MKC Through the Ages
Name that CPG Company
Heating Things Up
Trendy & Tasty
Flavor Forecast
100

Which MKC brand recently launched a campaign with Wiz Khalifa?

Lawry's

100

This company, founded in 1869, is known for its ketchup and other condiments, and merged with Kraft Foods in 2015.

Heinz (Kraft Heinz)
100

What compound gives chili peppers their spiciness?

Capsaicin 
100

What country does the term "Mukbang" come from?

South Korea
100

What is this year's Flavor of the Year?

Black Currant

200

This iconic, historic McCormick quote is above the fireplace, near the back of the café.

"Make the best and someone will buy it"

200

This cereal giant is known for brands like Frosted Flakes and Rice Krispies

Kellogg's
200
What are the units used to measure the spiciness and heat of chili peppers and other foods?

Scoville unit (SHU)

200

What is the name of the recent viral TikTok food trend where sprinkles are layered over cake?

Dot Cake

200

What was last year's Flavor of the Year?

Aji Amarillo

300

What iconic spice blend, now used in seasonal drinks, did McCormick introduce to the market/commercialize?

Pumpkin Pie Spice

300

Headquartered in Minnesota, this company owns Cheerios, Pillsbury, and Haagen-Daz.

General Mills

300

What is the world's hottest pepper?

Pepper X

300

What is the name of the drink popularized by Utah-based chain Swig?

Dirty Soda

300

What year was the Flavor Forecast launched?

2000

400

Which previous Philadelphia Eagles Center was the star of Frank's RedHot Super Bowl Campaign in 2024?

Jason Kelce

400

This company, established in 1866, is famous for its condensed soups and other food products.

Campbell's Soup Company

400

Name 3 of the 4 peppers that McCormick sells "crushed" versions of.

Red Pepper, Jalapeno, Hatch Chile, Thai Style Chili

400

What famous social media personality is known for their food reviews inside their car and often helps struggling small businesses gain popularity? (Hint: places they have visited that are now popular have experienced the " *their first name* *their last name* effect")

Keith Lee

400

What was the 2003 Flavor of the Year, now the name of a popular fast-casual chain restauran?

Chipotle

500

What year was McCormick founded?

1889

500

In March 2025, PepsiCo made a health-forward move by acquiring this popular prebiotic soda brand for nearly $2 Billion.

Poppi

500

Which green-yellow pepper is the new base for Frank's new hot sauce for 2027?

Pepperoncini
500

What is the name of the French flavor base of carrots, onions, and celery that is often used in soups and sauces?

Mirepoix


500

What are 2 of the 3 Flavor Trends for 2026?

1) Attainable Opulence

2) Simple to Spectacular

3) Sauce from Somewhere

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