A journey through the many flavors of Lay's from the four corners of the globe
Flavor: Patatje Joppie Max Country: Netherlands When Seen: November 2025 In a Bite: Similar to a cross between sweet mustard and curry mayo In a Haiku:Joppie to the Max.Modern take on a classic.Ridged to perfection. Origin Story: Patatje Joppie is a Dutch classic that has long existed on the face of Lay’s potato chips. Like …
Flavor: Crema y Especias (Cream and spices) Country: Guatemala When Seen: May 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:A dollop of cream.Then perhaps a dollop more.Sprinkled with spices. Origin Story: As previously noted, the Guatemala Lay’s Flavor Department is significantly understaffed. Rather …
Flavor: Queso Country: Guatemala When Seen: May 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:It’s Spanish for cheese.That is what it tastes like too.Lick the powder off. Origin Story: Cheese is one of the most commonly found flavors on Lay’s chips, so an …
Flavor: Spicy Seafood Salad Country: Thailand (found in USA) When Seen: September 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:A taste of the sea.Slathered in chili and lime.Extra crunchy, yo!. Origin Story: Surrounded by seas on both sides, Thailand is not wont for …
Flavor: Double cheeseburger Country: Thailand When Seen: May 2023 In a Bite: Like cheese, but bland In a Haiku:More than a royale.Two patties loaded with cheese.Mildly tasty. Origin Story: The Lay’s team in Thailand released a cheese burger flavor back in 2021, but this is a Max variety, so you know they had to go …
Flavor: Spicy Korean Fried Chicken Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Salty with the faintest hints of ginger and chili In a Haiku:Is this a plain chip?Package says no, tongue says yes.At least it’s crunchy. Origin Story: When Korean chicken restaurant Bonchon first start expanding in Thailand over the past decade, its …
Flavor: Mexican Chili Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: October 2021 In a Bite: A full-bodied zing of spice in your mouth In a Haiku: An authentic blast; of spice right up in your mouth. Viva el chile. Origin Story: Word has it that chili peppers were first cultivated in Mexico. As any long-time reader …
Flavor: Creamy Cheddar Cheese Country: Jordan When Seen: January 2022 In a Bite: Like cheddar cheese, in chip form In a Haiku:Eat in cave or out.No limits with this cheddar.Ridged, for your pleasure. Origin Story: Legend has it that the first cheddar cheese was created, as many good things are, by accident. A local milk …
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: Crab Curry Country: Thailand When Seen: April 2022 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Like cracking a shell.That’s how crunchy this chip is.Bonus: much less mess. Origin Story: Crab curry first made its premiere in the Lay’s world as part of the …
