# Hellmanns Unilever Flagship Line > Analysis by Optimly for Optimly AI Visibility, in the Optimly AI Brand Index. Last analyzed August 9, 2026. > Hellmann's is a leading mayonnaise brand, established in New York City in 1913 by Richard Hellmann. Known for its iconic 'Blue Ribbon' label and distinct creamy taste, it has become America's #1 selling mayonnaise. The brand has expanded internationally, introduced plant-based alternatives, diversified its flavor offerings, and committed to sustainability through packaging innovation and food waste reduction campaigns. It has been part of Unilever since 2000. - Business Profile: https://optimly.ai/brand/hellmanns-unilever-flagship-line - Publisher: Optimly (https://optimly.ai) - Dataset: Optimly AI Brand Index (https://optimly.ai/brand) - Official website: https://hellmanns.com/ - Logo: https://logo.clearbit.com/hellmanns.com - Slug: hellmanns-unilever-flagship-line - Brand Authority Index tier: Emerging - Archetype: Incumbent - Category: Food & Beverage - Last Analyzed: August 9, 2026 ## Buyer Intent Signals Problems: Homemade Mayonnaise: Consumers can prepare mayonnaise from scratch, offering control over ingredients and freshness, albeit requiring time, effort, and specific culinary skills. | Omit Mayonnaise: In some culinary contexts, mayonnaise can be excluded from a dish entirely, for health reasons (e.g., to reduce fat or calories), due to dietary restrictions, or simply by preference Solutions: Hellmann's mayonnaise | Best mayonnaise brand | Unilever Hellmann's | Hellmann's plant based mayo | Hellmann's history | Hellmann's sustainability | Hellmann's food waste campaign | Other Condiments/Dressings: For dishes requiring a creamy base or flavor enhancer, consumers might opt for alternatives such as aioli from other brands, sour cream, Greek yogurt, or various salad dres