The Ouachitas

Our Role

Art Direction
Brand Identity
Brand Strategy
Event Strategy
Illustration
Nomenclature
Logo and ID Systems
Package Design
Print Collateral
SOP Development
Custom Development

The Ouachitas is a coffee roaster and brewery with dual culinary and community ambitions in the Arkansas River Valley.

Our Objective

Creating a Mission-Driven, Timeless Brand Aesthetic

Inspired by vintage americana

The Ouachitas, a small coffee shop, restaurant, and bar in Mena, Arkansas, was driven by the owner's passion for bringing big-city concepts to his hometown; however, the variety of ideas, from a high-end coffee bar to a craft brewery, lacked a unified direction. Our challenge was to create a cohesive brand identity that could connect these diverse concepts, align them with a clear mission and vision, and effectively communicate that to the community.

Our Solution
Results

We guided The Ouachitas through our Compass framework to help define the mission, vision, and values of the brand. "Catalyzing community through mission and mastery," became the foundation upon which we built the brand's visual identity.

We developed a contemporary Americana design aesthetic that seamlessly connected every touchpoint to the brand mission. This involved creating a versatile logo that embodied both the rustic charm of Mena and the sophistication the owner wanted in his identity. We carefully selected a color palette that evoked warmth while also feeling modern and inviting.

Our team crafted a comprehensive brand guide that ensured consistency across all applications - from menu designs and packaging to interior decor elements. We also developed a unique tone of voice for The Ouachitas, allowing them to communicate their mission effectively across various platforms.

To bring the brand to life, we designed custom signage, menus, and promotional materials that showcased the new identity. We even created branded merchandise that allowed patrons to take a piece of The Ouachitas experience home with them.

The result is a timeless and cohesive style that resonated deeply with the community. The Ouachitas has become more than just a coffee shop, restaurant, and bar - it's now a recognizable and beloved local institution that truly embodies its mission of catalyzing community through mission and mastery.

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001 — Logotype

Celebrating Arkansas's sole National Forest, the logotype of The Ouachitas encapsulates the mystique and charm of its natural landscape, honoring the region's unique qualities.

The Ouachitas Horizontal Logotype on green.
The Ouachitas Horizontal Logotype on white.
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Nº 002 — Color Palette

The brand's collateral draws from an extensive, muted palette, ensuring visual cohesion across all materials.

Branded Coffee Bag Packaging for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Nº 003 — Derek Campbell

The visionary behind The Ouachitas, Derek Campbell pairs his community dedication with his culinary ambitions, shaping a distinctive small-town brand.

Nº 004 — Business Collateral

Matte laminate business cards feature raised gloss ink, serving as a sophisticated statement piece for employees to distribute to prospects.

Nº 003 — Derek Campbell

The visionary behind The Ouachitas, Derek Campbell pairs his community dedication with his culinary ambitions, shaping a distinctive small-town brand.

Nº 004 — Business Collateral

Matte laminate business cards feature raised gloss ink, serving as a sophisticated statement piece for employees to distribute to prospects.

Derek Campbell of The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Graphic Design and Branding of Business Cards for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 005 — Typographic Style

A section of the menu showcasing the Americana-inspired typographic style, reflecting the brand’s visual voice.

Graphic Design and Americana typography for menus at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Nº 006 — Made In Mena Badge

The Ouachitas fosters community engagement through mission-driven branding. We captured this sentiment with two badges— prominently featured on most collateral.

Nº 007 — Made In Mena Text Badge

The preferred version of the 'Made in Mena' badge incorporates a full text statement, clearly conveying the brand's community-focused sentiment.

Nº 006 — Made In Mena Badge

The Ouachitas fosters community engagement through mission-driven branding. We captured this sentiment with two badges— prominently featured on most collateral.

Nº 007 — Made In Mena Text Badge

The preferred version of the 'Made in Mena' badge incorporates a full text statement, clearly conveying the brand's community-focused sentiment.

Graphic Design and Americana typographic badge lockup for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Graphic Design and Americana typographic badge lockup for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 008 — Coffee Label System

Our coffee label system is meticulously designed, driven by the logo and full brand color palette, to ensure brand consistency while providing a repeatable and cost-effective system.

Branded Coffee Bag Sticker Label Rolls for Packaging Coffee at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas

Nº 009 — Coffee Label System

Dynamic animation highlighting the coffee labels' full spectrum of color differentiation, enhancing both employee and patron engagement.

Frontal Branded Coffee Bag Packaging for The Ouachitas of Mena, Arkansas, showing multiple labels and the harmonious color palette.

Nº 010 — Coffee Pouch Design

Each coffee pouch reflects The Ouachitas commitment to mastery, with detailed preparation suggestions.

Branded Coffee Bag Packaging for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas, showing their commitment to perfection.
Branded Coffee Bag Packaging for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas, showing side and back when opened.
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Nº 011 — Coffee Segmentation Badge

This text-only variant of the coffee segmentation badge distinguishes coffee offerings for The Ouachitas brand.

Nº 012 — Dining Segmentation Badge

Featuring both logo and text, this badge delineates the dining segment of The Ouachitas, distinguishing its culinary effort in addition to coffee.

Nº 011 — Coffee Segmentation Badge

This text-only variant of the coffee segmentation badge distinguishes coffee offerings for The Ouachitas brand.

Nº 012 — Dining Segmentation Badge

Featuring both logo and text, this badge delineates the dining segment of The Ouachitas, distinguishing its culinary effort in addition to coffee.

Graphic Design and Americana typographic segmentation badge lockup for The Ouachitas coffee roasters in Mena, Arkansas.
Graphic Design Logo and Americana typographic segmentation badge lockup for The Ouachitas restaurant in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 013 — Menu Spread

The interior and exterior menu spread, presented on newsprint in monotone ink—paired with a shot of espresso and pallette cleanser.

Graphic Design, restaurant illustration and Americana typography for menus at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Graphic Design, restaurant illustration and Americana typography for menus at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
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Nº 014 — Coffee Growlers

Rounded 32 oz. growlers reminisce Ouachitas region apothecary cure-alls of old, combining historical allure with modern whim from MMXX Year.

Nº 015 — To-Go Coffee Cups

Double-walled coffee cups feature timeless branding, designed for durability and sustained use.

Nº 014 — Coffee Growlers

Rounded 32 oz. growlers reminisce Ouachitas region apothecary cure-alls of old, combining historical allure with modern whim from MMXX Year.

Nº 015 — To-Go Coffee Cups

Double-walled coffee cups feature timeless branding, designed for durability and sustained use.

Branded 32 ounce glass growler packaging cure-all serprent graphic design for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Branded Double-Wall Coffee Cup Packaging for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas

Nº 016 — To-Go Pizza Boxes

Simple, craft 7" pizza boxes are adorned with custom-designed stickers, applied in-house.

To-Go Pizza Box Branding Sticker Graphic Design for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 017 — Keg Collars

Each keg collar showcases The Ouachitas logo, facilitating quick recognition and enhancing brand visibility among distributors and bartenders.

Nº 018 — Beer on Tap

Miscellaneous logotypes showcasing a variety of The Ouachitas' crafted brews.

Ullr, Black IPA, Logotype, Nordic-Style Typography and Branding for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Big Dipa, Space-Inspired Logotype, Graphic Design Lockup and Branding for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Rise & Grind, Coffee Cream Ale, Logotype, Graphic Design Lockup and Branding for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Pail Paul Pale Ale, Vintage Sailor Inspired Logotype, Graphic Design Lockup and Branding for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
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Nº 019 — Canned Beer

Select brews were canned for local distribution, including Dead To Me, La Huerta Clara, and Carney Man.

Beer Can Package Design and Branding for Dead to Me, Blackberry Shandy at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Beer Can Package Design and Branding for La Huerta Clara, Mexican Lager at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Beer Can Package Design and Branding for Carney Man, Cotton Candy Hard Lemonade at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
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Nº 020 — Keg Wraps

Our keg wraps are designed with maximalist type, aiding in quick identification and enhancing the visual appeal from any angle.

Beer Keg Wrap Design and Branding for The Ouachitas, in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 021 — Still Well Can Layout

A continuation of the Ouachitas beer can branding, displayed in a monochrome palette to communicate the light brew.

Digital Beer Can Layout Design for Still Well Lager, for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 022 — Beer Variety

The Ouachitas offers a wide selection of beers, each varying in color and style, crafted to cater to diverse palates.

Nº 023 — Dead to Me Direction

For the Dead To Me brew, we developed a seamless blackberry pattern background, perfectly complementing the can's cylindrical form and adding a subtle elegance to the visual identity.

Range of beer pours from The Ouachitas house brews in Mena, Arkansas.
Dead To Me Blackberry Shandy, Skull, Graphic Design Lockup and Branding for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Seamless Blackberry Pattern Design and Illustration for Dead to Me Blackberry Shandy at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
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Nº 024 — Main Squeeze Direction

Main Squeeze, a fusion of blood orange and lemonade, features a classic pin-up girl illustration, marrying vintage aesthetics with contemporary taste.

Nº 025 — Typographic Voice

Each beer variety is given a unique typographic identity, tailored to match its specific character, while unified color and texture enhance brand cohesion.

Nº 024 — Main Squeeze Direction

Main Squeeze, a fusion of blood orange and lemonade, features a classic pin-up girl illustration, marrying vintage aesthetics with contemporary taste.

Nº 025 — Typographic Voice

Each beer variety is given a unique typographic identity, tailored to match its specific character, while unified color and texture enhance brand cohesion.

Main Squeeze, Blood Orange and Lemonade Fusion, Pinup Girl Illustration and Graphic Design Lockup and Branding for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
Blood Orange and Lemonade Fusion Americana Typographic Lockup for Main Squeeze Hard Lemonade at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 026 — Carney Man Direction

As with all canned brews, the Carney Man beer line features a centric brand mark complemented by adaptable vector assets, designed for versatile use across various compositions.

Carney Man, Cotton Candy Flavored Hard Lemonade, Circus Carnival Illustration and Branding for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 027 — Madd Ox Canned Beer

The Madd Ox branding is brought to life through an art-directed photoshoot, capturing the product in natural settings that resonate with the overarching brand motif.

Beer Can Package Design and Branding for Madd Ox, West Coast IPA at The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.

Nº 028 — Animated Beer Fest Promo

We designed animated posters for the Shady Mountain Beer Fest, capturing the festive spirit and promoting the event with dynamic visual appeal.

Client........The Ouachitas
Photography...Sarah Oden

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The Ouachitas

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The Ouachitas is a coffee roaster and brewery with dual culinary and community ambitions in the Arkansas River Valley.

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Branded Coffee Bag Packaging for The Ouachitas in Mena, Arkansas.
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Poco's Beer, Wine, and Spirits

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