TLL Staff A holiday staple is getting a bold new twist this year, as Cookies United and Cheez-It unveiled the Cheez-It Holiday House Kit, a limited-edition take on the traditional gingerbread house. The kit replaces gingerbread walls with cheese-flavored cookies and includes Cheez-It crackers, candies and icing for decorating. Cookies United, a bakery company known for … [Read more...] about Cheez-It Creates a Savory Twist on the Gingerbread House
Food and Beverages
Swizzels and English Cheesecake Partner on a Very British Dessert
TLL Staff British confectionery maker Swizzels has teamed with English Cheesecake Company to launch a new dessert inspired by the brand’s popular Squashies candy. The collaboration, brokered by Blonde Sheep Licensing, will see the debut of Squashies Cheesecake Slices in Sainsbury’s stores beginning on September 11. The dessert combines layers of fruit-flavored … [Read more...] about Swizzels and English Cheesecake Partner on a Very British Dessert
Fanta Putting Horror Icons on Soda Cans for Halloween
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief This Halloween, some of cinema’s most infamous villains won’t just be lurking in theaters and haunted houses; they’ll be staring back from soda cans. Fanta announced Tuesday it is partnering with Universal Pictures and Blumhouse to launch a global Halloween campaign featuring five horror icons. They include Chucky from the “Child’s Play” … [Read more...] about Fanta Putting Horror Icons on Soda Cans for Halloween
Kraft Heinz to Split Into Two Independent Companies in 2026
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Image credit: Photo of the Kraft Heinz global headquarters, courtesy of The Kraft Heinz Co. Earthshaking news in the food and beverage sector as Kraft Heinz, one of the world's largest food brands, announced it is splitting the company into two separate entities. The Kraft Heinz Co. says its board of directors has unanimously approved a … [Read more...] about Kraft Heinz to Split Into Two Independent Companies in 2026
Coors and Wrangler Saddle Up for Western-Themed Apparel Line
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Two Western icons are riding together for the first time, and they’re bringing denim and beer under one roof. Wrangler and Coors Banquet have teamed up on the Wrangler x Coors Banquet Collection, a co-branded apparel line that toasts their shared legacy of cowboy grit, craftsmanship and wide-open spaces. The line debuts August 21 and … [Read more...] about Coors and Wrangler Saddle Up for Western-Themed Apparel Line
Aviation American Gin and Wrexham AFC Raise a Glass to Football History
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Move over, boring bottles of gin gathering dust on your shelf. Aviation American Gin is back with a limited-edition commemorative pack that celebrates Wrexham AFC’s improbable, borderline cinematic rise to the Championship. Yes, it's the same team that went from “local club with loyal fans” to “Hollywood Netflix darlings who keep winning at … [Read more...] about Aviation American Gin and Wrexham AFC Raise a Glass to Football History
Captain Morgan and Pluto Golf Launch ‘Play the Slice’ Apparel Line
TLL Staff Captain Morgan Sliced is teaming up with Pluto Golf for its first apparel collaboration, introducing the limited-edition Play the Slice Capsule Collection. The line, which debuts Aug. 22 exclusively at Pluto.Golf, includes polos, shorts, hats, windbreakers and Pluto’s P1 sneakers. The gear is designed for golfers who embrace bold looks as much as big swings, said … [Read more...] about Captain Morgan and Pluto Golf Launch ‘Play the Slice’ Apparel Line
Campbell’s Chunky and Pabst Invite Fans to “Crack Open a Warm One”
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Campbell’s Chunky has always billed itself as the soup that eats like a meal. Now, thanks to a partnership with Pabst Blue Ribbon, it might also drink like one. The two brands have joined forces on a pair of new creations that combine hearty comfort food with a splash of PBR’s malty flavor. The two new products are a "Beer Cheese with … [Read more...] about Campbell’s Chunky and Pabst Invite Fans to “Crack Open a Warm One”
Surge Brands Scoops Up First Licensing Deals For Mister Softee
TLL Staff Surge Brands has announced the first wave of licensing partners for Mister Softee, expanding the iconic ice cream truck brand into new product categories aimed at reaching younger generations of consumers. The program’s initial partners include Centric Beauty/Taste Beauty for health and beauty products, Multipet for pet toys and accessories, C-Life Group for apparel … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Scoops Up First Licensing Deals For Mister Softee
Kahlúa and Dunkin’ Stir Up Licensed Liqueur
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kahlúa has partnered with Dunkin' to introduce a co-branded beverage called Kahlúa Dunkin' Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur. The collaborative product will be the latest addition to the Kahlúa brand's permanent collection of crafted liqueurs. "Kahlúa is famous for great-tasting Espresso Martinis and now we're stirring up everyday occasions with … [Read more...] about Kahlúa and Dunkin’ Stir Up Licensed Liqueur