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# Exclusive Blackberry Sodas
MTN DEW Legend is Only Available at Buffalo Wild Wings

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-03-04 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mtn-dew-legend
References: [foodandwine](https://www.foodandwine.com/news/mtn-dew-legend-flavor-buffalo-wild-wings)

![Exclusive Blackberry Sodas](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/472/mtn-dew-legend.jpeg)

MTN DEW Legend is a first-of-its-kind version of the classic citrus-flavored soda and it is said to have been "inspired by the latest [blackberry flavor craze](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-pepper-blackberry)." This soda expands upon a familiar taste with notes of berry and ginger and it was specially crafted to elevate the sauces, burgers, and other bar food items served at [Buffalo Wild Wings—the](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legendary-long-island-cocktail) only place this special soda can be found.

With this new MTN DEW Legend flavor, it is the first time a [PepsiCo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-dew-dark-berry-bash) brand has been exclusively sold by the sports bar chain. Select Buffalo Wild Wings locations will start serving Mtn Dew Legend immediately and a national rollout to all Buffalo Wild Wings locations is set to conclude as of mid-May.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.1/10
- Popularity: 6% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 11%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Blackberry Flavored Beverages:** The latest blackberry flavor craze can provide disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the beverage industry to create new and unique beverage flavors.
- **Brand Exclusivity:** The trend of exclusive brands can create disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses looking to differentiate themselves and appeal to a specific customer base.
- **Collaboration Management:** The integration of a third-party beverage can spark disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the restaurant industry to collaborate with private third-party brands to expand their menu offerings.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Beverage:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist for beverage companies looking to capitalize on the latest flavor trends and create unique and exclusive products like MTN DEW Legend.
- **Restaurant:** Companies in the restaurant industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities through collaboration with private third-party beverage brands to innovate their menus and offer unique products.
- **Hospitality:** The exclusive sale of MTN DEW Legend at Buffalo Wild Wings showcases the potential for disruptive innovation among businesses in the hospitality industry to create exclusive experiences for consumers.

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