A trending TikTok video shows creators ordering real bladders from Baja Blast at a combination of local Taco Bell and Kentucky Fried Chicken.
@prozak.papi @tacobell @KFC they are crazy. For $5?? Great.god bless #fyp #Baja Blast #Kentucky Fried Chicken #half gallon #fucky ♬ Original song – Matt Carucci
The 12-second clip by Matt Carucci (prozak.papi) has garnered 1.2 million views and reads, “@tacobell @KFC these guys are crazy. For $5?? Great. God bless you.” It says “KFC got a bladder!?”
Naturally, Carucci wonders if the deal applies to his favorite drink as well. “This is 1/2 of a Taco Bell. Can I get a Baja Blast?” This restaurant is he one of the many KFC and Taco Bell coexistence stores that exist because KFC and Taco Bell are owned by the same parent group. Hmmm!brand.
It turns out that the answer is yes. Carucci says he visually confirmed the literal bladder in his blast. This news will be a boon to those who can’t get enough of Baja Blast. One commenter wrote: With free refills! worth it. “
One man, clearly agitated, said: I’ll go to KFC and see if it’s here. ”
“Carbonation?!?!” one user asked about how the bladder maintains proper carbonation levels. Another person replied, “I think it’s like using 2 liters (laughs).”
Some joked, but Carucci appreciated it. “I love interracial restaurants,” wrote one commenter. Another said, “Matt, the Baja Blast was the right choice.” he replied: “Thank you for providing sophistication” [palate]”
Surprisingly, at least one person was aware of the existence of these combination restaurants. Is that what you mean? ? ? ” Carucci replied. It’s nice to have a KFC/Taco Bell/Pizza Hut combo everywhere. ”
Another commenter considered the entire Baja Blast deal in a different cost-sensitive manner. “I want people to understand that 1 gallon is 4 liters,” she wrote. “So 1/2 gallon is 2 liters. She only paid $5 for a 2 liter bottle.” More specifically, 1/2 gallon is 1.893 liters for her. 2 liters of mountain dew walmart It’s about $2, but you’re missing out on the novelty and added convenience.
We reached out to Carucci for further comment on TikTok and via KFC.
*First published: August 17, 2023, 8:38 PM (CDT)
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