A new twist [br] on Trocadero

A beloved icon hadn’t been updated in years. A careful update of Trocadero Original’s design was made to stay relevant, as Spendrups set out to create a better, tastier Trocadero and refresh its design for a 2018 relaunch. At the same time, Spendrups launched Trocadero Zero. The challenge? Modernize without losing the soul of what’s often called Norrland’s national beverage.

Project

Trocadero Redesign

Client

Spendrups

Assignment

Visual Identity

Packaging Design

Package Implementation

Not too sweet. Not too bitter. Not like anything else. Since 1953, Trocadero has been the soft drink that connects past and present – a taste of nostalgia, yet timeless enough to win over generation after generation.

Before

After

Sharper. Clearer. Better.

By refining Trocadero’s design – with cleaner transitions, improved proportions, and more restrained graphic elements – we’ve made the packaging sharper and easier to spot on the shelf.

A fresh look with more flavour

With the new design, the light variant feels modern and relevant, while visually conveying a greater sense of taste than before.

The power of the parasol

Few symbols say Trocadero like the iconic parasol. As a core design element it's more than decoration; it's an identity, and we wanted to ensure it featured prominently in the new design of the PET bottle. Now this iconic form takes on a new dimension: embossed directly into the plastic for a playful, tactile detail that feels distinct, ownable and importantly elevated in the new design’s hierarchy.

Born in an era when everything felt possible, Trocadero borrowed its name from Paris but discovered its true flavor in Sweden. A drink that never needed flashy campaigns or bold slogans to win hearts – just word of mouth. Quite literally.

Trocamust launched in early autumn 2022 - and quickly made its mark. With its great flavour and winter-inspired design, it became a standout on the shelf. By year's end, it accounted for 72% of the category's growth.

First launched in 1953 – being now the 3rd best selling brand in the entire Spendrups’ portfolio – Trocadero has become the staple soda, found in the Swedes' fridges ever since.