From Clam Chowder To Sausage: The 20 Craziest Doritos Flavors
Snack Time Got Strange
Doritos have a long-standing reputation as a snack that likes to constantly switch things up. But what makes these Doritos so wild? While some new flavors make sense, others will just leave you scratching your head in the chips aisle. Here’s a look at the 20 wildest flavor swings (and misses) that somehow got greenlit.
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1. Clam Chowder Crunch
Doritos Japan once released a Clam Chowder Crunch flavor that closely mimicked the creamy, slightly briny profile of traditional New England clam chowder. The chip combined seafood seasoning with a buttery base. It resulted in a surprisingly rich and layered snack.
2. Anchovy And Garlic
Released in Japan, Anchovy and Garlic Doritos pushed boundaries with a seasoning that combined deep umami and punchy aroma. Anchovies delivered a fermented richness, while garlic added a roasted kick. The flavor targeted bold palates accustomed to seafood-centric snacks.
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3. Garlic Steak Explosion
Garlic Steak Explosion targeted consumers looking for hearty, grilled meat flavor without actual meat. The seasoning was modeled on yakiniku and paired garlicky punch with soy-marinated beef essence. What made this flavor remarkable was its ability to capture the caramelized exterior and juicy interior of real steak.
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4. Intense Pickle
Intense Pickle Doritos were released in Canada and several European countries. This chip delivered a sour punch up front, followed by a burst of garlicky dill and salt. The seasoning was so concentrated that it felt like sipping from a pickle jar.
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5. Wasabi And Mayonnaise
Combining heat and creaminess in one snack, Wasabi and Mayonnaise Doritos were developed in Japan as a nod to sushi accompaniments. The initial taste was smooth and savory, but was quickly followed by a sharp burst of wasabi that stimulated the sinuses.
6. Garlic Shrimp Twist
Released in Taiwan, Garlic Shrimp Twist showcased the region’s fondness for umami-rich seafood snacks. The flavor combined the savory essence of stir-fried shrimp with roasted garlic to produce a deeply aromatic chip that echoed the richness of night market street food.
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7. Sizzlin’ Cheeseburger
Sizzlin’ Cheeseburger Doritos captured the layered taste of a fast-food burger with impressive precision. The seasoning was engineered to mimic mustard, pickle, grilled beef, and melted cheese in sequence. Each bite unfolded like a deconstructed cheeseburger, which made it both nostalgic and oddly convincing.
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8. Tandoori Sizzler
Reflecting the bold spice palette of Indian cuisine, Tandoori Sizzler Doritos combined cumin, paprika, chili, and a touch of cardamom to evoke marinated meat cooked in a tandoor oven. The flavor was smokier and more aromatic than standard spicy chips, echoing the actual restaurant-style tandoori chicken.
9. Mountain Dew
Mysterious Mountain Dew Doritos shocked consumers with its yellowish-green hue and citrusy punch. It tasted exactly like the beverage, which offers lemon-lime sweetness paired with corn chip saltiness. While this combination seemed absurd, it generated massive buzz.
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10. Butter And Soy Sauce
These Doritos were basically comfort food in chip form. Butter and Soy Sauce flavored them like a warm rice bowl straight from a home kitchen. The buttery richness and umami soy made for a mellow, savory bite—no heat, no tang—just cozy, borderline baffling goodness.
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11. Pizza Cravers
First introduced in the 1990s and revived in later promotional runs, Pizza Cravers Doritos captured the essence of a hot slice with surprising accuracy. The flavor combined zesty tomato sauce and hints of oregano. It leaned heavily into nostalgia, especially for those who remembered it as a lunchbox favorite.
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12. Enchilada Supreme
Enchilada Supreme Doritos channeled the layered richness of a saucy Mexican entree into each chip. Released in limited U.S. runs, the flavor fused tomato and sharp cheddar to mimic the savory complexity of a baked enchilada platter.
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13. Baja Fiery Mango
Baja Fiery Mango played with contrast—ripe mango up front, gentle heat chasing behind. Chili and paprika brought the burn, but juicy sweetness kept things balanced, creating a bold, lasting flavor that stayed long after each bite.
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14. Corn Soup Flavor
Inspired by Japanese corn potage, this flavor captured creamy corn soup in chip form. Milky sweetness and starchy warmth created a soft, cozy bite. No acid, no smoke, no spice—just mellow comfort with a nostalgic twist.
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15. Tuna Mayonnaise
Tuna Mayonnaise Doritos drew inspiration from one of the country’s most popular rice ball fillings. The chip fused creamy mayo with the briny depth of canned tuna to replicate the savory punch of a tuna salad sandwich in snack form. Though unusual by Western standards, it resonated locally.
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16. Habanero & Guacamole (Collisions)
As part of Doritos’ Collisions line, this bold release combined two distinct flavors: fiery habanero and creamy guacamole. Mixing heat with cool was the goal, with each chip offering a different experience. Habanero brought spice, while guacamole mellowed the bite.
17. Jacked Test Flavor 404
Part of Doritos’ “Jacked” mystery flavor series, Test Flavor 404 captured widespread curiosity. Released in June 2014 following a nationwide taste test, it featured a unique mix of citrus, lime, and chili spice. This unexpected combination kept snack enthusiasts guessing.
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18. Doritos Roulette
Doritos Roulette offered unpredictability in every handful. Launched in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., this flavor mixed standard Nacho Cheese chips with identical-looking ones spiked with an intense chili burn. There was no way to tell them apart. One bite could be mild, the next explosive.
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19. Late Night Tacos At Midnight
Part of Doritos’ “Late Night” series, Tacos at Midnight was crafted to capture the flavor of a fast-food taco consumed long after dark. It combined seasoned beef, cool lettuce, diced tomato, and sour cream notes into one layered chip.
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20. Bacon Cheeseburger Kick
This U.S. release leaned hard into the smoky bacon flavor layered over artificial beef, with sharp cheddar and onion in the background. Unlike some subtle flavors, this one was unmistakably bold from the first bite. As a result, reactions were split.
