Flavor: Numb & Spicy Hotpot
Country: China
When Seen: February 2020
In a Bite: BBQ taste, followed by mild tingling and numbness on the tongue.
In a Haiku: Cannot feel your tongue? It’s not anaphylaxis. Just the peppercorn.
Origin Story: While the English translation might not inspire confidence, this flavor makes use of Sichuan/Szechuan peppercorns, which are commonly used in a number of Chinese dishes including hotpot. A bold and daring move from the Lay’s Flavor Department to bring this tongue numbing flavor directly to your chips.
