TREVOSE,
Pa. – Nov. 12, 2024 – Mini Melts USA, the leader in premium beaded ice cream, today announces a
complete brand refresh to align with the company’s remarkable growth and
expansion from 2024. The new visual identity, which includes an updated logo
and brand expression, revamped website and modernized product packaging and
distribution equipment, will roll out in early 2025.
This
brand refresh follows a period of rapid expansion for Mini Melts, fueled by a
recent investment from Altamont Capital Partners in 2023. As Mini Melts expands its
presence across new markets and channels, this updated look will serve as the
foundation for its continued leadership in the frozen novelty category. The
brand boasts the highest revenue per square foot in the frozen novelty segment while
outpacing the top 50 brands in the competitive set with 3.5x sales growth[1].
"Mini
Melts has experienced tremendous growth over the past few years, and this brand
refresh is a natural next step for us," said Dan Kilcoyne, president and CEO
of Mini Melts. "As we continue to expand into new markets and offer our
premium products nationwide, it’s important that our brand reflects the joy,
fun and innovation that define Mini Melts. Entering this new era of the brand, we’re
ready to meet the evolving needs of our growing customer base with the spoonfuls
of fun they crave.”
Mini
Melts operates 23 distribution centers across the U.S., serving tens of
thousands of company-owned points of distribution through its fully integrated
white glove distribution model, with a presence in high-profile venues like the
Georgia Aquarium, the Philadelphia Zoo and PNC Stadium. Mini Melts has also
expanded with national retailers like Wawa, Walgreens, CVS and 7-Eleven. The
company was voted a Top Workplace in Philadelphia and named a Bain &
Company Insurgent Brand for 2023.
Mini
Melts has established itself as a leader in the frozen novelty space, and this
brand refresh will further enhance its appeal to existing customers like
SkyZone, Zoo New England and the Cleveland Zoo, while attracting new audiences
in retail, vending and other channels. The company will continue to offer innovative,
fan-favorite flavors like Cotton Candy and Cookies & Cream, while improving
brand consistency and visibility across all touchpoints, supporting continued
growth and strengthening its presence even further in the market.
As Mini Melts continues to grow, the
company is focused on delivering fun and flavor in every bite. Visit minimeltsusa.com to explore the new look and learn more.
About Mini Melts USA
Founded in 2004, Mini Melts is one of the
fastest-growing ice cream novelties in the U.S., offering a premium beaded ice
cream experience made with 14% butterfat for unmatched flavor and quality.
Mini
Melts is distributed through a variety of channels, including automated kiosks,
grab-and-go freezers, and custom serving carts and huts, all equipped with
-40°F cryogenic freezers to preserve the perfect temperature for a uniquely
enjoyable melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Beloved flavors like Cotton Candy, Cookies & Cream and the non-dairy fan
favorite Rainbow Ice are enjoyed across more than 35,000 locations nationwide.
Mini
Melts is headquartered in the Philadelphia Metro Area, with a manufacturing
facility in Norwich, Connecticut, and distribution centers strategically
located across the U.S. For more information, visit minimeltsusa.com or follow along on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
[1] According to Q2-23
Novelties IRI Data – US Convenience; L12W (excludes small brands); SPINS Ending
12/31/2023 – Total US Convenience
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