The Internet’s Favorite ‘Heated Rivalry’ Candle Is Back for Round Two

It's Getting Hot The Internet’s Favorite ‘Heated Rivalry’ Candle Is Back for Round Two The viral Heated Rivalry candle from Literie is now available for pre-order, but it has enough online hype to spark another sellout By Alexis Mikulski Ruiz Alexis Mikulski Ruiz Contact Alexis Mikulski Ruiz by Email View all posts by Alexis Mikulski Ruiz March 31, 2026 If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Too much of a good thing might apply in certain corners of life (you know your vices), but when it comes to Heated Rivalry merch, there’s no such thing as too much. From Airbnb recreations to vinyl drops and now the return of a candle that nearly broke the internet, the appetite for all things Shane and Ilya is only getting bigger. Cult-favorite brand Literie just announced a restock of its “I’m Coming to the Cottage” candle that you can now pre-order online. Previously released in January, the initial run of 1,000 units sold out almost instantly, and now it’s back for round two, with shipping slated for early April. If you’re even thinking about it, don’t wait. limited release I’m Coming to the Cottage Candle $48.00 pre-order on literie Ships in early April. Inspired by Heated Rivalry , which quickly went from a TV show to a full-blown cultural fixation, the scent channels the soothing calm of the Canadian wilderness without requiring a flight north. Retailing at $48, the candle features a clean, crisp scent and a burn time of roughly 50 hours, outlasting many competitors that tap out closer to 40. Like the rest of Literie’s lineup, it’s handcrafted in the U.S., with notes strong enough to fill a room without overwhelming it. Part of the frenzy comes from those who got in early. Reviews from the first drop were glowing, with buyers praising everything from the smell to the packaging. And honestly, the hype tracks — Literie has built a reputation for candles that punch above t...