A scientific study has shown that people’s taste preference for Marmite is in their genes. Called The Marmite Gene Project, the study commissioned by the Unilever brand gives weight to its long-time marketing slogan, “Love it or hate it”. DNAFit, the genetic testing centre behind the research, has published a scientific white paper detailing how […]
Diageo has unveiled a new advertising campaign for Haig Club’s new line extension, Clubman, featuring David Beckham. The campaign was photographed by award-winning fashion photographer Glen Luchford, who set out to bring “an engaging, contemporary aesthetic” to the ads and “reflect Haig Club’s stylish take on Scotch” in the images. In the main image, Beckham […]
Heineken has extended its relationship with Adam & Eve/DDB by appointing the agency to handle the UK advertising for Amstel. There is no incumbent on the account, which has been dormant in recent years. Amstel has worked with agencies including Karmarama in the UK and 180 Amsterdam and StrawberryFrog globally in the past. Adam & […]
Marmite is threatening “full-scale Marmageddon” with the return of its controversial yet widely celebrated animal rescue spoof which escaped censure after generating hundreds of complaints. A teaser launched on January 6, trumpeting the return of the mockumentary in which jars of Marmite are rescued from the backs of kitchen cupboards and taken away for be […]
Unilever is bringing back the iconic sunflower logo for Flora as part of its biggest marketing investment in the brand to kickstart sales. The logo – which has not appeared on pack for 15 years – will be introduced through a nationwide advertising push aimed at mums that will champion the sunflower as the “hero […]
The Unilever brand Marmite has unveiled a new strapline and its first TV ad in two years as part of a £2 million campaign. The “Love it. Hate it. Just don’t forget it” campaign aims to reinvigorate the brand’s popularity in the UK. The 90-second spot, which launched on August 5, spoofs animal-rescue documentaries. It […]