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KFC keeps its secret blend of 11 herbs and spices locked in a vault in which U.S. city?

Answer

Louisville, Kentucky

KFC's corporate headquarters is in Louisville, Kentucky, and the handwritten original recipe is stored in a secured vault there.

💡 Did you know?

KFC's secret recipe is locked in a vault at its Louisville headquarters, and only two executives know the complete formula at any time.

Other options people guess

  • Nashville, Tennessee
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Memphis, Tennessee

Topics

  • fast-food
  • kfc
  • trade-secrets
  • kentucky

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