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Major food companies like Kellanova and PepsiCo are rebranding popular snacks such as Pop-Tarts and Doritos with added protein to capitalize on America's growing protein obsession, aiming for a $100 billion market by 2030, though questions remain about the healthiness of these new products.
Scientists at Stanford used the food dye tartrazine, found in Doritos, to temporarily make mouse skin transparent by altering how water bends light, enabling clearer imaging of internal structures in live animals without invasive procedures, which could revolutionize biological research and medical imaging.
Doritos is launching a new flavor called 'Golden Sriracha,' a complex, slightly sweet and tangy chip inspired by yellow Sriracha sauce, aiming to replicate the success of iconic flavors like Cool Ranch. Developed over two years, it features artificial flavors but no artificial colors, as part of PepsiCo's strategy to innovate within the snack industry and cater to diverse consumer preferences.
Doritos has ended its partnership with Samantha Hudson, a trans Spanish influencer, after old social media posts resurfaced in which she made disturbing comments. The 24-year-old influencer apologized for her past remarks, stating that they were made when she was a minor and in a different social media climate. PepsiCo, the owner of Doritos, stated that they strongly condemn any words or actions that promote violence or sexism, leading to the termination of their campaign with Hudson.
Doritos ended its collaboration with trans influencer Samantha Hudson after facing backlash for featuring her in an ad, with some critics citing controversial tweets from her past. The snack brand condemned any promotion of violence or sexism, and both the old tweets and Hudson's Instagram video for Doritos have been removed from the internet. Hudson had previously apologized for the posts, attributing them to "dark humor."
Doritos has ended its social media campaign with transgender influencer Samantha Hudson in Spain following a boycott threat over alleged offensive past comments. The right-leaning accounts on social media called for the boycott, citing Hudson's alleged past remarks. Doritos stated that it strongly condemns words or actions promoting violence or sexism and ended the campaign after becoming aware of Hudson's deleted tweets from 2015. This move comes after a similar controversy involving Anheuser-Busch's partnership with transgender TikTok influencer Dylan Mulvaney, which led to a sales plummet and backlash.
Doritos Spain terminated their relationship with transgender influencer Samantha Hudson after a controversial video featuring her was posted and then removed from Instagram. The company cited past controversial comments as the reason for the termination, including statements on capitalism, the family, and child sexual abuse. Hudson has apologized for past tweets, claiming they were meant as "dark humor." The incident follows a similar controversy involving Bud Light and a transgender influencer, which led to a costly boycott for the company.
Right-wing influencers are targeting Doritos for partnering with trans influencer Samantha Hudson in a Spanish campaign, sparking a boycott over her appearance in a branded video. The controversy stems from Hudson's past offensive social media comments, leading to her termination by Doritos Spain. Despite the company's statement that the decision was based on her history of inflammatory comments and not her gender identity, the right-wing campaign has focused on her gender presentation and past comments, echoing previous boycotts of brands collaborating with LGBTQ influencers.
Doritos has partnered with Empirical to release a limited edition Empirical x Doritos Nacho Cheese Spirit, a liquor that smells and tastes like the popular nacho cheese-flavored chips. The drink, available for a suggested retail price of $65, contains notes of nacho cheese, corn tostada, umami, and a hint of acidity. It can be purchased online or at select markets in California and New York, and customers can also make three Doritos-inspired cocktails with the spirit.
Doritos has partnered with drink company Empirical to create a limited-edition Nacho Cheese Spirit, a savory nacho cheese-flavored liquor that retains the essence of real nacho-flavored Doritos through vacuum distillation. The liquor, which has 42% alcohol by volume, is available for pre-order online for $65 and is expected to be delivered in January 2024. Reviews on social media have been mixed, with some expressing excitement and others finding the concept nauseating. This is not the first time a beloved snack food has been infused into a spirit, as Arby's previously released vodka flavors inspired by its curly fries and crinkle fries.
Doritos has partnered with Empirical to launch a limited-edition Empirical x Doritos Nacho Cheese Spirit, which is described as smelling and tasting just like the iconic chip. The spirit offers flavors of nacho cheese, corn tostada, umami, and a hint of acidity, and can be enjoyed in various cocktails or on its own. Pre-orders for the $65 bottle are available online, with limited release in New York and California next month.
Doritos is teaming up with Danish company Empirical to release a limited-edition spirit that tastes like their nacho cheese flavor. Priced at $65 for a 750ml bottle, the spirit is made using Doritos chips through a vacuum distillation process. While it may seem unconventional, the collaboration aims to generate curiosity and increase brand recognition. The companies recommend mixing the spirit with tequila or mezcal for cocktails, or enjoying it neat or over ice.
Doritos and drink company Empirical have collaborated to create a "nacho cheese spirit," an alcohol infused with the flavors of Doritos. The drink is made using real Doritos chips and vacuum distillation to preserve the full spectrum of flavors. It falls outside traditional categories of gin or vodka and features flavors of nacho cheese, corn tostada, umami, and a hint of acidity. Bottles will be available next month for $65 with 42% ABV, and preorders begin on December 13.
Doritos and custom spirits maker Empirical have partnered to launch the Empirical x Doritos Nacho Cheese Vacuum Distilled Spirit, the first-ever spirit based entirely on the flavor of a Doritos product. Described as capturing the indulgent flavors of Doritos' Nacho Cheese chips, the drink will be available for pre-order and will cost $65 for a 750ml bottle. It will be sold online and in select stores in New York and California markets. This collaboration follows similar partnerships in the food and beverage industry, such as Kellogg Co.'s alcoholic Egg Nog and Arby's smoked bourbon drink.
Doritos has partnered with Danish company Empirical to release a limited-edition spirit based on the nacho cheese flavor of their tortilla chips. Priced at $65 for a 750ml bottle, the spirit is described as tasting just like the real thing and can be mixed with tequila or mezcal to make cocktails or enjoyed neat. This collaboration aims to spark curiosity, increase brand recognition, and offer consumers a unique and playful product.