Pink Lady: A Sparkling Success

Describes how a small alcoholic drinks brand, Pink Lady, was advertised on Capital Radio at Christmas 1985 with a limited budget, after no advertising at all for over 20 years.
Agency: Saatchi & Saatchi ComptonAuthor: David Downing

Pink Lady: A Sparkling Success

SYNOPSIS

Pink Lady is a sweet sparkling perry. It is made in Kent by Goldwell who are a specialised drinks company within Allied Lyons plc. Pink Lady is a small brand in the alcoholic drinks market; it is worth about £1m a year in sales through off-licences. At Christmas 1985 Pink Lady was advertised on Capital Radio. This was the first time that the brand had been advertised for over 20 years. Sales of Pink Lady rose in the advertised area...

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