British people are renowned for their love of crisps, but the flavours available in our supermarkets can often be a little on the safe side. We'll go abroad to France or Spain and be dazzled with rows of bolognese and tzatziki crisps.
Fortunately, in recent years the British crisp manufacturers have become a little more daring with their crisp flavours – perhaps following the lead of independent crisp makers.
Rather than put together a list of weird and wonderful crisp flavours that you can but dream of adding to a sandwich, we've gone one step further and investigated the UK market top to bottom – and tasted the lot – to find you the weirdest UK crisps that you can buy (and eat) right now. Pack a picnic and add a couple to your stash. So here it is, our list of the weirdest crisps flavours in the UK!
Weirdest UK crisp flavours
Torres Fried Egg crisps
Famed for their 'Black Truffle', 'Iberico Ham' and 'Pickle' flavours, Barcelonian brand Torres has quickly become the darling of the posh metropolitan dinner party scene. A bottle of organic wine and a bag of Torres crisps is now the staple deli pick-up for those still waiting for a response to their 6.50pm text of 'Can I bring anything?' But while most feel confident to bring along a Torres '100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil'-flavoured crisps, it might feel like more of a roll of the dice to grab a cheeky bag of Torres Fried Egg crisps. Perhaps only for those with a slightly alternative palette, you might think. Like the Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans equivalent of a salty Mediterranean snack.
For those who have taken the plunge, the knowing grin of the deli assistant will be familiar. 'These are actually amazing,' they'll say, as you realise, horrified, that you're spending the best part of a fiver on a bag of novelty crisps. As you rip into them though, the joke is on the You of half an hour ago – and all the others who dismiss the fried egg crisps. Yes, they taste of the crispy corners of a fried egg. And yes, it also somehow works. Torres crisps are light and crunchy, with a richness to them that works perfectly with this strange fried egg treat.
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Taylors Haggis and Cracked Black Pepper crisps
Scottish crisps have a distinct texture that marks them apart from their English equivalent. They are dry, ungreasy – and feel much closer to their potatoey origins as a bag of Walkers might. For those who had previously been a fan of the Mackie's iteration of this particular flavourway – fear not. In 2023, Mackie's rebranded as Taylors following a company buyout, so these in fact are the very same crisps.
The crunch of a Taylors crisp is unparalleled, and their cult favourite Haggis and Cracked Black Pepper flavour is punchy and spicy. But those terrified by the concept of haggis itself needn't worry. There's nothing in the flavour profile that shouts 'MEAT MEAT MEAT'. Just like a vegetarian haggis, much of the flavour comes from the spices and subtle sausage-like taste. The black pepper here does a lot of heavy lifting, and it makes for a really sophisticated snack.
And surely a must-have snack for Burns Night?
Did you know that haggis has been banned in the US since 1971?
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Morrisons Gyros and Tzatziki crisps
In a fairly bland range of supermarket own-brand crisps, Morrisons really pins its flag to the mast with these Gyros and Tzatziki crisps. One can only applaud such boldness, and for just over a quid, it's rude not to roll the dice and give these a go. There's a pretty good mint flavour coming through, which pairs nicely with the subtle meaty flavour and mild heat. They're a slightly greasier option to something like the Taylors crisps, but they carry a similarly substantial ridge cut. These would stand up well with a dip, and would be a great addition to a spontaneous al fresco can of beer on a long summer's evening.
Brown Bag Tiger Prawn, Chilli and Lime crisps
Brown Bag crisps are harder to source on the high street than some of the other offerings listed here, but they're well worth hunting down in a gastropub or farm shop. The Tiger Prawn, Chilli and Lime option is a zingy little number, pairing excellently with a glass of dry white wine or a light non-alcoholic spritz. Brown Bag Crisps is an independent, British-owned company that began in 2010 in Surrey. Since then, they've mastered an excellent crunch, with a good coating of fresh flavours.
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Kent Crisps Oyster and Vinegar crisps
Salt and vinegar is so last season, it seems. Inspired by the famous Whitstable oysters, Kent Crisps has created a unique Kentish flavour that presents a classic flavour combination with a bit of a twist. They have a good thickness and it's flavour-forward – they're not being shy with the seasoning here, but it works well. Yes, it's a little fishy, so may not be for everyone, but these are an elegant addition to a tapas spread.
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Pipers Jalapeño and Dill crisps
Dill is the most underrated herb of the kitchen pantry. There, we said it. Who is doing dill's PR, because they're really burying the lede of just how good dill is? Pipers are not playing around with their Upton Cheyney Jalapeño and Dill crisps – the dill is not shy here. Nor is the jalapeño, which adds a delicious bit of heat to the freshness of the dill. The jalapeños come from Upton Cheyney, a picturesque village on the edge of the Cotswolds, where they are grown on a family-run farm using natural seaweed. Crack open a bag of these, and the aroma will speak for itself.
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Asda Caprese crisps
Asda has recently decided to venture into the experimental crisp game, and we welcome them with open arms. In 2024, they introduced six new 'globally-inspired' crisp flavours, including Habanero Hot Honey, Chilli Mac 'n' Cheese, Thai Beef, Lemon Cajun Chicken, and this: Caprese.
A crisp that tastes of salad, you say? Intruing, and potentially disgusting. But these crisps take the flavours of buffalo mozzarella, basil and tomato, with a hint of balsamic vinegar – and it surprisingly works well. This is one for fans of herby crisps, because the basil inevitably leads the way as the strongest of the flavours listed here, although there is a very mild cheese flavour. They're probably most similar to the 'Pizza' flavour of crisp that sometimes does the rounds of the European supermarkets, with a slight tang coming from the vinegar.
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Taylors pickled onion crisps
Yes, we know. Another appearance from Taylors. But these guys take unusual crisp flavours seriously, and who can argue with that? In Europe, pickle crisps are two a penny, but British crisp manufacturers have generally shied away from the flavour – perhaps considering it to be the domain of everyone's favourite, the Monster Munch.
But a pickle crisp need not come in Monster Munch form, and as Taylors proves, can be one of the finest crisp additions to a sandwich on the market. As with the crinkle-cut version, the Taylors regular cut of crisp is dry, thick and super tasty. The Pickled Onion flavour dances between sweet and sour, perfect for anyone who loves a jar of cornichons (or two) of an evening.
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