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: Fried Crab Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Notes of crab, scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili pepper (according to Intersnacktional) In a Haiku: Put away your wok. This chip has been pre-stir fried; for your convenience. Origin Story: What better way for the Lay’s Flavor Department to “welcome” …
Flavor: Sour Cream & Onion Country: USA When Seen: January 2022 In a Bite: Heavy-handed sour cream and onion flavors In a Haiku: Bring with thee a mint; if consuming on a date. Lest you turn them off. Origin Story: We’ve already covered the origins of the Layers variety in the Three Cheese post. As …
Flavor: Three Cheese Country: USA When Seen: January 2022 In a Bite: Like oddly shaped cheese puffs In a Haiku: Not one cheese, not two; this one is layered with three. A new cheese puff king? Origin Story: After almost two years of supply chain disruptions and shortages of everyday household goods, like toilet paper, …
Flavor: Macho Chilli Country: India (found in USA) When Seen: October 2021 In a Bite: Mildly spicy ketchup In a Haiku: The Village People. If made into a snack food. Might be this macho. Origin Story: Inspired by videos of young men seeking to prove their manhood through feats of strength conquering excessively spicy food. …
Flavor: Spicy Crayfish Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Shrimp and herbs with a tiny hint of spice and the scent of chives, chili and seafood In a Haiku: Like mini lobster. Whether ‘Cray’ or ‘Craw’, no mind. From the mud to chips. Origin Story: Little known fact: the …
Flavor: Funyuns Onion Country: USA When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Straight up onion, like Funyuns without the light airiness. In a Haiku: Pinkman’s beloved. Perfect chip for cooking meth. But better for teeth. Origin Story: The final of the known summer of 2021 mashup series, Funyuns is another Frito-Lays classic flavor that first …
Flavor: Doritos Cool Ranch Country: USA When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Just like Doritos Cool Ranch, but without that perfectly paired Doritos consistency In a Haiku: Better than Buckner; in game six of ’86; but not quite on Curb. Origin Story: The year was 1986. The New York Mets were on their way …
Flavor: Cheetos Cheese Country: USA When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Like Cheetos but without the light, airy crunch In a Haiku: Chester can’t be pleased. Less dangerously cheesy. And a bit less bite. Origin Story: Due to the ongoing disruptions to the workplace resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lay’s Flavor Department team …
Flavor: Summer BLT Country: USA When Seen: June 2021 In a Bite: Toasty with a hint of mayo. In the words of one potato chip fan, “It tastes like what eating a sandwich feels like” In a Haiku: It’s all about crunch. Hidden member of this club. No offense, mayo. Origin Story: The bacon lettuce …
Flavor: Chesapeake Bay Crab Spice Country: USA When Seen: June 2021 In a Bite: Pretty much identical to Old Bay seasoning In a Haiku: Crabs without the crab. Prepare for celery rush. Transport to the Bay. Origin Story: Maryland is famous for its blue crabs sprinkled with Old Bay seasoning, but for those who can’t …