BTS Collaborations with Food Brands: Hey there, fellow ARMY! Today, let’s chat about something exciting – all those amazing food collaborations our favourite boys from BTS have participated in. From mouthwatering McDonald’s meals to sweet treats, these seven talented artists have left their mark on the food industry. Let me break down these delicious partnerships that have had fans worldwide rushing to get a taste!
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BTS Collaborations with Food Brands
BTS’ V X Compose Coffee
Korean coffee brand Compose Coffee recently named BTS’ V as its brand ambassador. To celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2024, Compose Coffee has planned a series of promotional advertisements featuring V. His involvement is expected to boost the brand’s popularity even further.
BTS X McDonald’s – The BTS Meal
One of the most famous BTS collaborations was with McDonald’s. From May 26 to June 20, 2021, McDonald’s introduced the limited-edition BTS Meal, available globally. The meal included Chicken McNuggets, fries, a Coke, and two special Korean-inspired dipping sauces. Fans were thrilled to see BTS’ signature style incorporated into McDonald’s packaging and promotional materials.
In addition, McDonald’s released a merchandise collection inspired by BTS’ hit song Butter. The collection came in two versions—Saucy and Melty—and was sold exclusively through Weverse Shop.
BTS X Godiva – A Sweet Collaboration with Jungkook
Luxury Belgian chocolate brand Godiva partnered with Jungkook for a limited-edition Godiva Golden Edition collection. Inspired by his album GOLDEN, the collection included unique chocolate desserts like golden dark chocolate mousse cake. This exclusive line was available between November 20 and December 31, 2023, in select Godiva cafes and online.
BTS X Snickers – Limited-Edition Chocolate Bars
On August 1, 2022, Snickers launched a special edition BTS x Snickers chocolate bar. This version came in a purple wrapper, featuring the names of some of BTS’ most famous songs, including Spring Day, Life Goes On, and Save Me.
The limited-edition Snickers bars were made available in select countries such as the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam, making them a must-have for BTS fans in those regions.
BT21 x Chupa Chups
BTS’ character brand BT21 teamed up with Chupa Chups on February 16, 2020, for a playful collaboration. This partnership introduced a fun range of lollipops in various fruit flavors, as well as lip care products. Each lip balm and lip essence represented a different BT21 character, making the collection unique and personal for fans.
BTS x Baskin Robbins
Summer 2020 got even better when Baskin-Robbins Korea dropped those amazing BTS cakes. The BTS 7 Cake was literally art – seven different ice cream flavors arranged like the number seven! And that Bora Bora Cake? Two layers of pure happiness with eight different ice cream flavors. Purple has never tasted so good!
Finger Lickin’ Good: BTS x BBQ Chicken
BBQ Chicken, a popular Korean fast-food chain, announced a major partnership with BTS on April 10, 2016. The brand saw an opportunity to promote its mouth-watering chicken dishes by leveraging BTS’ youthful energy and immense popularity. This collaboration introduced more fans to BBQ Chicken’s menu while strengthening BTS’ connection with food lovers worldwide.
BTS’ influence goes beyond music, extending into food and lifestyle brands. Their partnerships have brought fans exclusive and unique products, turning everyday meals and treats into collector’s items. Whether it’s McDonald’s, Snickers, or Baskin-Robbins, BTS continues to create exciting collaborations that keep their ARMY engaged and satisfied.
What’s your favorite BTS food collaboration? I’d love to hear about your experiences trying these special editions! Drop a comment below and let’s chat about these delicious partnerships!
FAQs
What was the BTS McDonald’s Meal?
The BTS McDonald’s Meal (May 26 – June 20, 2021) included 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, medium fries, medium Coke, and exclusive Sweet Chili and Cajun dipping sauces inspired by McDonald’s South Korea recipes. It was available in nearly 50 countries globally.
Which food brands has BTS collaborated with?
BTS food collaborations include: McDonald’s (2021) – The BTS Meal, Godiva (2023) – Jungkook’s Golden Edition collection, Compose Coffee (2024) – V as brand ambassador, Snickers (2022) – Special purple edition, Baskin Robbins (2020) – BTS-themed cakes and Chupa Chups (2020) – BT21 lollipops and lip care
Which is BTS’s latest food collaboration?
V’s partnership with Compose Coffee (announced December 2023) is BTS’s most recent food brand collaboration, celebrating the coffee brand’s 10th anniversary in 2024.
How successful was the BTS McDonald’s collaboration?
The BTS Meal drove record-breaking engagement on McDonald’s social media platforms and was one of their most successful celebrity collaborations, available in nearly 50 countries worldwide.
