Canopy Brand Group Named Agency of Record for High Limb Cider

New York, NY — January 9, 2026 — Canopy Brand Group announced it has been named Agency of Record (AOR) for High Limb Cider, coinciding with the debut of the brand’s new strategic positioning, visual identity, packaging system, and website.

This milestone follows a deep partnership between High Limb and Canopy that reimagined the brand from the ground up—transforming it from a regional, under-the-radar favorite into a bold challenger poised to disrupt the national hard cider category.

At the heart of the relaunch is High Limb’s new brand platform, “Bite Into Bold”—a confident, flavor-first expression designed to bring energy, personality, and modernity to the craft cider space. The “Bite Into Bold” platform—developed by Canopy in 2025—reintroduces High Limb with a vibrant, modern look and a confident point of view: craft cider should be as bold as the people who drink it. The platform comes to life through:

“Canopy didn’t just help us change the way we look—they helped us change the way we show up in the world,” said Colin Geoffrey, CEO of High Limb Cider. “Their strategic clarity and creative craft gave us a brand that reflects who we truly are and where we’re headed. Naming them our Agency of Record was not just the right decision—it was the only decision.”

As Agency of Record, Canopy Brand Group will lead ongoing brand-building initiatives, including:

  • National campaigns across digital, social, and media

  • Content creation, community, and storytelling

  • Packaging updates and portfolio innovation

  • Retail activation and trade marketing strategies

  • Experiential and collaboration programs

  • Long-range strategy and brand ecosystem development

“High Limb is a standout product in a category ready for disruption,” said Marc Sampogna, Managing Partner and Chief Creative Officer at Canopy Brand Group. “We built ‘Bite Into Bold’ to give the brand cultural swagger, distinctiveness, and unstoppable energy. As AOR, we’re excited to amplify that vision across every consumer touchpoint.”

The brand’s redesign ushers in the next chapter of growth for High Limb, supported by phased expansion plans, a robust flavor portfolio, and a visual identity system tailored for national scale. The new website—also created by Canopy—showcases High Limb’s bold personality and delivers a refreshed digital experience built for discovery, education, and commerce.

About High Limb Cider
High Limb Cider is a craft cider company rooted in quality and driven by flavor. Known for its smooth profiles and bold taste expressions, High Limb produces a diverse lineup of premium hard ciders made with real ingredients and a fearless approach to flavor.

About Canopy Brand Group
Canopy Brand Group is a strategic branding, creative, and innovation agency with offices in New York and California. The agency partners with ambitious brands to build platforms, designs, and campaigns that accelerate growth and drive lasting cultural and commercial relevance.

A JOINT EFFORT: Growing The Agriculturalist with Canopy

At Canopy, we love helping brands find their voice. Our work with The Agriculturalist, a new cannabis dispensary in Massachusetts, proves that when creativity meets strategy, the results are highly impactful.

We developed their brand positioning — “Thoughtful cannabis, for the people.” and extended it across every touchpoint:

  • Consumer segmentation to understand and connect with audiences

  • Digital advertising & social media content/management

  • Collateral, merchandise & signage that bring the brand to life

  • A podcast concept, “Toke of Genius,” designed to spark meaningful conversations in cannabis culture                              

Partnering with Canopy wasn’t just about branding — it was about shaping an identity that feels authentic, thoughtful, and enduring. The Agriculturalist is proof of what happens when strategy and creativity work hand in hand.
— Colin Geoffrey, Founder & CEO, The Agriculturalist
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AI + Real Intelligence: Why Brands Need Both to Win

Artificial Intelligence is rewriting the rules of branding and product innovation. From predictive insights that spot the next flavor trend, to automated packaging concepts generated in minutes, AI can supercharge every stage of a brand’s lifecycle. Teams can mine consumer data faster, prototype more efficiently, and refine strategy with unprecedented precision.

But the brands that truly break through know technology alone isn’t enough. Real Intelligence—human creativity, intuition, and emotional empathy—remains the difference between good and great. Consumers don’t simply buy products; they connect with stories, values, and subtle cues that only people can craft. A perfectly optimized package still needs a spark of humanity to resonate on a global scale.

The Hidden Challenge of Adoption

Integrating AI isn’t as easy as flipping a switch. Inside many organizations the first reaction is often: Now what?

  • How does this impact my role and workload? 

  • What’s the learning curve and how do I stay ahead?

  • How do I leverage these tools to meet expectations and grow my career?

Without a thoughtful plan, AI can feel like an added burden instead of a breakthrough. Teams need clarity, training, and a roadmap to turn AI from a shiny object into a sustainable advantage.

Blending Artificial and Real Intelligence

At Canopy/Launch Innovation, we call this balance AIRIArtificial Intelligence + Real Intelligence.

Our approach combines best-in-class AI capabilities with deep human insight to guide every step of your brand journey:

  • Strategy: turning massive datasets into actionable foresight

  • Design & Packaging: using generative tools to spark concepts while ensuring emotional resonance

  • Implementation: building internal processes so your team feels empowered, not overwhelmed

The result is a seamless, efficient, and human integration of AI—where technology elevates your people rather than replaces them.

The future of brand growth isn’t AI or people. It’s the powerful intersection of both.

Canopy/Launch is ready to help you navigate that intersection and make AI work with your team to unlock what’s next.