Smoky bacon crisps are a pub snack institution. That distinctive smoke-sweet-salt combination has been satisfying bar snackers for generations. It’s a flavour that demands a pint alongside it.
Asda’s version is competent if unexceptional.
The smokiness is the star, providing that distinctive flavour that separates bacon crisps from mere meat-flavoured alternatives. It’s not subtle smoke. It’s assertive, almost aggressive, demanding attention from the first bite.
The sweetness balance
Good bacon crisps have sweetness. That caramelised, almost maple-adjacent note that real bacon develops during cooking. Asda includes this, balancing the smoke with something gentler underneath.
It’s not groundbreaking, but the formula works.
The bacon authenticity question
Do these taste like bacon? Not really. They taste like bacon crisps, which is its own distinct flavour category. We’ve all agreed to pretend this is bacon, and the pretence is comfortable enough.
Best of the meaty bunch
In the meaty variety multipack, these are usually the first to go. The smoke gives them an edge over the blander chicken and beef options. They have personality.
The flavour you actually want from a meaty multipack.
