A journey through the many flavors of Lay's from the four corners of the globe
A journey through the many flavors of Lay's from the four corners of the globe
Flavor: Baked Milk Country: Taiwan (found in Australia) When Seen: July 2022 In a Bite: Like sour cream and onion, but faintly sweet In a Haiku:A hint of sugar.Along with onions and cheese.A no-bake baked milk. Origin Story: The Lay’s Flavor Department in Taiwan is ever cognizant of their potential forced integration with the China …
Flavor: Lime & Black Pepper Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: November 2021 In a Bite: Just like it sounds, sour and peppery, but amplified. Strap in! In a Haiku:Lime and black pepper.A taste unlike you’d expect.Simple, yet refined. Origin Story: If there’s one thing for sure, it is that the Lay’s Flavor Department are …
Flavor: Flaming Chili Country: Thailand When Seen: June 2022 In a Bite: Similar to the mala flavor, spicy and tongue numbing In a Haiku:Enter Upside Down. For a rebranded mala. Same hot, numbing taste. Origin Story: This brand mashup with Netflix was created to celebrate the launch of the its hit scifi drama, Stranger Things. …
Flavor: Sweet Chili & Sour Cream Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: November 2021 In a Bite: Sweet, spicy and creamy In a Haiku:Tantalizing chip.An adventure for your tongue.Sweet, creamy and hot. Origin Story: Another flavor in Lay’s Gourmet line, this flavor combination set the Costco world ablaze when it was first introduced by a …
Flavor: Wasabi Mayo Country: Thailand When Seen: June 2022 In a Bite: Mayo upfront, with a hint of wasabi In a Haiku:Toned down with mayo.Your sinuses can relax.No harsh burn today. Origin Story: Wasabi and mayonnaise, two bold flavors that elicit strong reactions from both lovers and haters alike, making them a perfect pairing for …
Flavor: Hat Yai Fried Chicken Country: Thailand When Seen: June 2022 In a Bite: Fried chicken skins with Thai sweet chili sauce In a Haiku:Sticky rice pairs well; and some papaya salad. Umami or bust. Origin Story: Originally hailing from the southern Thai city of Hat Yai, near the border with Malaysia, this crispy fried …
Flavor: Vintage Cheddar & Caramelized Onion Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: November 2021 In a Bite: Lightly caramelized onions tossed with a generous portion of Limburger. In a Haiku:Like old Birkenstocks.After a hot summer’s day.Foot fetishists bask. Origin Story: A country known for its excessive luxury needs a luxurious potato chip. Enter Lay’s Gourmet …
Flavor: American Style Cream & Onion Country: India When Seen: October 2021 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Americatown. A reinterpreted taste. For better or worse. Origin Story: As most chip enthusiasts will know, the American style classic is sour cream & onion, …
Flavor: Sour Cream & Onion Country: Indonesia When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: Untasted, although we’re guessing it tastes like traditional sour cream and onion flavor. In a Haiku:Nostalgic flavor.Best to use mouthwash after.A taste that lingers. Origin Story: It is claimed by some that sour cream & onion was one of the first …
Flavor: Grilled Pork Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:The pig goes ‘heng heng‘. That’s before its on the grill. Then, it just sizzles. Origin Story: Pork has long been king in China and …