Walkers: MAX KFC Zinger

Walkers teamed up with KFC for a snack meta-mashup: a crisp that tastes like a spicy Zinger burger… if that burger had been pulverised into croutons.

It’s loud. It’s unapologetic. It’s the kind of chip that arrives with industrial ambition.

Texture and crunch

True to the MAX name, these are double‑crunch. Expect massive ridges and a seriously thick shell—a crisp that practically brags when you bite it. Perfect for dunking or just making crunch noises in public to assert dominance.

Flavour profile

The seasoning is an aggressive party. Think acidic heat of Zinger chicken marinated in cayenne, mixed with salt, garlic powder, lactose and paprika for colour.

I’ve only eaten a Zinger once in my life, and that was 15 years ago. I’m still pretty sure this wasn’t the feeling I can away with from that experience.

The heat creeps in as citrus-y vinegar burn, then lingers with a peppery tingle. It’s balanced—every bite scorches, then draws you back for more. But there’s no hint of chicken.

There’s a definite KFC ghost in the machine: hints of chicken seasoning, dairy powder, and spiced salt. It’s not gourmet; it’s Streatham High Street at 11pm on a sultry summer night.

Overall impression

This crisp isn’t about subtlety. It’s about nostalgia for fast food picked up late, driving around with mates in your first crap car (a Mazda 121 here), and a craving for something that drills into your tastebuds. Whether you love it or hate it, you won’t forget it.

For fans of over-zealously flavoured snacks, this is essential.

For everyone else: consider it a bold fling—and maybe keep one of those 1.5ltr bottles of Pepsi Max nearby for the ultimate teen boy revival experience.

Nutritional info (per 100g)