The Licensing Letter

Food and Beverage Licensing

REDCON1 and Hostess Launch Licensed Protein Partnership

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hostess Brands and REDCON1 have signed a multi-year partnership to bring Hostess' portfolio of sweet flavors to licensed protein beverages. The multi-year licensing partnership will offer a range of limited-edition products that feature flavors from popular Hostess snack brands. The company's portfolio includes well-known snack cake … [Read more...] about REDCON1 and Hostess Launch Licensed Protein Partnership

Girl Tribe and Duke’s Mayonnaise Team Up for Food Fashion

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Girl Tribe Co. has teamed up with Duke's Mayonnaise for a collaborative collection of mayonnaise themed fashion. "We're excited to team up with this celebrated clothing brand in a city that's full of energy, community, spirit, and has a deep love for Duke's," said Duke's digital content manager, Sarah DiPeppe. "From college football to … [Read more...] about Girl Tribe and Duke’s Mayonnaise Team Up for Food Fashion

Oakberry and Aryna Sabalenka Serve Up Licensed Menu Item

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Oakberry and Aryna Sabalenka are continuing their partnership with a licensed menu item called the Tiger Bowl. Inspired by the professional tennis player's tiger tattoo, the Tiger Bowl is made with layers of Oakberry's premium açaí, whey protein, peanut butter, granola and strawberries. The exclusive menu item was launched on March 3 ahead … [Read more...] about Oakberry and Aryna Sabalenka Serve Up Licensed Menu Item

Chef Morimoto Launches Saucy Collection with Williams Sonoma

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Williams Sonoma is launching a collaborative culinary collection with Michelin-star restaurateur and Iron Chef, Masaharu Morimoto. Known as the host of Iron Chef and Iron Chef America, Masaharu Morimoto is a celebrity culinary expert who operates 24 restaurant locations around the world. He has also published two award-winning cookbooks, … [Read more...] about Chef Morimoto Launches Saucy Collection with Williams Sonoma

Cosmic Crisp and Dunford Pastry Launch Fruitful Partnership

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Proprietary Variety Management and Dunford Pastry have launched a licensed dessert that is made with Cosmic Crisp branded apples. The licensed Apple Filled Pastries mark Dunford as the first U.S. retail brand to introduce a dessert that features the Cosmic Crisp apple variety. Developed by Proprietary Variety Management over 20 years … [Read more...] about Cosmic Crisp and Dunford Pastry Launch Fruitful Partnership

Choco Milk Signs Beanstalk as its Licensing Representative

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Beanstalk Latin America has partnered with Choco Milk to develop a licensing program that will extend the brand into new product categories. Through the terms of the agreement, Beanstalk will work to secure licensing partnerships that will leverage Choco Milk's rich flavor profile and official brand mascot, Pancho Pantera. The initial … [Read more...] about Choco Milk Signs Beanstalk as its Licensing Representative

Surge Brands Named Licensing Agent for Cookie Dough Bites

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Surge Brands has been appointed by Taste of Nature as the global licensing agent for Cookie Dough Bites candy. As Cookie Dough Bites' representative, Surge Brands will oversee the development of a global licensing program that will focus on introducing products across multiple retail categories. These categories will include protein … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Named Licensing Agent for Cookie Dough Bites

Wendy’s and Girl Scouts USA Debut Thin Mint Frosty

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wendy's has partnered with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) for a limited-edition Thin Mints Frosty menu item. Available in chocolate and vanilla flavors, the licensed Frosty features a Thin Mints-inspired cookie crumble sauce that is swirled into the dessert and piled on the top. "The friendship between Wendy's and Girl Scouts of the … [Read more...] about Wendy’s and Girl Scouts USA Debut Thin Mint Frosty

Krispy Kreme and Hulu Team Up for Movie Snack Doughnuts

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Krispy Kreme and Hulu have launched a licensed doughnut collection inspired by popular cinema snacks. Launched on February 17, the collection features four doughnut flavors that are based on classic theater treats like blue raspberry slushies, caramel popcorn, chocolate cookie dough and candy. “This first-ever collaboration with Hulu … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme and Hulu Team Up for Movie Snack Doughnuts