Brand Identity : Griot

Jae

Jae Bae

Project Overview Griot is an African-inspired soda brand based in the United States, created for a young audience of Gen Z and Millennials. The client wanted the brand to carry African culture without feeling too ethnic, so the visual direction focuses on making it approachable and fun for an American market. I transformed traditional African mask motifs into cute, character-like icons and paired them with simple African-inspired patterns, giving the brand a playful vibe while keeping its cultural roots visible.
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Posted Dec 4, 2025

Griot is a U.S. soda brand inspired by African culture, using cute mask characters and simple patterns to create a playful, youth-friendly identity.