The Things We Do

In preparation for the Fourth of July Mountain Dew, which has developed a fondness for flavor risks in the last few years released three "new" flavors to match the colors of Old Glory. The term "new" is used loosely as "Liberty Chill" (blue, with Lady Liberty riding a moped) and Star Spangled Splash (red as the rocket's red flare) are essentially Code Blue and Code Red respectfully and Freedom Fusion (white), had a predecessor in White Out. As promised, Doritos have combined forces with Mountain Dew and one of the first offsprings of this union is Doritos Fiery Mango. I remember the misfire that was Flammin' Hot Mountain Dew so I was skeptical about this one but I must say that if you can get over the intense heat this crossover is surprisingly good.  I often get Sparkling Ice for a healthier flavored drink option but the result of this attempt to draw in Starburst lovers is just nasty.  Then there are things that are a merger but don't seem to