HEINZ x Mustard Drop Spicy Summer Sauce for BBQs in First Celebrity Collab

The newest summer anthem doesn’t come from a speaker but a squeeze bottle.

HEINZ and Grammy-winning producer Mustard have launched "HEINZ MUSTAAAAAARD," a chipotle honey mustard sauce that’s smoky, sweet, and made for the grill.

The limited-edition condiment is the first U.S. co-creation between the iconic sauce brand and a celebrity partner, and marks HEINZ Mustard’s biggest national innovation in nearly ten years.

 

 

 

 

 

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Mustard, now officially named the brand’s Chief Mustard Officer, worked closely with HEINZ to develop the sauce, personally testing a range of flavor combinations at the company’s headquarters.

The brand partnership was inspired by Mustard’s real-life passion for grilling, giving fans a flavor that reflects his backyard staples.

“I knew I wanted to make my own sauce one day, something that wouldn’t be like anything else out there," Mustard said.

The music producer then walked us through his product process with the HEINZ team, trying a variety of ingredients like jalapeños, bacon, and chipotle peppers until they achieved the perfect flavor.

"It came down to three top competitors, but this is the one, the ‘Mustard’ of all mustards," he added.

 

 

 

 

 

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And after all the trial and error arose a thick, golden condiment with a spicy kick from chipotle peppers and a smooth finish from honey.

"This work shows up for the culture while also showing out with enviable business impacts as well," Aki Spicer, Monks North Ameria Managing Director, Cashmere and EVP of Strategy, told DesignRush.

"We love finding that sweet spot of activating fandoms, and delivering on the brand's values, and driving true business momentum — its the win, win and win."

The new HEINZ MUSTAAAAAARD can be used as a marinade for ribs or a topping for burgers, but the brand says the thick texture and smoky edge also make it ideal for wings and salmon.

First Taste Rolls Out at Buffalo Wild Wings

To tease the collab, Heinz posted a short reel of a receipt coming out of a machine. 

In the receipt, viewers can see two orders: one All-American Cheeseburger, and Heinz Mustaaaaaaaaaaaaaard. 

The spot ends with the date of the condiment drop.

Now, the day has come. 

The exclusive first look at HEINZ MUSTAAAAAARD begins at Buffalo Wild Wings, where diners can try the sauce on beef menu items starting today.

 

 

 

 

 

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Those who order in-store will receive a free bottle while supplies last.

A wider retail rollout is planned shortly after, with availability on Walmart.com, Amazon, Target, and select 7-Eleven stores.

Furthermore, the campaign includes a dedicated microsite where fans can keep up with future drops.

While it’s positioned as a limited-time product, the buzz from this celebrity x brand pairing suggests it won’t be the last time HEINZ taps into rap for saucey inspiration. 

Our Take: Can Music and Mustard Work? 

Tying your limited-edition product to a big name in music is one way to build brand recall.

And HEINZ does this masterfully.

But what really gives the campaign its charm is Mustard's genuine admiration for the product and passion for BBQs. 

This shows in the way the product is branded, from its flavor down to its packaging design.

When it comes to partnerships, the campaigns that truly stick are the ones that feel real and authentic. 

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