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Black bottle of Oxymeli, an ancient Greek drink, beside a patterned box, both featuring geometric designs and honeycomb motifs.

AUTHENTIC ANCIENT PRODUCTS - OXYMELI PACKAGING

Reviving an ancient elixir through red-figure inspired packaging design

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ANCIENT GREEK PRODUCTS S.A.:


Oxymeli is a traditional Greek elixir made from honey and vinegar, offering a distinctive sweet-and-sour flavor. Renowned physicians and philosophers of antiquity—such as Hippocrates and Galen—recommended Oxymeli as a remedy for various ailments, including constipation, pneumonia, and pleurisy. At Ancient Greek Products S.A., we produce our own Oxymeli with absolute fidelity to Galen’s original recipe.


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To bring this ancient recipe into a modern visual language, we developed a creative concept that highlights the core duality of Oxymeli: the union of honey and vinegar.

The key visual features a bunch of grapes designed to subtly echo the structure of honeycombs—symbolizing the perfect balance between the two primary ingredients. This visual metaphor not only reinforces the product’s composition but also evokes a sense of harmony and natural simplicity.


Recognizing Oxymeli’s deep historical roots, we designed a bespoke logo inspired by ancient Greek script. To further emphasize its origins, we incorporated geometric motifs drawn from classical Greek design language.


In terms of color palette, we took inspiration from the red-figure vase painting technique—one of the most iconic styles of ancient Greek art. This palette not only connects the product to its historical context but also enhances the elegance and authenticity of the visual identity.



A sleek black bottle of Oxymeli, an ancient Greek drink made from honey and vinegars, alongside its stylish packaging featuring geometric designs.
A split image featuring a honeycomb on the left and a cluster of red grapes on the right against a warm background.
Art deco-style label for Oxymeli, featuring honeycomb design and Greek text, promoting an ancient drink made from honey and vinegar.
Two elegant black bottles of OXYMELI honey-based beverage, adorned with orange geometric patterns, displayed on a dark background.
Four elegant coupe glasses filled with amber-colored drinks sit on a wooden table, sparkling under soft lighting.
Elegant black packaging for "Oxymeli," featuring honeycomb graphics and Greek text detailing nutritional information and product description.
Geometric illustration featuring an intricate pattern of hexagons and abstract shapes in orange on a white background.
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