Greatest 90s Commercial Icons of All Time
Taco Bell Chihuahua (Taco Bell) or “The Freshmaker” (Mentos)

Pick Your Favorite

TACO BELL CHIHUAHUA (TACO BELL)

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“THE FRESHMAKER” (MENTOS)
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Why This Battle Matters

Can the irreverent charm of the Taco Bell Chihuahua overcome the crisp, unexpected cool of “The Freshmaker”? This isn’t just a battle, it’s a cultural showdown between two 90s titans who redefined television snack breaks. On one side, a tiny dog with a giant slogan that captured the fast-food zeitgeist; on the other, a mint that turned mundane moments into epic adventures. What’s at stake? The essence of 90s cool itself, with each contender embodying radically different vibes of the decade. Which icon resonates more with our current nostalgia? Your choice declares more than a favorite—it determines whose legacy is truly fresher even today.

🔥 Fan Takes

lmao remember when everyone tried doing those Mentos tricks after the ads? Peak 90s chaos.
Mentos Freshmaker? More like nostalgia-bomb-maker! Takes me right back to simpler times.
tbh can't decide if the chihuahua was iconic or just cringe, lol 🤷‍♂️

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Taco Bell Chihuahua (Taco Bell) over “The Freshmaker” (Mentos) when it comes to the greatest 90s Commercial Icons of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Taco Bell Chihuahua (Taco Bell) 81.8% of the time over “The Freshmaker” (Mentos).

Across all battles:

Taco Bell Chihuahua (Taco Bell) win rate: 60.5%

“The Freshmaker” (Mentos) win rate: 33.3%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?

The Energizer Bunny is currently sitting pretty at the top. You can see how it's keeping going and going on the GOAT List.

What makes 'The Freshmaker' so popular?

Fans dig the campy charm of Mentos commercials. The goofy scenarios where a Mentos pop could suddenly solve any problem? Total nostalgia trip! It's the quirky humor and upbeat jingles that keep The Freshmaker dear in the hearts of its fans.

Why is Taco Bell Chihuahua winning by so much in the Greatest 90s Commercial Icons of All Time league?

It's all about the catchphrase and that sassy attitude! Taco Bell Chihuahua took over TV screens with '¡Yo quiero Taco Bell!' and became a cultural phenomenon. Fans just can't get enough of that cheeky charm, which explains the huge lead.