Doritos isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of spirits or cocktails. Although no one is a stranger to chowing down on a bag of Doritos after a few drinks, we digress. It’s not your conventional combination. However, the classic chip brand is challenging our tastebuds and the way we think about alcohol.
“Doritos is all about disrupting culture and bringing our fans unexpected, bold experiences,” said Tina Mahal, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Frito-LayNorth America. “We’re always pushing our fans to try new things, so we figure it’s time to disrupt the spirits category by offering our iconic nacho cheese flavor in a bottle.”
To accomplish this, they’ve joined forces with Empirical, an innovative spirits company, to conjure up the Empirical x Doritos Nacho Cheese Spirit. This creation marks the first-of-a-kind partnership and invention for both brands.
The taste of the spirit is exactly what you’d expect with a few added notes — Nacho Cheese, corn tostada, umami, and a hint of acidity. If you’re wondering what the ideal way of enjoying it is — Doritos recommends having it in a margarita, bloody mary, old-fashioned, neat, or even over ice. Of course, Doritos fans can take creative liberty and enjoy it any way they want.
Now if your mouth is watering, a few local bars and liquor stores are serving up this cheese-filled adventure.
Here’s Where You Can Find The Empirical x Doritos Nacho Cheese Spirit Around Los Angeles:
- Winston House
- Accomplice
- Tiny’s Hi-Dive
- The Waterfront Venice
- Mission Liquor #3
- Broken Compass Tiki
- Mission Wines & Spirits
- Mission Liquor & Tabacco 2
- Wine & Liquor Depot
- And more!
If you can’t find a location close to you, you can find the full list of bars and stories serving Empirical x Doritos Nacho Cheese Spirit here.