Jim Beam has unveiled “Home Field Advantage,” a new marketing campaign featuring former U.S. Men’s National Team goalkeeper Tim Howard, as the bourbon brand activates its role as the Official Spirits Partner of the U.S. Soccer Federation. The campaign launched on April 7, 2026, ahead of the FIFA World Cup coming to North America this summer.
The hero film spotlights the fan gatherings that take place beyond stadium walls. Backyard barbecues, neighborhood bars, and living room watch parties serve as the campaign’s focal point.
Jim Beam positions these informal settings as the real home field advantage for supporters who may not have access to tournament venues.
“At Jim Beam, we’ve always believed in the power of shared moments,” said Regan Clarke, vice president of American Whiskey, Suntory Global Spirits. “The world’s biggest tournament is a global stage, but it’s the local gatherings that create real home field advantages.”
Clarke added: “We’re proud to raise a glass and unite in spirit with fans across the country as they come together to support the U.S. Men’s National Team.”
Alongside the campaign, the brand is releasing a limited-edition Jim Beam x USSF bottle design. The commemorative packaging is now available at select retailers nationwide.
Jim Beam is also promoting its Beam & Lemonade cocktail serve as the drink of the tournament for at-home occasions.
The fully integrated campaign will run across select cable channels, YouTube TV, Roku, Netflix, ESPN+, Peacock, Meta, and Reddit. Additional consumer activations spanning digital, social, and experiential platforms are planned in the lead-up to the tournament.
The U.S. Soccer Federation partnership gives Suntory Global Spirits a significant platform as the United States co-hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico. The tournament marks the first time the event has been held in the U.S. since 1994.
Tim Howard, who earned 121 caps for the U.S. Men’s National Team and became a household name after his record-breaking 16-save performance against Belgium at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, fronts the campaign film.
Jim Beam holds its position as the world’s top-selling bourbon brand. The label sits within the Suntory Global Spirits portfolio.
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