters the US
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Cosmopolitan-Inspired Drinkware
The Absolut x Paris Hilton Cosmo Collection Shares All-Pink Styles
Experiential Alcohol Pop-Ups
The Cheoreom X Krush Somaek Pocha Experience Opens in Seoul
Wellness Tincture Mocktails
Apothékary's Mocktail Magic Recipes Offer Alcohol Alternatives
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Airport Skincare Pop-Ups
The Sol de Janerio Delícia Drench Pop-Up Was at Charles de Gaulle Airport
Fizzy Vodka Crossover Cans
Absolut Vodka & Sprite Launches Across the UK in 12-Count Boxes
AR-Suggested Cocktails
Threedium Developed 3D Cocktail Visuals for Tanqueray No.TEN
Toronto Cannabis Workshops
The Cannabinista Hosted an Infused Mocktail Workshop in Toronto
Immersive Scotch Whisky Journeys
The Macallan Celebrated 200 Years with a Multisensory Experience
Interactive Fruit Juice Packaging
Tetra Pak and Jus de Fruits Caraïbes Debut `Connected Packaging
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
4D Designer Exhibitions
Gucci Visions in Bangkok is an Immersive Fashion Experience
Self-Care Festival Activations
Tree Hut Set Up a Remix Your Self-Care Experience at Lollapalooza
Scandinavian-Inspired Yurt Pop-Ups
ABSOLUT will Host NORDIC by BarChef in Toronto
Cosmic Beverage Activations
CELSIUS Energy Promotes its Space Vibe Trilogy with a Coachella Event
Cheeky Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Events
Mindful Drinking Fest Boasts the NO FUN Cocktail Competition
Influencer-Crafted Gin Cocktails
These Tanqueray Gin Holiday Drinks Celebrate Canadian Traditions
Vodka-Branded Festival Series
Absolut® Presents Mixing It Up: Cosmos & Culture at Coachella 2024
Sensory-Rich Wine Experiences
Dancing is a Modern Wine Brand with a Striking Visual Aesthetic
Mix-and-Match Aroma Installations
The H&M Nolita Pop-Up Lets Guests Create NYC-Inspired Scents
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Informative Digital Beverage Labels
Pernod Ricard Launched a Packaging Initiative in Singapore
Festival-Inspired Fragrances
Natura Captured Molecules at Music Events to Make Two Fragrances
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Garden Shed Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Fragrance Hosts a Charming Event in Bicester Village
Experiential Fragrance Cafes
The Nina Illusion Café Boosts the Launch of Nina Ricci's New Scent
Mexican Holiday Tequila Pop-Ups
The 1800 Taste Tiendita Returns for Cinco De Mayo
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Celebratory Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Le Fizz by Ghia Sweetens Special and Everyday Moments
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Functional Adaptogenic Elixirs
Collective Arts' Botany Elixirs are Mindful, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Transportive Italian Pop-Ups
House of Peroni Nastro Azzurro Hosts an Immersive Event at TIFF 2024
Virtual Brand Fragrance Experiences
L'Occitane en Provence Launches a Line of Summer Fragrances
Alcohol Alternative Campaigns
Free AF's Campaign Normalizes Choosing Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Festive Non-Alcoholic Apéritifs
De Soi's St. Moritz Mule Remixes the Classic Moscow Mule
Multisensory Cocktail Menus
Synaesthesia Inspired the Spectrum Cocktail Menu at Fitz’s
Mushroom-Infused Aperitifs
Ceybon's Non-Alcoholic Aperitifs Share Adaptogenic Benefits with a Buzz
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Unique Wedding Pop-Up Events
Pearle Weddings is Hosting an Event in Late August in Toronto
Festive Instant Cocktail Mixes
Craftmix's Holiday Variety Pack Activates with Alcohol, Water & Ice
Sporty Resort Capsules
Paper x Four Seasons Hampshire Host a Soft Pastel Pop-Up
Festive Hotel Pop-Ups
IHG Hotels & Resorts Presents Chalet Programming and Holiday Activations
Experiential Tea Pop-Ups
The House of Caramelised Biscuit Immersed Guests in a New Brew
Boozy Christmas Cocktail Packs
The Wonderland 12 Cocktails of Christmas is Available from BrewDog
Festive Hotel Experiences
W Toronto's Festive Events Offer Elegance and Indulgence
Artisanal High-ABV Cocktails
Art & Rev Canned Craft Cocktails Pack a Punch in Every Serving
Co-Branded Drink Activations
The Cawston Press Frozen Fruit Waters Mobile Celebrates Inside Out 2
Organic Wellness-Focused Drinks
élevé's Adaptogen-Infused Sparkling Waters Come in Three Flavors
Luxe Body Care Pop-Ups
The Hermès Le Bain Pop-Up is a Holt Renfrew Exclusive Event
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Bakery Champagne Bars
Greggs Champagne Bar Pairs Savory Baked Goods with Glasses of Bubbly
Value-Conscious Bottled Cocktails
The Infusionist Bottled Cocktails are Only at ALDI for £8 Each
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Botanically Inspired Food Flavors
The Flavorchem Bloom Collection is Optimized for Food and Drinks
Premium Alcohol-Free Refreshments
Savyll Non-Alcoholic Cocktails are Arriving at Sainsbury's
Pop-Up Dining Experiences
Japanese Ski Resort Welcomes Alpine Cocktail Bar and Restaurant
High-ABV Tailgate Drinks
Big Sipz's Tailgate Tour Shares a Taste of New Ready-to-Drink Flavors
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Racing Motif Pop-Ups
Mytheresa x Flamingo Estate Transform an Auto Shop for a Unique Experience
Artistic Libation Campaigns
The Madrí Excepcional 'Paint Your Pint' Competition Challenges Fans
Immersive Garden Bar Experiences
BLOOM Explores America's First Botanical Garden in NYC
Collaborative Auction Experiences
Hospitality Meets Collectible Art Through This Auction Event
Bathing-Inspired Pop-Ups Bars
The #DoveDeluxeBar Shares Sensorial Cocktails & Mocktails
Filmmaker-Inspired Pop-Ups
Montblanc Debuts Los Angeles Pop-Up Inspired by Wes Anderson Aesthetics
High-End Spirit Canned Drinks
The Cîroc Red Berry Sparkling Vodka Drink Adapts to Growing Demand
Performance-Driven Designer Experiences
Hermès Hosts the Cinematic 'On The Wings Of Hermes' Event
Canned Booze-Free Cocktails
IMPROV is a Non-Alcoholic Beverage Revolutionizing Social Drinking
Botanical Bodycare Pop-Ups
Lush Turned a Store into a Secret Garden Pop-Up for a Special Collab
Sensorial Cocktail Menus
Silverleaf's Texture Is Everything Collection Explores the Feel of Drinks
Miami-Themed Anniversary Celebrations
Alchemysts Inc. Recently Marked Its Five-Year Milestone
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
Celebrative Cocktail Menus
Jade Yorkville Reigns Offers Festive Champagne-Based Cocktails
cheerful holiday pop-up bars
Ginger’s Cocktail Bar offers Torontonians a festive retreat
AI-Powered Pain Visualization Experiences
Panadol Hosted the Art of Release Experience
Bi-Annual African Cocktail Festivals
The AJABU Cocktail and Spirits Festival Returns to Cape Town
Aromatic French-Style Aperitifs
Botivo's First Limited-Edition Launch Pays Homage to Pastis
Coastal Low-Calorie Aperitifs
Paramour's Vibrant, Free-From Aperitifs Celebrate Fresh Botanicals
Non-Alcoholic Advent Boxes
Søbr Market Curated Three Festive Boxes Featuring Alcohol Alternatives
Exclusive Celebrity-Inspired Cocktail Menus
Frenchy Bar et Brasserie Presents an Eras Tour Menu
Imaginative Cocktail Menus
Dean & Nancy on 22's World of Dreams Menu Evokes Wonder & Exploration
Zero-Proof Catering Companies
Split Offers Alcohol-Free Catering, Education and Menu Consulting
Pink Winter Pop-Ups
The Immersive Pink Pier Has Returned for Valentine's Day
Music-Centric Branding Initiatives
BACARDÍ Rum Partnered with the MTV Video Music Awards
Adaptogen-Based Cocktail Packs
Elta Ego Unveils a New Adaptogen-Infused Beverage Lineup
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Actor-Branded Cocktail Kits
The Regé-Jean Page x Seedlip Summer Cocktail Kit is Refreshing
Canadian Herb Aperitifs
Festif is an Aperitif Meant for Sipping to Start a Night with Friends
Non-Alcoholic Bottle Pop-Ups
Dry Humor Unveils a New Non-Alcoholic Pop-Up Bottle Shop
Non-Alcoholic Celebration Spirits
French Bloom's Le Blanc and Le Rosé Share 0.0% ABV French Bubbly
Luxury Shopping Activations
Bal Harbour Shops Unveiled Designer Installations
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Aromatic Alcohol-Free Aperitifs
iessi's Bittersweet L'aperitivo is Unapologetically Alcohol-Free
Luxurious Wine Pop-Ups
Kim Crawford will Host a Golden Wine Lounge at The Well Toronto
Spontaneity-Inspired Liqueur Campaigns
Casa Redondo Strategically Relaunches the Safari Brand
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Craft Cocktail Infusion Kits
The Gin Bundle from Camp Features 3 Kits for DIY Drinks
Double-Decker Bus Tastings
Nyetimber Will Host a Tasting Event on a Double-Decker Bus at the Savoy
Tennis-Themed Pop-Ups
The Rubens At the Palace Hosts 'Sweet Serve' to Celebrate Wimbledon
On-Demand Distilleries
Diistil Empowers Bartenders to Create Bespoke Distillates