The new Stranger Things Doritos collaboration brings retro ’80s vibes with innovative chip flavors and a monstrous Black Garlic Dip, perfectly timed for the final season’s hype.
Doritos is flipping the script on snack time with this limited-edition tie-in to Netflix’s Stranger Things, blending bold new tastes and eerie packaging that channels the show’s Upside Down terror just as fans gear up for the series finale. For the uninitiated, Stranger Things is the binge-worthy sci-fi hit set in 1980s Hawkins, Indiana, where a group of kids battles supernatural forces from an alternate dimension, featuring iconic elements like the fearsome Demogorgon monster. This collab taps into that nostalgic era, offering collectible items that scream retro cool while hyping the emotional send-off of Season 5.
Here’s the TLDR…
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Doritos Collisions Stranger Pizza x Cool Ranch fuses zesty ranch—debuted in 1986—with a long-requested pizza flavor in one bag, available in 9-oz ($6.29) and 2.625-oz ($2.69) sizes.
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Black Garlic Dip, inspired by the Demogorgon with its dark, creamy profile, launches for $2.50 (270g) to pair with the chips’ crunch.
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Retro Stranger Things-themed packaging hits classics like Nacho Cheese, Cool Ranch, Sweet & Tangy BBQ, and Spicy Sweet Chili, plus four Minis varieties; glow-in-the-dark designs on Spicy Sweet Chili Minis add spooky flair.
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Party-sized bags upgrade to 270g for sharing during watch parties, rolling out September 30 across grocery, impulse, and wholesale channels until November end.
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Ties into Stranger Things Season 5, dropping in three volumes starting November 26, 2025, amplifying the ’80s nostalgia that makes Doritos a snack icon from the show’s era.
Unpacking the New Stranger Things Doritos Flavors
At the heart of this collab is the Doritos Collisions Stranger Pizza x Cool Ranch, a mashup that’s equal parts genius and indulgent. Cool Ranch, that tangy herb-packed staple since 1986, collides with Stranger Pizza—a savory, tomatoey twist fans have clamored for. Tina Mahal, SVP of Marketing at PepsiCo Foods US, nailed the appeal: “Our fans have been asking us for a pizza-flavored Doritos for some time, it’s one of our top requested flavors and the launch of Stranger Things Season 5 felt like the perfect time to deliver.” Packaged in a throwback ’80s-style bag evoking Hawkins’ heyday, it’s designed for binge sessions, hitting shelves now in limited runs.
Demogorgon-Inspired Black Garlic Dip: A Bold, Dark Companion
No collab would be complete without a dip to amp up the monster mash, and Doritos delivers with the Black Garlic Dip—its inky hue and Demogorgon artwork straight out of nightmare fuel. This creamy powerhouse boasts a bold, fermented garlic punch that cuts through the chips’ spice, making it ideal for Halloween haunts or Season 5 marathons. Rob Pothier, Marketing Director at Doritos, hyped its fit: “With our party-sized bags and bold Black Garlic Dip, we are set to be the most talked-about snacking experience ahead of Halloween and in the run-up to the new series.” At 270g for $2.50, it’s a limited-edition steal, available until November to ride the spooky seasonal wave.
Retro Packaging That Glows with Nostalgia
The real collector bait? Stranger Things-branded retro packaging across fan favorites: Nacho Cheese, Cool Ranch, Sweet & Tangy BBQ, Spicy Sweet Chili, and a quartet of Doritos and Cheetos Minis. These bags scream ’80s arcade vibes, with some like the Spicy Sweet Chili Minis featuring glow-in-the-dark designs that light up like the Upside Down portals. Party bags bulk up to 270g (from 180g) for group snacking, starting at £1.35 RRP in various formats. It’s all about that immersive, shareable experience.
Stranger Things Season 5 Hype and Doritos’ Nostalgic Fit
This drop lands amid feverish buzz for Stranger Things Season 5, the epic closer splitting into three volumes: four episodes on November 26 (pre-Thanksgiving), three on Christmas Day, and the finale on New Year’s Eve, all at 5 p.m. PT. Set in fall 1987, it promises time-jumped drama with the full cast—Millie Bobby Brown as Eleven, Finn Wolfhard as Mike, and more—tackling Vecna‘s chaos. Doritos, born in the ’80s with cameos in the show, is a natural partner; its Cool Ranch debut aligns perfectly with Hawkins’ timeline, turning snacks into a cultural bridge. As Pothier put it, “This collaboration feels like a full circle moment… bringing to life that natural partnership before the series ended was a must.” Call 1-855-4-HAWKINS from September 30 for the “Chip In for Hawkins” telethon, dialing up the interactive fun.
From Upside Down munchies to finale feasts, this Doritos collab cranks the nostalgia dial to eleven—grab yours before they vanish.
Hat Tips:
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Allrecipes: https://www.allrecipes.com/new-doritos-x-stranger-things-flavor-11807647
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Eat This, Not That: https://www.eatthis.com/doritos-stranger-things-new-flavors/
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Variety (Season 5 details): https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/stranger-things-season-5-release-date-netflix-1236178482/
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Deadline: https://deadline.com/2025/05/stranger-things-5-premiere-date-netflix-1236414933/
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Better Retailing: https://www.betterretailing.com/br/product-news/doritos-teams-up-with-stranger-things-for-black-garlic-dip-and-themed-packaging/
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Fangoria: https://www.fangoria.com/stranger-things-doritos-flavors/
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