A journey through the many flavors of Lay's from the four corners of the globe
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 made its way …
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 to winning their …
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 has not been …
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 and tomato sandwich …
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 make the trip …
Flavor: Jerk Chicken Country: USA When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Not your classic ranch.Prepare for herb overload.In delicate form. Origin Story: The long and storied history of jerk seasoning was born on the island of Jamaica hundreds of …
Flavor: Chile Mango Country: USA When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Strong artificial mango flavor with a hint of spice In a Haiku:Fire up a fat J”.It might be the only way;to enjoy this chip. Origin Story: Clearly the Flavor Department took one too many bong hits before they hit the lab to design …
Flavor: Southwest Ranch Country: USA When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Light and airy with an herb heavy (cilantro, perhaps) ranch taste In a Haiku:Not your classic ranch.Prepare for herb overload.In delicate form. Origin Story: Southwest cuisine has become increasingly popular in the US, known for its “strong and bold” flavors, at least according …
Flavor: Jalapeño Country: USA When Seen: April 2021 In a Bite: Savory with a hint of sour and an occasional burst of heat. In a Haiku:Like Russian roulette;without risk of grisly death.Spin without caution. Origin Story: This flavor was originally slated to be called Shishito, which explains why only about one in ten chips actually …
Flavor: Hickory BBQ Country: USA When Seen: March 2021 In a Bite: Hard to explain. Kind of sour and smoky. In a Haiku:No time to slow roast.Need that hickory fix quick.Without mouse or clock. Origin Story: Hickory is a favorite smoking wood among pitmasters, so what better way to celebrate it than by throwing some …
