Kit Kat may be a familiar snack on British shelves, but in other parts of the world, it takes on some truly unexpected forms. From savoury twists to alcohol-infused varieties, Kit Kat flavours have evolved far beyond the traditional milk chocolate bar we all know and love. Japan, in particular, leads the charge when it comes to inventiveness, offering hundreds of region-exclusive and limited-edition flavours. If you think a mint or dark chocolate Kit Kat is adventurous, wait until you discover these ten wild and wonderful flavours from around the globe.
10 – Red Bean Sandwich
I can’t even imagine what a red bean sandwich tastes like, but when you put it into Kit Kat form it makes it sound somehow worse! But maybe I am being too quick to judge and it really is a taste sensation. But it is a sensation I am willing to go without.
9 – Banana
Banana is one of those flavours that is either hit or miss. It tastes great in some desserts while ruining others. So the big questions is: What does it taste like in Kit Kat form? Well, I don’t know, but I would be more than willing to try one and find out.
8 – Bubblegum
Just the other day I was eating a normal Kit Kat and started to think to myself: “Do you know what this needs? It needs more Bubblegum in it!” Well, now my dreams have been answered with this very unusual flavour indeed. Oh, Wait! It wasn’t a passing thought at all, it was an absolute NIGHTMARE! But it didn’t seem to stop Kit Kat from making it. Nestlé Japan regularly features regional exclusives like this one and they are well worth checking out.
7 – Petit Cheese
When it comes to cheese snacks I am a big fan of them, From cheesy triangles to baby bells. But I am not a fan when it comes to Petit Cheese in my chocolate bars! Seriously, who in the R&D labs at Kit Kat thought that this might be a good idea?!?
6 – Soy Sauce
Whenever I have cheese on toast or maybe some fish meals I love a little dash of Soy Sauce to give it a little kick. I do however not want a “little kick” when it comes to my chocolate bars! You just know this tastes as weird as it sounds and then some. The Japan National Tourism Organisation even highlights unique Kit Kat flavours in travel guides!
5 – Purple sweet potato
Even if the sound of it isn’t enough to put you off eating it, the purple colour might well finish the job off. I don’t really know what a sweet potato is, but if it tastes anything like a normal one this is going to be one awful tasting snack.
4 – Pumpkin Pudding
If ever there was a Seasonal only flavour it has to be Pumpkin Pudding. It is said that they really taste a lot of coconut more than pumpkin so maybe they are worth a try. Imagine kids faces if you gave them one of these for their buckets come Halloween!
3 – Sakura matcha
With a nice looking, pink packet, these Sakura Matcha Kit Kats (translated means: cherry blossom, green tea and white chocolate” also don’t sound bad at all. Strangely it is only available in the springtime in Japan, but I have no idea why.
2 – Kinako Ohagi
Part of me wishes that I never translated what flavour “Kinako Ohagi” was. But for those of you with an inquisitive mind it means “sweet bean, sesame and toasted flour.” It doesn’t exactly sound like a taste sensation but it might appeal to someone.
1 – Fruit Parfait
Normally a Fruit Parfait is a frozen yoghurt dessert with lots of cream and berries. As a dessert, it does sound kind of nice, but as a kit kat? Well maybe not, but as far as flavours go it is definitely very unusual.
Honourable Mentions
Other eyebrow-raising flavours include chilli, rum raisin, strawberry cheesecake, and even pumpkin pudding. Japan continues to push the envelope with new and seasonal creations.
Conclusion
Kit Kats are no longer just a chocolate bar – they’ve become a cultural phenomenon. From wasabi to sake, these bizarre and unusual flavours reflect the creativity and regional pride of countries like Japan. Whether you’re a foodie, traveller or collector, there’s a strange Kit Kat out there waiting to surprise you.
Have you tried any of these unusual flavours, or do you know of one that’s even stranger? Let us know in the comments below!