CALLING ALL BAJA FANS: MTN DEW® BAJA BLAST® TURNS 20 AND IS NOW OFFICIALLY HERE ALL YEAR! (2024)

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02 Jan, 2024, 09:00 ET

In honor of the 20th BAJAVERSARY, MTN DEW BAJA BLAST is marking the occasion by kicking off a series of epic celebrations, including the iconic flavor's first Super Bowl commercial

PURCHASE,N.Y., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kicking off a new year always calls for celebration, but this yearMTN DEW is taking it to another level. The Taco Bell® fan-favorite, MTN DEW BAJA BLAST, is officially turning 20 years old and to celebrate this momentous BAJAVERSARY, the brand is giving fans what they deserve: a full year of MTN DEW BAJA BLAST celebrations and the chance to buy their favorite flavor not only at Taco Bell, but also in bottles and cans all-year in 2024 in stores nationwide for the first time.

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"MTN DEW BAJA BLAST has cemented its place as a fan-favorite flavor in pop culture and as a staple in countless Taco Bell orders, so we knew we had to celebrate its 20th anniversary in a big way. Nothing's better than giving fans what they've asked for, with a few additional surprises to keep the celebration going all year long," said JP Bittencourt, Vice President of Marketing at MTN DEW. "Thank you to all the BAJA BLAST lovers over the last 20 years. Because of you, everyone nationwide can now buy the beloved flavor in-stores and as always, at Taco Bell, all year long and earn rewards while doing so... that's a win-win."

A milestone as important as the 20th BAJAVERSARY deserves equally epic celebrations and MTN DEW is bringing its fans along for the ride – with an ice-cold BAJA BLAST in hand. In a promotion sponsored by MTN DEW, fans have a chance to earn rewards just for enjoying a BAJA BLAST, no matter where they Do the DEW. With every purchase of BAJA BLAST and BAJA BLAST ZERO SUGAR, both in stores and at participating Taco Bell locations, consumers can scan to collect coins for a chance to redeem BAJA gear, accessories, electronics, a Taco Bell deal, and more at the BAJA BLAST Shop at www.bajablast.com. Terms apply.

"Taco Bell and MTN DEW BAJA BLAST have become an iconic duo satisfying the cravings of our fans for the past 20 years, and it's been an extraordinary journey," said Taylor Montgomery, Chief Marketing Officer at Taco Bell. "As we embark on this BAJAVERSARY celebration with our friends at MTN DEW, we look forward to providing our loyal fans with more epic experiences and rewards to continue fueling their love for MTN DEW BAJA BLAST!"

But that's not all…while MTN DEW BAJA BLAST is a cult-favorite amongst many fans, there are still some who have yet to taste its legendary Tropical Lime flavor. So, to deepen its fandom and further drum up excitement nationwide, MTN DEW BAJA BLAST will make its first-ever onscreen appearance during the biggest game of the year…Super Bowl LVIII!

To learn more about our BAJAVERSARY and upcoming celebrations on and off the big screen, check out www.bajablast.comand follow @MountainDew on Instagram, X, and TikTok.

Get your hands on MTN DEW BAJA BLAST and MTN DEW BAJA BLAST ZERO SUGAR in stores everywhere beginning January 2024.

About MTN DEW
MOUNTAIN DEW®, a product of PepsiCo North America Beverages, is the No. 1 flavored carbonated soft drink in the U.S. With its one-of-a-kind citrus taste, MOUNTAIN DEW exhilarates and quenches with every sip. In addition to the original MOUNTAIN DEW and DIET MOUNTAIN DEW®, the permanent DEW® product line includes MTN DEW® KICKSTART™, MOUNTAIN DEW® CODE RED®, MOUNTAIN DEW VOLTAGE®, MTN DEW® Zero Sugar, MTN DEW MAJOR MELON®, MTN DEW MAJOR MELON Zero Sugar, MTN DEW SPARK™ and MTN DEW SPARK Zero Sugar. For more information, check out www.mountaindew.com,www.facebook.com/mountaindewor follow on X @mountaindew.

About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visitwww.pepsico.com, and follow on X,Instagram,Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.

About Taco Bell Corp.
For more information about Taco Bell, visit our website at www.TacoBell.com, our Newsroom at www.TacoBell.com/newsor www.TacoBell.com/popular-links. You can also stay up to date on all things Taco Bell by following us on LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and subscribing to our YouTubechannel.

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FAQs

Has Baja Blast been around for 20 years? ›

Baja Blast is a Franchise Exclusive Mountain Dew flavor available since August 2004 only at Taco Bell restaurants. While originating as a Taco Bell exclusive flavor, it then received many retail summer releases until January 2024, when it turned into a permanent flavor for its 20th "Bajaversary" and beyond.

What is the Mountain Dew 20th anniversary promotion? ›

Concept. The concept for the 20th Bajaversary promotion included the permanent release of Baja Blast and its Baja Blast Zero Sugar, alongside two new limited-time flavors Laguna Lemonade and Point Break Punch with the addition of Doritos Baja Fiery Mango chips releasing later in late March.

Is Baja Blast now permanent? ›

Mountain Dew Announces Fan-Favorite Flavor Will Be Permanent for 2024. Mountain Dew is starting the new year off strong. Mountain Dew's Baja Blast will officially be a permanent offering at grocery store chains and small businesses nationwide in 2024. The fan-favorite flavor was created in 2004 as a Taco Bell exclusive ...

How long will Baja Blast be in stores 2024? ›

Mountain Dew Baja Blast, the popular beverage once sold exclusively at Taco Bell, will be sold in stores nationwide this month and, for the first time, will be available throughout all of 2024.

Is Mountain Dew Baja Blast being discontinued? ›

It was ultimately announced that Pitch Black had won the vote, and would remain on store shelves. As such, Baja Blast was once again discontinued from retailers. The flavor returned to store shelves yearly from 2018 to 2023. A zero sugar version was offered starting in 2019.

What Mountain Dew is coming out in June 2024? ›

Star Spangled Splash is a Mountain Dew flavor planning to be released for a limited time alongside Liberty Chill and Freedom Fusion in June 2024 during the Summer.

What is the oldest Mountain Dew flavor? ›

Originally, Mountain Dew's flavor was lemon-lime similar to 7-Up or Sprite and it was created by the Hartman brothers primarily as a mixer for hard liquor. In fact, the name “Mountain Dew” came about because the brothers joked that when mixed with liquor, the drink resembled a fine Tennessee moonshine.

What Mountain Dew has 50 flavors? ›

Liberty Chill is a combination of 50 different fruity flavors in one Mountain Dew, closely reminiscent of a berry-like tone and has a dark blue look.

Why is Baja Blast only sold at Taco Bell? ›

The reason for this exclusivity is due to a partnership between Taco Bell and PepsiCo, which is the parent company of Mountain Dew. The companies have an agreement that allows Taco Bell to offer Mountain Dew Baja Blast as a menu item that is only available at its restaurants.

Who owns Mountain Dew? ›

Mountain Dew is owned by PepsiCo, an American soft drink manufacturer, based in Purchase, NY.

Is Baja Blast back 2024? ›

As part of Mountain Dew's celebration for Baja Blast's 20-year anniversary, parent company PepsiCo announced in a Jan. 2 news release that the popular “summer classic” beverage sold at Taco Bell would be available all year in 2024.

Will Baja Blast be in stores 2025? ›

“Nothing's better than giving fans what they've asked for, with a few additional surprises to keep the celebration going all year long.” Both MTN Dew Baja Blast and MTN Dew Baja Blast Zero Sugar will hit retail shelves nationwide starting this month, January 2024, and remain available all year.

How long will Baja Blast be available? ›

Mountain Dew Baja Blast is turning 20 — and now, you can find it in your local grocery store for the rest of the year. Mountain Dew's bright-blue fan-favorite Baja Blast soda is celebrating its "20th Bajaversary" this year — and now you'll be able to stock it in your fridge through the end of 2024.

How long has Baja Blast been around? ›

It looks like 2024 (welcome to it) is going to be a big year for fans of Mountain Dew Baja Blast. Having made its debut in August 2004, the generally Taco Bell-exclusive MTN Dew flavor is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.

When did Baja Blast first come out? ›

Baja Blast was first introduced at Taco Bell in 2004 as a fast-food rarity, a soda flavor exclusive to one chain of restaurants.

What is the history of Baja Blast? ›

Mountain Dew Baja Blast was first created as an exclusive Taco Bell flavor in 2004, and quickly became a fan-favorite fountain beverage at the chain. After years of pleas from fans, Mountain Dew launched the beverage a decade later in retail stores for a limited time.

How long has Mountain Dew been around? ›

Mountain Dew, stylized as Mtn Dew in some countries, is a carbonated soft drink brand produced and owned by PepsiCo. The original formula was invented in 1940 by Tennessee beverage bottlers Barney and Ally Hartman.

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