The name alone is a lot — Giants and Flamin’ Hot — suggesting a bold, fiery snack with plenty of presence. But as with much in the world of puffed snacks, the promise tends to outweigh the delivery. If you’re not already on board the Wotsits train, these probably won’t change your mind. In fact, they might make you reach for a proper crisp out of sheer frustration.
Big in size, not in satisfaction
Yes, they are big. Comically so. Each Giant Wotsit is like a rogue packing peanut soaked in spicy cheese dust. The Flamin’ Hot flavour starts with a slight tang and slow-building warmth, but it’s more of a mild tingle than a genuine chilli hit. There’s a whisper of vinegar, a dash of pepper, and then… a puff of air.
The texture problem, amplified
One of the biggest drawbacks with regular Wotsits is the texture — airy, fleeting, and inclined to cling to your teeth like they’re setting up camp. In Giant form, that flaw is magnified. The crunch is marginally more substantial, but it still collapses into sticky nothingness, leaving behind a paste of cheesy spice and regret.
Spicy in name, soft in spirit
These aren’t truly “Flamin’ Hot” by any spicy snack standard. If you’ve ever had a real hot crisp — something with backbone like a chilli McCoy’s or a Seabrook Scorchin’ — you’ll find this tame by comparison. It’s spicy in the “school lunchbox” sense: performative, safe, and not particularly memorable.
If you’re after heat, crunch, or bold flavour, this isn’t the answer. But if you’re a loyal Wotsits fan and enjoy a gentle spice with your puffed maize, you might find a place for these. Just keep the floss nearby.
Nutritional information per 100g
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 2212 kJ / 530 kcal |
| Fat | 32.0 g |
| of which saturates | 3.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 54.0 g |
| of which sugars | 2.8 g |
| Fibre | 2.0 g |
| Protein | 5.6 g |
| Salt | 2.3 g |
