The Best British Crisp Flavours (and Where to Find Them)

Jun 05, 2025

Best British Crisp Flavours 🇬🇧🥔

There’s nothing quite like a proper British crisp – and yes, we mean crisp, not chip. Whether you’re a fan of bold and punchy, or simple and salted, the UK has given us some of the most iconic flavours in snacking history.

1. Cheese & Onion

Often voted the UK’s favourite crisp flavour, this classic hits the perfect balance between sharp cheddar and sweet onion. A staple in every multipack and a flavour that just tastes like home.

Want a posh upgrade? Try Savoursmiths Somerset Cheddar & Shallot Crisps – all the richness, with a shallot twist.

Source: YouGov 2019 – Cheese & Onion on top

2. Salt & Vinegar

The one that makes your mouth tingle. Salt & Vinegar crisps are bold, briny, and undeniably British – bringing seaside memories and school lunchboxes back in an instant.

3. Ready Salted

Simple. Salty. Perfect. Ready Salted might not scream excitement, but it’s a classic for a reason – especially when paired with a sandwich or a pint.

4. Prawn Cocktail (& Skips)

A British flavour invention that somehow makes total sense – tangy, tomatoey, and just a bit posh. Invented in the 1960s and made legendary by Walkers, it’s a fan favourite that surprises every time.

Back in stock soon at Parker’s! Stay tuned for restocks.

5. Smoky Bacon

Rich, meaty, and perfect with a pint. Smoky Bacon crisps deliver that savoury hit that keeps you reaching for more. Classic British pub vibes, no actual bacon sandwich required.

6. Roast Chicken

Sunday roast, meet snack time. Roast Chicken crisps are a comfort classic – herby, savoury, and surprisingly satisfying.

7. Hula Hoops

Crunchy little rings with big nostalgic energy. Whether you’re stacking them on your fingers or munching by the handful, Hula Hoops are a true British classic.

Available in classic flavours like Ready Salted, Salt & Vinegar, Cheese & Onion, and BBQ Beef, they’ve been a lunchbox legend since the 1970s.

Back in stock soon at Parker’s! Stay tuned for restocks.

Source: KP Snacks – Hula Hoops History

Honourable Mentions

Worcester Sauce – tangy, bold, and unforgettable. A cult classic.
Beef & Onion – hearty and satisfying.
Pickled Onion – sharp, bold, and unforgettable (especially Monster Munch!).
Thai Sweet Chilli – a modern classic, sweet with a hint of heat.
Roast Beef – rich and full of depth. Savoursmiths Wagyu Beef & Honey Mustard – for the fancy crisp connoisseur, full-on flavour with a gourmet twist.