2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

Dancong Tea/Dancong Tea Packaging Design

Entrant

Shenzhen Tongdao Brand Design Co.,Ltd.

Category

Packaging Design - Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Client's Name

Shu Xiujie, Wang Sujun

Country / Region

China

About The Entry

The packaging design of Dān Cóng Tea is rooted in the regional culture of Lingnan’s Phoenix Mountain tea heritage. Through an artistic reinterpretation of the name “Dān Cóng,” the design integrates the natural landscapes of Wudong Mountain, local cultural memories, and regional spirit into the typography itself, creating a unified visual language where product identity and cultural heritage converge.

Rather than relying on conventional representations of regional symbols, the design transforms the essence of the landscape into refined typographic textures, allowing consumers to perceive the heritage, craftsmanship, and unique identity of Phoenix Mountain Dān Cóng Tea through visual storytelling. The packaging captures the harmony between mountains, tea cultivation, and traditional culture while expressing them through a contemporary design approach.

A sophisticated purple palette combined with gold embossed finishing creates a balance between Eastern aesthetic elegance and premium retail appeal. The tactile craftsmanship enhances the product’s exclusivity while reinforcing its value as both an everyday tea experience and a refined gifting choice. Designed specifically for Sam’s Club’s premium membership market, the packaging communicates the exceptional quality of specialty Dān Cóng Tea while maintaining practicality for modern consumers.

By integrating regional culture, typographic innovation, and refined finishing techniques, this design goes beyond conventional tea packaging. It presents a contemporary interpretation of Lingnan tea culture, connecting centuries-old traditions with modern lifestyles and allowing the unique identity of Dān Cóng Tea to resonate with a new generation of consumers.

Credits

Shu Xiujie
Wang Sujun
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