Brokered by Licensing Agency Beanstalk, Ohio-Based Signature Sauces Bring OSU Fans New Ways to Show Pride

Buckeye fans, get ready to fire up your grills! The Ohio State University, a leading collegiate licensor, has collaborated with Ohio-based manufacturer Signature Sauces to release a series of officially licensed sauces inspired by the University, just in time for football and tailgate season. Whether you’re at a tailgate or your kitchen table, these sauces help bring a touch of Buckeye spirit to your meal.

The licensed sauces feature four OSU-inspired offerings: Buckeye Burger Sauce, Brutus ‘Big’ Sauce, Carmen’s BBQ Sauce, and Hit ‘Em Hard Sriracha Ranch. These rich flavors allow consumers to bring their choice of spice, zest, and sweetness to their grilled meats, vegetables, fries, and more. The packaging for Hit ‘Em Hard even features an ‘X’ that crosses out the letter ‘M’, paying homage to Ohio State’s biggest football rivalry — if you know, you know.

Signature Sauces’ Ohio roots, in addition to their proven experience balancing high-quality sauces with a strong retail strategy, made them the perfect company for the launch.

“We created Officially Licensed Condiment Sauces to elevate the game day experience for Buckeye fans everywhere,” says Perry Stancato, Founder and Chief Saucier of Signature Sauces. “The Ohio State University boasts one of the biggest and most dedicated fan bases in college football, and our aim was to develop a range of delicious and unique sauces that fans would not only love, but also be proud to serve at their next tailgate party or backyard BBQ.”

“It was important that we found a company who was just as passionate about creating these sauces as the Ohio State team was, and Signature Sauces demonstrated that commitment,” says Tim Storch, AVP of Brand Management at Beanstalk. “Football is a point of pride for Ohio State fans and we’re always looking for ways to bring the Buckeye fan experience to all aspects of gameday, including the perfect sauces to complement tailgate grilling. Fans will be able to bring their passion for their favorite University to their plates, whether they’re at home or at the stadium.”

Beginning with an introductory launch focused on local and regional retailers in July, The Ohio State Officially Licensed Condiment Sauces are now available for purchase on Amazon, as well as ACME and Giant Eagle, among other retailers.

About The Ohio State University
Founded in 1870, The Ohio State University is one of the premier public universities in the United States, with an alumni base of over 600,000. The University ranks as a top 20 public university in the country, with 16 colleges and over 400 degrees available for graduates and undergraduates. Over 11 million fans globally cheer on Ohio State athletic teams throughout the school year.

About Signature Sauces
Signature Sauces is a proprietary manufacturer & private label copacker, specializing in sauces, dressings, barbecue, soups and condiments. Our knowledge of the foods service industry and understanding of customer brand allows us to develop products around functionality and custom tailor to your operation. We create innovative flavors and trends in our on-site culinary kitchen, led by our chefs and supported by food science. Our passion for results inspires our customer focused culture and our team of food industry professionals will support your recipe from production to plate.