25 Chips to Christmas Honorable Mentions
(honorable mentions, in no particular order)
Brown Bag Crisps – Oak Smoked Chilli Potato Crisps
“We can get behind a crisp that exudes a bit of class….Or as our friend at Crisp Nation would refer to them, “…crisps for the crisp connoisseur.”
Whale Tails – “Alaea” Hawaiian Sea Salt Tortilla Chips
“It is not very often that we are really wowed by some “plain” salted tortilla chips. Usually we are reviewing, and raving about, the latest extra spicy this, or cheesy-bbq-ranch that, but we can’t be happier than when we discover some amazingly simple, and perfectly executed tortilla chips.”
Crave Canyon – Cane Juice & Sea Salt Kettle Corn Kissed With Anise
“It is not very often that we stumble upon something completely new in the industry that we love; but when we do cross paths with a wonderful discovery, we welcome it with open minds, and open mouths!”
Larry The Cable Guy – Tater Salad Potato Chips
“With the release of these brand new Tater Salad chips, along with his Pass The Darn Ketchup flavored potato chips, we think he may be going for a bit of a Summer, outdoors, picnic-barbeque theme?! We wouldn’t be at all surprised, or opposed, if he also releases some hot dog, or bratwurst, or sweet corn flavored chips next!”
“So far, we’re are absolutely confident in calling these Cheetos our favorites amongst the Tapatio and Frito Lay collaboration.”
Pan De Oro – Blue Sesame Tortilla Chips
“Pan de Oro means “bread of gold” in Spanish. However, in this case, the “bread” appears to be made of precious sapphire colored blue corn, rather than precious metals.”
Simply Sprouted Way Better Snacks – Simply So Sweet Chili Tortilla Chips
“We just love it when we stumble upon one of those rare surprises that make us smile with enjoyment after just one chip!!”
Trader Joe’s – Cheddar & Horseradish Potato Chips
“We can’t argue one bit with Trader Joe’s description that these chips are “delightfully flavored, cheesy spicy and wavy kettle.”
Mackie’s of Scotland – Haggis & Cracked Black Pepper Potato Crisps
“Surprisingly enough, the vast majority of the reviews that we had read for these crisps were relatively, actually predominantly, positive. We say surprisingly, because the majority of information we have gathered in regards to the actual Scottish dish, is that it can be a bit challenging to consume.”
Brother Kane – Hot Sauce Home Style Potato Chips
“The chips immediately deliver a sharp and pungent nasal zip from the ample inclusion of vinegar. Then a spicy kick from cayenne appears, and continues to build and build…”
**Chip Review’s Top 25 list of the Year consists of chips that we tasted and reviewed during the 2013 calendar year for the first time. The chips are not necessarily new to the industry, but they were new to Chip Review in 2013!
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