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: Roasted Chicken Wing Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: Somewhat sweet, short on chicken flavor In a Haiku: There’s no need to boast. This roast elevates the wing; and flies us away. Origin Story: The Chinese Flavor Department brought this flavor to market to teach their French and especially Taiwanese counterparts …
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, …
Flavor: Blueberry Country: China When Seen: circa 2009 In a Bite: As reported to us by our trusted taster, “Utterly dreadful. Ate one, cringed, and threw the bag away.” In a Haiku: Careful Violet! Willy Wonka’s in China. This time chips, not gum. Origin Story: As the Great Recession wreaked havoc on the global economy, …
Flavor: Cucumber Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: Unpleasant on the nose, just like cucumbers on the tongue. Some even say it is sweet. In a Haiku: Bland vegetable taste. Who wouldn’t love that on chips? Cukes to the rescue! Origin Story: The flavor department was looking for a bland, vegetable flavor …
Flavor: Mexican Tomato Chicken Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: Apparently all tomato, no chicken. In a Haiku: An authentic taste… Of Mexico is a stretch. Sure beats tacos, right? Origin Story: We don’t know about you, but when we think of Mexican flavors the first things that come to mind are …
Flavor: Italian Red Meat Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Meat sauce on a chip. Brings you to the streets of Rome. Crumble on pasta. Origin Story: Nothing quite says Italy like red meat? At least …