The Licensing Letter

Food/Beverage

Beanstalk Brews Guinness-Flavored Beef Jerky for Diageo

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Diageo North America has partnered with 3 Elizabeths to launch a licensed beef jerky product inspired by the Guinness stout brand. First established in 1759, Guinness stout beer is crafted using high-quality hops, yeast, water and  roasted & malted barley. Guinness products are currently brewed in 49 countries worldwide and available for … [Read more...] about Beanstalk Brews Guinness-Flavored Beef Jerky for Diageo

Brand Central Gets a Slice of Licensing Heaven With Domino’s Deal

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Top global pizza brand Domino's has selected Brand Central LLC as its first ever exclusive licensing agency for the United States market. Brand Central is not only a TLL Top 5 global licensing agency, but is also one of the Big Three when it comes to food and beverage licensing. It will now partner with Domino's to extend the … [Read more...] about Brand Central Gets a Slice of Licensing Heaven With Domino’s Deal

Licensing Roundup: Landslide of Deals as Expo Approaches

TLL Staff 'Tis the season for licensing deals, and this week there are too many deals to count as companies rush to put their best foot forward for the upcoming Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. Here's a quick hit list of selected deals: Dolly Parton Gets All Dolled Up With Krispy Kreme Donuts When it comes to pairing “sweets” for the first time, it doesn’t get any sweeter … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Landslide of Deals as Expo Approaches

Brandgenuity to Represent Top Snack Brand Brownie Brittle

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing agency Brandgenuity has been selected as the exclusive licensing agency of record for Brownie Brittle, by Second Nature Brands, a national leader in snacks and treats. Brownie Brittle is America’s number one brownie snack brand, known for its rich, gourmet brownie taste with a crisp cookie crunch, perfect for on-the-go, … [Read more...] about Brandgenuity to Represent Top Snack Brand Brownie Brittle

Cronus Global and Kung Fu Tea Kicking It at Licensing Expo

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Cronus Global will be showcasing the bubble tea chain Kung Fu Tea for the first time ever at this year's Licensing Expo. Kung Fu Tea is known as the brand that puts a bit more punch into tea time. It's the largest bubble tea company in North America, with a large and dedicated following. This year visitors to Cronus Global’s booth … [Read more...] about Cronus Global and Kung Fu Tea Kicking It at Licensing Expo

TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Long-term partners Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays have updated their existing consumer products agreement with an exclusive, perpetual extension for TGI Fridays frozen appetizers. The new, indefinite term licensing agreement replaces the limited duration arrangement that Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays previously signed in 2015. The license … [Read more...] about TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz

Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign

TLL Featured Story The Jel Sert Company, renowned for its iconic and top-selling brands, including Wyler's Light, Fla-Vor-Ice, Otter Pops, and Pure Kick, is strategically shifting its focus by expanding its business model into an outbound licensing program. Consumers have been seeking new and innovative products from these iconic brands and Jel Sert is now seeking to partner … [Read more...] about Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign

Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies

TLL Staff Squishmallows are about to get a whole lot sweeter thanks to a partnership between Jazwares and See's Candies. Jazwares, one of the world’s leading toy companies, and the California-based candy company See’s Candies, are releasing a gift set that includes co-branded plush, chocolate boxes and totes inspired by the top-selling plush brand … [Read more...] about Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies

Virtual Dining Concepts Expands IHOP Partnership

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief IHOP is about a lot more than just pancakes these days, as the chain has expanded its collaboration with Virtual Dining Concepts. Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) is the creator of virtual restaurant brands that expand the revenue of independent kitchens. The concept is sometimes know colloquially as 'ghost kitchens', but essentially … [Read more...] about Virtual Dining Concepts Expands IHOP Partnership

Asembl Secures Tasty Toothcare Partnership Between Chupa Chups and Hismile

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Asembl has brokered a licensing partnership between Chupa Chups and Hismile for a range of candy-flavored fluoride toothpastes. Hismile is a global toothcare brand that provides a comprehensive range of oral health products that covers everyday tooth care, teeth whitening and brightening needs. The licensed Chupa Chups toothpaste is made with … [Read more...] about Asembl Secures Tasty Toothcare Partnership Between Chupa Chups and Hismile