By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Hershey Company and Nintendo of America are launching licensed Kit Kat and Jolly Rancher candy packages that feature characters from Super Mario. The limited-edition Kit Kat and Jolly Rancher packaging includes a wide variety of licensed Mario characters from the franchises' Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe … [Read more...] about “Mama Mia!” Super Mario in Sweet Deal With Hershey
Food and Beverages
Surge Brands Signs Multiple Deals for Toxic Waste
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Surge Brands has signed new licensing partners for Candy Dynamics’ Toxic Waste Hazardously Sour Candy brand. The new licensees secured for the Toxic Waste licensing program include a wide range of partners across multiple product categories and international retail markets. “Since embarking on a licensing program with Surge in 2021, … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Signs Multiple Deals for Toxic Waste
Free Rein x Stetson Cowboy Coffee Puts the Yee-Haw in Your Mornings
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Free Rein Coffee and Stetson have announced a collaborative partnership for two limited-edition, co-branded Cowboy Coffee Kits. Available in either Ground Beans or Pod versions, each Cowboy Coffee Kit features a unique coffee blend called Trailblazer that is packaged in an exclusive gift set that contains two locally-crafted ceramic … [Read more...] about Free Rein x Stetson Cowboy Coffee Puts the Yee-Haw in Your Mornings
M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter M&M's and Kate Spade New York have signed a licensing partnership for a limited-edition collection of M&M's candy-inspired fashion accessories. The licensed capsule collection from Kate Spade New York includes a range of products wth colorful design details inspired by M&M's candy shells, shapes and product … [Read more...] about M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection
Reebok Dives Into Sports Nutrition With Generation Joy
TLL Staff The global sports brand Reebok has announced a partnership with Generation Joy to launch innovative performance and nutritional products. The partners say they are aiming to revolutionize sports nutrition by delivering high-quality, effective and research-backed products for the sports and performance nutrition market. Through the partnership, Generation Joy … [Read more...] about Reebok Dives Into Sports Nutrition With Generation Joy
Universal Pictures and Absolut Conjuring Up Some ‘Wicked’ Cocktails
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Premium alcohol brand Absolut has put together a Wicked-themed cocktail kit to mark the release of the highly anticipated film. Absolut is also the official spirits partner for the Universal Pictures' film, which arrives in theaters on November 22. Absolute says it is "toasting to the power of friendship and inclusivity" by offering Wicked … [Read more...] about Universal Pictures and Absolut Conjuring Up Some ‘Wicked’ Cocktails
Chupa Chups’ Chillin’ Out With 6IXTY8IGHT Loungewear
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The confectionery brand Chupa Chups has just released an exclusive collection in collaboration with 6IXTY8IGHT, a leading women's fashion brand in Asia. The youthful and feminine collection combines Chupa Chups’ playful spirit with 6IXTY8IGHT’s stylish designs, in a range of apparel from lingerie to casual wear. "Featuring 10 … [Read more...] about Chupa Chups’ Chillin’ Out With 6IXTY8IGHT Loungewear
Kona Ice Serves Up Some Cool Licensing with Brandgenuity
America's Top Shaved Ice Franchise Moving Into Food, Toy and Lifestyle Categories TLL Staff The shaved ice brand Kona Ice is moving into licensing, partnering with top agency Brandgenuity. The new partners say that despite summer coming to an end, the mobile food franchise's licensing activities are just starting to heat up. Kona Ice is the largest mobile food … [Read more...] about Kona Ice Serves Up Some Cool Licensing with Brandgenuity
Nothing Bundt Cakes Gets Some Pop Tart Flavor in Kellanova Collab
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nothing Bundt Cakes has unveiled a new collaboration with Kellanova for a licensed Bundtlet inspired by Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts. This new offering combines the taste of the Pop Tarts breakfast treat with Nothing Bundt Cakes' signature mini Bundt cakes. The Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts Bundtlet features a strawberry cake base enhanced … [Read more...] about Nothing Bundt Cakes Gets Some Pop Tart Flavor in Kellanova Collab
Must Read: Mars Acquires Kellogg’s Snack Division Kellanova
$35 Billion Acquisition Changes the Global Landscape for Snacks and Confectionery By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mars and Kellanova have entered a definitive merger agreement that will combine two of the world's largest snack producers. Mars, a family-owned leader in snacking, food and pet care, has agreed to acquire Kellanova for $83.50 per share, for a total … [Read more...] about Must Read: Mars Acquires Kellogg’s Snack Division Kellanova