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Limited-time offerWhile supplies last$1.99

Hot Ranch at KFC — launch date and LTO window

A creamy, tangy ranch sauce with savory garlic-and-herb flavor and a kick of chili pepper, sold as a 4-oz Hot Ranch Big Dip and used in other menu items.

Key data

KFC launched the Hot Ranch, announced August 24, 2026, available from August 24, 2026, priced at $1.99. It is a limited-time offer in the sauces & dips category, available nationwide. This record is backed by 1 source and 1 independent outlet.

The facts

FieldValue
ChainKFC
Launch typeLimited-time offer
AnnouncedAugust 24, 2026
Available fromAugust 24, 2026
Available untilWhile supplies last
Price$1.99
MarketsNationwide
ChannelsNot stated
CategorySauces & dips

Sources

Every published launch carries at least one source with a quote from the original announcement.

  • Consumer mediaAugust 24, 2026
    “KFC has launched new Hot Ranch and brought back Double Crispy Hot Wings”
    brandeating.com ↗

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