At The Irish Harp Pub in Niagara on the Lake.
Irish Flight
Mtn Dew: Typhoon
On Wednesday I saw a tweet from Mountain Dew about a new flavor I hadn’t heard of. It’s a flavor which was released to stores in 2010 but hadn’t been made in over a decade. It was only available through The Dew Store. It seemed like people had loved it, so I ordered a 6 pack of 16 ounce cans, which ran about $20 after shipping.
I have a head cold this weekend so I wanted to drink a couple of cans before writing my review. This is easily one of the best flavors I’ve had, maybe only second (other than the original) to White Out. I’m glad I have four more cans to enjoy, but I don’t understand why they don’t keep some of these fan favorites around full-time.
I give it a 9.5/10.
Mtn Dew: Flamin’ Hot
This doesn’t even sound like a good idea and of course I was going to try it. The left side of the label says “Caution: Flamin’ Hot Taste” but there is no such thing. I definitely get a citrus flavor and can tell it’s a Mtn Dew, but there is no kick to it and not even a hint of an aftertaste. It’s actually a decent flavor, but due to falling short on its name I give it a 4/10.
Mtn Dew: Thrashed Apple
The apple flavor reminds me of something, but I can’t place it. Definitely not like the amazing green apple Jolly Ranchers. I can’t decide if I like the taste or not so I’ll give it a 6/10.
Mtn Dew: Gingerbread Snap’d
I wasn’t expecting much from this special Dew, but I was quite impressed. The gingerbread flavor is very noticeable while not being overpowering. It paired well with the cider donuts I was eating. Solid 7/10 and would be higher if it was a taste I would ever select.
Mtn Dew Baja Punch
You can tell there is flavor there trying to be a tropical punch, but it’s a missed right jab when combined with the Mountain Dew. I wouldn’t get this again, so I’ll give it a 3/10.
Hopefully the Baja Flash will be better.
Mtn Dew Sweet Lightning
Sweet Lightning is exclusive to KFC with the tagline
DEWÂ charged with Natural & Artificial Sweet Peach & Smooth Honey.
Mountain Dew Wiki
This is not good. Probably the worst flavor I’ve ever had. I give it 2/10.
Mtn Dew Zero Sugar
Maybe being impressed by Coke Zero set my expectations too high, because this should be called Zero Flavor. It’s worse than Mellow Yellow.Â
MtDewVirus Score: 2/10
Mtn Dew Maui Burst
The can looks fun, that’s for sure. You get some familiarity with the original Mountain Dew flavor, spiked with some pineapple. I’d drink it again.
MtDewVirus Score: 6.5/10
Cold-pressed Juices
Factor 75 sent me a selection of their new cold-pressed juices to try. I drank the Pineapple Turmeric Basil today and it tasted like I imagine a blended dandelion tasting. Do people drink this shit and enjoy it?
Update:Â The Apple Kale Wheatgrass and Carrot Orange Ginger were both really good. The Apple Beet Ginger has way too much beet taste, but is better than the Pineapple one.
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