# Szechuan-Flavored Wing Sauces Wingstop Orange Szechuan is Arriving for a Limited Time Only By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-12-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstop-orange-szechuan References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2021/12/01/wingstop-adds-new-orange-szechuan-flavor/) & [wingstop](https://www.wingstop.com)  The Wingstop Orange Szechuan wing flavor is launching from the brand as a Chinese cuisine-inspired flavor that will be right at home with the brand's existing options. The wing sauce flavor is achieved with Mandarin orange flavor along with soy and [Szechuan peppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mala-chicken) in order to give it a distinct update over the usual spicy flavor profiles. The sauce can be ordered on the [brand's classic wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstop-loaded-flavor-boxes) as well as its boneless wings, Thigh Bites or bone-in thighs. The Wingstop Orange Szechuan wing flavor is arriving at all participating locations for a limited time only and speaks to the demand for traditional food items with an [internationally inspired cuisine twist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wing-rub-line) that also offers a dose of spiciness. Image Credit: Wingstop ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **International-inspired Cuisine Flavors:** There is an opportunity to develop globally inspired food items that offer a unique twist on traditional flavors. - **Szechuan-inspired Sauces:** Szechuan pepper-infused wing sauces can appeal to those looking for a spicier version of traditional flavors. - **Mandarin Orange Flavoring:** Mandarin orange flavoring can be used to create a distinctive sweet and savory taste profile in various food items. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food Restaurants:** Fast food restaurants can add globally-inspired menu items and sauces to attract customers looking for unique and spicy flavors. - **Sauce Manufacturing:** Sauce manufacturers can create Szechuan pepper-infused sauces to cater to the growing demand for spicy condiments. - **Snack Foods:** Snack food companies can experiment with Mandarin orange flavoring to create new and distinctive taste profiles in their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Orange Szechuan Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-szechuan.md) - [Asian Cuisine-Inspired Wing Glazes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstop-sweet-chili-glaze.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-sriracha.md) - [Spicy Citrus Chicken Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-orange-chicken.md) - [Sweet Heat Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstop-maple-sriracha.md) - [Sweet BBQ Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-bbq-blaze.md) - [Bold Fiery-Sweet Chicken Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exclusive-hot-orange-chicken.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Wing Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstop-fiery-lime.md) - [Hot Chili Honey Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-sriracha-wings.md)