Snack Attack

What could be more fun than eating a chocolate bar? How about grabbing a handful of these chocolate crunchy bites that you could down in a couple of handfuls? With flavors including cookies n' cream, Heath bar, Reese's, and more, these grabbable snacks could easily please a crowd. Unfortunately, they also presented a choking hazard, causing a massive product pull. Now the candy can only live on in...

Ruffles Loaded Chili & Cheese is a notable flavor variant of Ruffles potato chips, a brand synonymous with hearty, flavor-packed snacks. This flavor, combining the savory essence of chili with the creamy goodness of cheese, emerged as a distinctive offering in the crowded snack food market. Its story, from inception to eventual discontinuation, offers a compelling look at the dynamics of flavo...

Pepsi Twist, a lemon-flavored variant of the classic Pepsi cola, represents an intriguing chapter in the history of carbonated beverages. Launched during a period of increased competition and innovation in the soft drink industry, Pepsi Twist aimed to capture a share of the market by offering a refreshing twist on a beloved classic. Its journey from introduction to eventual discontinuation provide...

Wise Kettle Cooked Maui Onion Potato Chips occupy a unique spot in the snacking world. Known for their distinct and flavorful Maui onion seasoning, these kettle-cooked chips offered a gourmet twist on the classic potato chip. Their journey from inception to eventual decline provides a fascinating case study in consumer preferences, market trends, and brand dynamics within the snack food industry....

Snyder's of Hanover, a well-known pretzel manufacturer, introduced Hot Buffalo Wing Pretzel Pieces as part of their flavored pretzel line. These pretzel pieces were designed to mimic the spicy and tangy flavor of buffalo wings, a popular snack and appetizer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Kickapoo Joy Juice is a citrus-flavored soft drink inspired by the fictional beverage of the same name in Al Capp's classic comic strip "Li'l Abner," which ran from 1934 to 1977. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Hubba Bubba, primarily known for its bubble gum, ventured into the soft drink market with Hubba Bubba Soda in the 1980s. The soda aimed to capture the unique, fun, and vibrant essence of Hubba Bubba's bubble gum flavors in a liquid form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

The Summit Candy Bar, introduced by Mars in the late 1970s, was an innovative and distinctive treat during its time. This candy bar featured twin sticks of light, crispy wafers filled with peanuts and covered in a thin layer of milk chocolate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

Crunch Tators were a Frito Lays product in the late 1980s and '90s that had a major crunch due to their thickness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Orbitz  was a non- carbonated  fruit-flavored beverage produced by The Clearly Food & Beverage Company of Canada, makers of Clearly Canadian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Checkbook Bubble Gum was a novelty candy product that emerged in the 1980s. It was designed to resemble miniature checkbooks, with individual pieces of gum packaged in tear-off sheets similar to personal checks. The concept aimed to appeal to children and young adults by combining the enjoyment of chewing gum with the playful novelty of pretending to write checks. Learn more about your ad choices....

Green Slime Bubble Gum was a novelty candy product that gained popularity in the 1990s. It was part of a trend of quirky and unconventional candy items that appealed to children and young adults with their playful and sometimes gross-out themes. While specific details about the manufacturer and exact timeline of production are scarce, Green Slime Bubble Gum left a lasting impression on those who r...

In the late 1990s, the Hubba Bubba brand, known for its bubble gum products, introduced a new and innovative treat called the Hubba Bubba Squeeze Pop. This confectionary delight was essentially a liquid candy packaged in a squeezable tube, offering a unique and playful way to enjoy sweet flavors on the go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https:/...

In the early 1990s, The Coca-Cola Company embarked on a bold experiment in the beverage industry with the launch of OK Soda. The product was introduced as an alternative to traditional soft drinks, aiming to appeal to a younger, more disillusioned demographic known as "Generation X." OK Soda was marketed as a beverage for those who didn't feel represented by mainstream advertising or societal norm...

Mr. Pibb Xtra, originally introduced as simply Mr. Pibb, has a rich history in the soft drink industry, characterized by moments of success as well as challenges leading to its ultimate decline. From its inception in the 1970s to its rebranding as Pibb Xtra in 2001, the beverage has faced competition, shifting consumer preferences, and strategic decisions by its parent company, The Coca-Cola Compa...

Oreo O's cereal is a beloved breakfast cereal that gained immense popularity for its unique blend of chocolatey Oreo flavor and crispy cereal texture. Originally introduced in the late 1990s, Oreo O's quickly became a favorite among cereal enthusiasts, capturing the hearts of consumers with its delicious taste and nostalgic appeal. However, despite its initial success, Oreo O's faced challenges th...

Keebler Magic Middles cookies were a beloved snack produced by the Keebler Company, known for its wide range of cookies and crackers. These cookies were unique in that they featured a delicious chocolate or peanut butter filling inside a soft cookie shell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Pop-Tarts Crunch cereal was a breakfast cereal produced by Kellogg's that aimed to capture the flavor of the popular toaster pastry in a convenient and crunchy format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

3D Doritos were a unique variation of Doritos, the popular snack chip produced by Frito-Lay, a subsidiary of PepsiCo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Surge was a citrus-flavored soft drink that was first introduced by The Coca-Cola Company in 1996 to compete with PepsiCo's Mountain Dew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Butterfinger Bites were a bite-sized version of the popular Butterfinger candy bar, produced by Ferrara Candy Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Life Savers Holes were a short-lived product introduced by the Life Savers Company, a subsidiary of Nabisco, in the mid-1990s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Hershey's Swoops were a unique chocolate snack introduced by The Hershey Company in the early 2000s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ecto Cooler was an orange-tangerine (noted as citrus on previous version) -flavored, green-colored drink by Hi-C. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jolt Cola, a caffeinated soft drink known for its high caffeine content, was introduced in the 1980s as a rival to traditional cola beverages like Coca-Cola and Pepsi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .