Social News Assistant Editor Samantha Bartlett put two new limited edition flavours of McCoy’s crisps to the taste test, and she thinks one of the flavours may just be their best yet
McCoy’s have been a firm favourite for Brits when it comes to crisps for many years, having been around since 1985. The crisps were by KP Snacks to fill a gap in the market for a thicker, more heavily seasoned adult snack. They’re made entirely within UK manufacturing facilities, with KP Snacks headquartered in Slough, England.
When McCoy’s first launched, they debuted with three traditional foundational flavours: Ready Salted, Salt & Malt Vinegar, and Cheddar & Onion. However, there are many more versions today, including Flamin’ Fajita, Spicy Salsa, Grilled Cheese and Flame Grilled Steak flavour – which is now their most famous signature option.
But I think one of their newest limited edition flavours may just be the best yet.
The two new options are Hot Kick Ketchup and Yellow Mustard – and after testing them out, I have to say that the latter are one of the tastiest flavours I’ve tried in years.
The new flavours have been released in partnership with the NFL, with these American-inspired game-day flavours featuring unique player-card packaging designs ahead of the upcoming football season.
Hot Kick Ketchup puts a spicy spin on a classic condiment, offering a rich and creamy tomato base paired with a tangy, fiery kick.
These have a really great flavour and give you just the right amount of spice which is perfectly balanced with the creamy tomato flavour.
However, I have to say my favourite is definitely the Yellow Mustard. These have a lovely smooth, mellow heat designed to mimic a classic, tangy ballpark mustard twist.
These really have a great mustard flavour, without it being overpowering, and offer something totally unique which other crisp brands aren’t too. I honestly think it’s one of the most original and best flavours of any crisps I’ve tasted for years.
Available in Tesco, Morrisons and Asda, the new crisp flavours come in 6 x 25g multipacks (RRP £2.35).
They will also feature in McCoy’s on-pack competition, running from August to November 2026, giving shoppers the chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles plus cash prizes from a £100,000 prize pot.
So it’s well worth giving them a try, even if you just want to try and win a prize!
