Taco Bell transforms iconic hot sauce packets into travel essentials for summer

CALPAK marks its first food collaboration with the fast food chain.

April 21, 2022, 8:25 AM

Sure, you may say you like Taco Bell, but would you roll up to the airport with a fire hot sauce packet-inspired carry-on? Now you can.

Taco Bell is again thinking outside the bun with its new luggage collaboration with CALPAK.

PHOTO: Inside the fire luggage from CALPAK.
Inside the fire luggage from CALPAK.
CALPAK

Just in time for the summer travel season, the two Southern California brands announced a new collection of CALPAK products paired with Taco Bell spice that will be available April 26. Check out a preview of the items below.

Each of the fan-favorite signature Taco Bell hot sauce packets will make an appearance in the form of carry-on luggage, crossbody bag, duffel bag and packing cubes to cover all types of travel needs.

CALPAK has previously partnered with celebrity hairstylists and organization experts to create original capsule collections, but this marks its first foray into the food and beverage space.

FIRE! Sauce Packet Carry-On Luggage: $235

PHOTO: A piece of luggage from the new CALPAK and Taco Bell collaboration.
A piece of luggage from the new CALPAK and Taco Bell collaboration.
CALPAK

"Headed somewhere hot? Our Fire Sauce Packet Carry-On Luggage is the perfect companion," the brand wrote in a press release. "Soft-sided with a zippered front pocket, 360-degree spinner wheels and a removable zippered pouch, this spicy little number has all your travel needs covered. And with a TSA-accepted lock, plus a cushioned top and side handles -- you'll be good to go from TSA to taxi."

DIABLO! Sauce Packet Crossbody Bag: $65

PHOTO: The "DIABLO" sauce packet crossbody bag.
The "DIABLO" sauce packet crossbody bag.
CALPAK

"Our Diablo Sauce Packet Crossbody bag is the perfect partner for when you're on the go. With zippered front and interior pockets and an adjustable shoulder strap, you'll be more than ready to run to your next destination," the brand wrote in its description.

HOT! Sauce Packet Duffel Bag: $110

PHOTO: A duffle bag from the new CALPAK and Taco Bell collaboration.
A duffle bag from the new CALPAK and Taco Bell collaboration.
CALPAK

"Your next trip just got even hotter. With a convenient zippered front pocket, large bottom compartment and removable crossbody strap, our new Hot Sauce Packet Duffel Bag, was made to make last-minute trips all the easier," the description said. "Its removable pouch and interior mesh pockets help keep you organized, and the luggage sleeve is perfect for when you add luggage to the mix."

MILD! Sauce Packet 5-Piece Packing Cubes Set: $75

PHOTO: CALPAK packing cubes from the new Taco Bell line.
CALPAK packing cubes from the new Taco Bell line.
CALPAK

"The last thing anyone wants when packing is additional stress. Our new Mild Sauce Packet 5-Piece Packing Cubes Set is sure to help keep things mellow. The packing cubes set comes with one large, one medium, two smalls — plus a water-resistant envelope for all your important essentials. A breathable mesh top, personal ID tag and back zippered pocket seal the deal."