Since chips are an American staple, many companies have put out a wide variety of options to try and captivate their audience with a unique presentation, size, shape and most importantly, taste. Consequently, many companies have created globally recognizable products that are enjoyed by millions worldwide. With so many choices, trying to determine what chip is worth your money and taste buds can be a hard task, so I decided to test what chips are the best and which ones you should steer clear of. 

   Lay’s Classic: 2.5/5

   From the presentation of the package to the taste, what you see is what you get, your generic potato chip, but generic doesn’t always mean it’s a bad chip. The ratio of the chip to salt is at a very balanced level where one side doesn’t overpower the other. However, it does make your mouth feel dry. In addition, the overall taste isn’t anything to write home about.

   Doritos Nacho Cheese: 4/5

   The Nacho Cheese flavored Dorito is an iconic chip and I can easily understand why it’s so popular. The opening is a pleasantly cheesy flavor with a dabble of spice sprinkled on top to give more depth to the flavor profile without being too overbearing. Furthermore, the aftertaste offers a small hint of cheese that is very satisfying, it will keep you coming back for more and more, while also having everyone around you reach into your bag for a chip.

Ruffles Cheddar & Sour Cream: 4/5

   Going into this I never had Ruffles previously and when I first tasted them I was pleasantly surprised. The cheddar cheese is very prominent, but almost too strong since I can hardly taste the sour cream. Fortunately, the cheesy aftertaste greatly compensates for that lack of sour cream. One thing Ruffles has over the prior chips is the texture, the small grooves greatly add personality to the design which the others lack.

   Takis Fuego: 5/5

   From the presentation to the chip itself to the taste this chip has everything I think makes a chip great. On your first bite into one, you get a nice lime flavor combined with hot chili pepper covering the chip to offer it a nice pop that offers the perfect amount of spice to where you know it’s warm but you’re not in any discomfort.