A journey through the many flavors of Lay's from the four corners of the globe
Flavor: Cuban Sandwich Country: USA When Seen: May 2023 In a Bite: Dill, and not much else In a Haiku:Viva la sandwich!Because the chip version died.Only dill remains. Origin Story: After cigars, the Cuban sandwich is perhaps the best known Cuban treat in the US, particularly in Florida where it has its origins. Unfortunately, this …
Flavor: Adobadas Country: USA When Seen: December 2022 In a Bite: Aggressively sour, no hint of chili In a Haiku:The sour lingers;longer than Team USA;lasted in Qatar. Origin Story: This flavor is a classic from Mexico, which is sold under the Sabritas brand there. It has been introduced to the US market in celebration of …
Flavor: Cheddar & Sour Cream Country: USA When Seen: September 2022 In a Bite: Cheesy with a hint of sour cream In a Haiku:What do we have here?A loaded baked potato.No bacon or chives. Origin Story: Cheddar and sour cream has become a standard flavor now in the US across many snack brands, so clearly …
Flavor: Fritos Chili Cheese Country: USA When Seen: September 2022 In a Bite: Scent of cumin, extra salty, faintest taste of cheese, no chili In a Haiku:If you like strong scents;salty, indistinct flavor;this is your new chip. Origin Story: This is the fourth of the known limited edition flavors released in the US in the …
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 the nation’s …
Flavor: Roasted Fish Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Like watered down BBQ with garlicky undertones. Fish taste MIA. In a Haiku:Not today hot pot.Hibernate the winter months.Roast without roasting. Origin Story: Roasted fish is a complex, flavor-packed dish from Sichuan (aka Szechuan), which, some say is the ideal …
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” Hong Kong’s integration …
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 with the roll …
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, milk, and orange …
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. Although clearly that …
