FOR UK DRINKS FOUNDERS

Before the label is printed, check the name behind it.

Developing a spirit, beer, soft drink or other beverage brand? An early trade mark review can help you understand the position before more is invested in packaging, production and launch.

● Chartered Trade Mark Attorney    ● Regulated by IPReg    ● Clear fees before substantive work

WHERE ARE YOU NOW?

Trade mark questions often arise while the brand is still taking shape.

You do not need to wait for launch. The useful moment to consider the name is often while there is still room to change direction.

◉ Name selected
A serious candidate is emerging.
◌ Product developing
Formulation or testing is underway.
▤ Packaging underway
Labels or artwork are taking shape.
✓ Preparing to launch
Market entry is getting closer.

WHAT WE NEED TO UNDERSTAND

Four parts of the brand picture.

Your proposed name · Clearance needs · Goods & classes · Filing strategy

Drinks Brand Pre-Launch Assessment

A short guided assessment will help us understand the proposed brand before we recommend the appropriate next step.

    STEP 1 OF 4 · BRAND STAGE

    Where are you in the launch process?

    STEP 2 OF 4 · YOUR BRAND

    Tell us about the proposed drinks brand.

    STEP 3 OF 4 · SEARCHES & LAUNCH

    What have you done so far?

    STEP 4 OF 4 · YOUR DETAILS

    Where should we respond?

    We use your details to respond to this enquiry. Privacy policy. This is an enquiry, not a clearance opinion. No substantive paid work starts until the scope and fees are agreed.

    What happens next?

    ① Tell us about the brand · Share the proposed name, product and launch stage.

    ② We review your position · We consider what clearance or protection work appears appropriate.

    ③ We explain the work and fee · You know the scope and fees before substantive work begins.

    ④ You decide · You choose whether you want Corpinal IP to proceed.

    Prefer to understand the issues first?

    You are building the product. Make the brand part of the launch plan.