# Dual-Layer Tortilla Tacos Taco Bell is Testing Out New Double Stacked Tacos in Birmingham, Alabama By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2023-03-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-double-stacked-tacos References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2023/03/10/taco-bell-is-testing-new-2-double-stacked-tacos-in-birmingham-alabama/)  [Taco Bell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-stackers) is combining the best of both a hard shell and a soft shell taco with the launch of its new Double Stacked Tacos. Right now, Taco Bell is testing out new Double Stacked Tacos at participating locations in Birmingham, Alabama. The exclusive test includes three new test items: the Sweet Scorpion Double Stacked Taco, the [Cheesy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-street-chalupas-1) [Chipotle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-chipotle-chicken-flatbread) Double Stacked Taco, and the Sweet Scorpion Double Stacked Taco. All three of the new tacos consist of a crunchy taco shell filled with various fillings like seasoned beef, lettuce, Sweet Scorpion sauce, and cheddar cheese, all wrapped up in a soft and pillowy flour tortilla that is sealed to the hard shell tortilla with a layer of nacho cheese sauce. The three new $2 Double Stacked Tacos are available now from locations in the Birmingham, Alabama area. Image Credit: Taco Bell ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dual-layer Food:** The combination of two different types of layers in food products can offer new taste experiences and opportunities for blending textures. - **Cross-cultural Flavor Pairing:** The use of exotic, spicy, sweet or tangy sauces and spices from different cultures offer new tastes in traditional food items. - **Localized Product Testing:** Localized testing of new food items in specific geographies before wider rollout provides opportunities to gauge consumer preference and adjust market strategy. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food Chain:** Fast food chains can explore the integration of multiple flavors, textures and layers in their food menu to enhance customer experience and drive sales. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can explore the use of cross-cultural flavors in their products to appeal to changing consumer tastes and appeal to niche markets. - **Consumer Research:** Consumer research firm can assist businesses in evaluating localized product testing results and provide insights into customer preferences and market trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheesy Stacked Quesadillas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-stackers.md) - [Double-Layered QSR Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-decker-taco.md) - [Cheesy Folded Tortilla Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stacker.md) - [Hybrid Grilled Cheese Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilled-cheese-dipping-tacos.md) - [Double Layered Taco Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-crunch-pizza.md) - [Toasted Cheddar Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-cheddar-street-chalupas.md) - [Value-Driven Steak Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-soft-taco.md) - [Blended Cheesy Streetfoods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-street-chalupas.md) - [Portable Crispy Chicken Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantina-crispy-chicken-tortada.md)