Food & Drink
The Brand Radar: Radley, Royal Ascot and tapping into opportunities around unique events
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes shines a spotlight on the licensing programme around Royal Ascot, which boasts partners including L.K.Bennett, Radley and Charbonnel et Walker.
Surge Brands to develop lifestyle licensing programme for Cigarette Racing Team
“Our new line of branded merchandise for this American Offshore Legend will represent the level of luxury and sophistication that fans of Cigarette know and love,” said Surge Brands’ Ari Freedman.
Boston Beer Company and PepsiCo bring Mtn Dew into alcohol with Hard Mtn Dew
Hard Mtn Dew is available in several States across the US, with more being added throughout the year.
Brown-Forman and The Coca-Cola Company team up for Jack Daniel’s & Coca‑Cola drink
“This relationship brings together two classic American icons to deliver consumers a taste experience they love in a way that is consistent, convenient, and portable,” said Lawson Whiting, CEO and President of Brown-Forman Corporation.
Dean’s debuts The Open shortbread collection
The range includes a tin of all butter shortbread rounds designed to emulate a set of golf balls.
BARK debuts Jurassic World dog toys and treats
The range includes a Dr. Ian Malcolm-inspired toy, a dinosaur wearable headpiece and Raptor Scraps treats.
Alma de Ace launches Coca-Cola apparel collection
The collection boasts nods to Coke ads, slogans and logos from the past, including the Eighties ‘Coke Is It!’ tagline.
Talking Brands: McDonald’s footwear, KFC handbags, Taco Bell luggage… Is this a heyday for fast-food brand extensions?
The Opinionated Designer’s Emma Horton, Pink Key Licensing’s Richard Pink and Start Licensing’s Ian Downes share their thoughts on the potential of fast-food brands.
From Barbie to Colin the Caterpillar: How brands are celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Brands including Swatch, McDonald’s and Peppa Pig have launched Jubilee-inspired products and experiences.
Candy brands including PEZ, Smarties and Chupa Chups partner with MGA Entertainment for L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Mini Sweets
“This collaboration – the largest we’ve done to date – is the latest example of MGA Entertainment’s innovative and creative approach to providing new and exciting products for our loyal and enthusiastic collector community,” said Isaac Larian, Founder and CEO at MGA Entertainment.