Double Scorpio
What Happened to Double Scorpio
For years, Double Scorpio was one of the most recognizable names in the Poppers world. Based out of Austin, Texas, they built a reputation for premium branding, bold blends, and limited-edition releases that stood out in a crowded market. If you ever came across their bottles at a club, festival, or online, you knew right away - the holographic labels and creative flavors like Pumpkin Spice or Holiday Blend made them instantly iconic.
But if you’ve been trying to buy Double Scorpio lately, you’ve probably noticed they’ve vanished, so what happened?
The Rise of a Cult Brand
Double Scorpio launched with a vision: take a product that was often sold plain and give it a makeover, their bottles weren’t just poppers - they were branded experiences. They leaned into LGBTQ+ nightlife, partnered with influencers, and made limited runs with collectors would rush to grab before they sold out
That strategy worked. For a while, Double Scorpio was the boutique poppers brand, beloved for its packaging, playful attitude, and willingness to experiment with new blends
Federal Scrutiny and Shutdown
By early 2024, fans started noticing shortages. Then, reports began circulating that Double Scorpio’s Austin facility had been raided by federal authorities. While the exact details were never formally published, many in the community believe regulatory enforcement, combined with the usual headaches of running a high-risk business, played a major role in the brand’s sudden collapse.
What we do know: March 2024, Double Scorpio had shutdown operations. Their website went dark, retailers stopped restocking, and those last few bottles became hot collector’s items.
Like many niche poppers makers, Double Scorpio faced the same uphill battles that challenged the industry:
High Risk banking rules that make credit card processing nearly impossible
Regulatory pressure from the FDA and other agencies
Small-batch production costs that are hard to scale long term
The Gap They Left Behind
With Double Scorpio gone, a lot of fans were left wondering where to turn. For many, those unique blends and flashy bottles were a big part of the fun.
But the poppers market is still alive and kicking. Classic brands like Rush, Amsterdam, and JJ Platinum are still widely available, and new boutique-stye retailers are stepping up to fill the void
Join the Conversation
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