Mystery Flavors

Doritos: The Quest

Doritos are engaging consumers once again with Mystery flavors. Last year Doritos launched an all black bag named X-13D that tasted like... wait for it... cheeseburger.

Well this year Doritos has a new black mystery bag out called "The Quest".

The package directs consumers to go online if they think they can guess the flavor. The site lets you play a series of puzzles for a chance to win $100,000 in gold (or the cash value).

I say take the gold, it's a better investment. From what I can tell, players have to solve a series of flash puzzles that aren't too difficult. The first three people to solve everything will be sent to a secret city for a live event to compete for the $100,00.

This reminds me "the hunt" that Volvo put out a few years ago. The site is pretty well made and actually pretty entertaining. I was impressed.

Mystery Flavors
Opportunity for brands to engage consumers with mystery flavors, generating excitement and curiosity.
Interactive Online Campaigns
Growing trend of interactive online campaigns that encourage consumer engagement and offer enticing rewards.
Gamification Marketing
The use of gamification in marketing campaigns to create memorable and enjoyable experiences for consumers.

Who This Affects Most

Snack Food Industry
Snack food brands can leverage mystery flavors to create anticipation and drive sales.
Gaming Industry
Online gaming platforms can partner with brands to create interactive campaigns that attract and engage a wide audience.
Advertising Industry
Opportunity for advertising agencies to develop innovative and interactive marketing strategies using gamification techniques.
SCORE
6.2 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 86%
Activity 91%
Freshness 8%

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