CROWN ROYAL TEAMS UP WITH ROB RAUSCH TO LAUNCH FIRST-EVER CAMO BAG & CAPSULE COLLECTION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH REALTREE
Featuring Realtree's APX® Camo Pattern, the Limited-Edition Collection Represents a Shared Appreciation for Craftsmanship & the Outdoors
NEW YORK, April 2, 2026 – For the first time, Crown Royal is introducing a co-branded camo bag and capsule collection in collaboration with outdoor brand Realtree, creator of some of the world’s most recognizable camo patterns. Created for Crown Royal Fine Deluxe, the brand's leading variant, the release reimagines the iconic purple bag with Realtree’s signature APX camo pattern. This marks the first time Crown Royal has transformed one of its most recognizable assets through a collaboration of this scale. With the co-branded bag at the forefront, the brand has developed the limited-edition Crown Royal Camo Capsule Collection, featuring wearables and merchandise that give whisky lovers and outdoor enthusiasts everything they need to enjoy a classic Crown Royal kickback.
Fronting the campaign is Alabama native Rob Rausch, whose distinctive style, easygoing nature and love of the outdoors reflect the unique spirit of the collaboration. As someone who genuinely embodies the outdoor lifestyle, Rausch is a natural fit to bring the collection to life.
“This partnership brings together the things I care about most, like being in nature, spending time with my people and enjoying great whisky,” Rausch said. “I’ve always been into camo, and everything in the collection fits both how I live and my personal style. I’m outdoors a lot, so I use the cooler all the time, fill it with ice and have Crown & Lemonades with the guys.”
The limited-edition Crown Royal Camo Capsule Collection includes a curated set of co-branded, outdoor-ready essentials:
- Crown Royal Camo Bag – A reimagined take on Crown Royal’s iconic purple bag featuring Realtree APX, made for the 750ml Crown Royal bottle. Once you finish enjoying the delicious whisky, keep the bag – this one's a collectible! Only available for purchase at participating retailers.
- Crown Royal Camo Hoodie – A comfortable hoodie featuring the Crown Royal classic logo and Realtree APX. This everyday staple is the perfect layer for those cooler days.
- Crown Royal Camo T-Shirt – Crafted from breathable cotton, this t-shirt featuring the Crown Royal classic logo and Realtree APX delivers all-day comfort.
- Crown Royal Camo Baseball Cap – A classic cap featuring the Crown Royal classic logo and Realtree APX, designed for easy everyday wear.
- Crown Royal x Realtree Cooler – Built for road trips, tailgates and time outdoors, this durable 45-quart cooler features Crown Royal and Realtree classic logos and keeps provisions cold wherever the day takes you.
The collaboration also carries a philanthropic element consistent with Crown Royal’s longstanding commitment to veterans and generosity. The brand is making a $20,000 donation to the Purple Heart Foundation, with an additional portion of proceeds from the collection benefiting the organization.*
"We always hear stories about what people do with their Crown Royal bags. For our first nationally distributed collaboration, it was important that we made something with the right partners that would be cool and collectible," said Hadley Schafer, Vice President, Diageo. “We worked with the Realtree team to reimagine the bag and design items that are authentic to both brands. The result is a collection that reflects not only style, but also our shared appreciation for craftsmanship, time spent outdoors, and, of course, generosity.”
As camo has re-emerged across culture and fashion in recent years, Realtree has become a go-to for consumers looking to incorporate it into their everyday style. Crown Royal fits seamlessly into these moments, whether it's a happy hour or simply winding down after a day spent outdoors. Both brands share values of quality and consistency, exhibited by the meticulous detail in Realtree's distinctive camo patterns and the care that goes into crafting every bottle of Crown Royal whisky.
“When we looked at what Crown Royal has built around their brand – the tradition and the heritage – it was clear this wasn’t just a run-of-the-mill brand collab,” said Tyler Jordan, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Realtree. “Combining our Realtree APX with their iconic purple bag made creative sense, and it resulted in something our audiences will actually want to own and wear.”
The Crown Royal Camo Capsule Collection is available now at https://www.crownroyal.com/crown-royal-realtree while supplies last.
*Donation based on gross proceeds of sales of wearables within the collection, up to a maximum of $10,000 which is in addition to guaranteed donation of $20,000. Donation to support the Critical Assistance Grants program of Military Order Of The Purple Heart Service Foundation Inc., 7008 Little River Turnpike, Unit 1, Annandale, VA 22003 (https://purpleheartfoundation.org). Purchase not tax deductible.
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About Crown Royal
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky is the number-one selling Canadian whisky brand in the world and has a tradition as long and distinctive as its taste. Specially blended to commemorate a grand tour of Canada made by the King and Queen of Great Britain in 1939, Crown Royal's smooth and elegant flavor was an exceptionally generous gift fit for royalty. Its gift-worthy presentation reflects its regal origins – it is considered the epitome of Canadian whisky. For more information, visit crownroyal.com. Crown Royal encourages all consumers to please enjoy responsibly.
About Diageo North America
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.
Diageo is a global company, and our products are sold in nearly 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and the New York Stock Exchange (DEO).
For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.
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About Realtree®
Founded in 1986, and celebrating 40 years in 2026, Realtree is a leading outdoor lifestyle brand known for creating some of the most effective and innovative camouflage patterns in the world. Built on a deep respect for hunting heritage, conservation, and the outdoor way of life, Realtree’s patterns are trusted by hunters across seasons, species, and terrain. Through strategic partnerships, licensing, and advocacy, Realtree and the flagship stick & limb pattern, Realtree APX®, continue to expand across apparel, gear, and lifestyle products, while supporting wildlife conservation and responsible outdoor recreation. Realtree remains committed to protecting the traditions that connect families, friends, and communities to the outdoors for generations to come.
About the Purple Heart Foundation
For more than 65 years, the Purple Heart Foundation has stood beside America's combat-wounded veterans by providing financial assistance through Critical Assistance Grants, mental health resources, scholarships, career support, and community programs to those who paid the highest price in service to our country. The Foundation honors the sacrifice of Purple Heart recipients, their families, and honorably discharged veterans and works every day to ensure they don't just survive civilian life but thrive in it. Learn more at purpleheartfoundation.org.
