Walkers have revived five retro flavours and are asking fans to vote for which favorite flavor they'd like to see return. There are five flavours from the Walkers back catalog to try out and vote for - Cheese & Chive, Barbecue, Lamb & Mint, Toasted Cheese, and Beef & Onion. I found all the flavours in my local newsagent and since I don't remember most of them from their original releases (I think some are much more recent than others), I decided to give them a try, starting with Cheese & Chive and Barbecue.
Walkers Cheese & Chive: According to the Walkers website this flavor was around in the 1990's, and a few of my family members say they remember this one. I really enjoyed this flavour, so much so that it might be the one that ultimately gets my vote. The flavor is deliciously cheesey and salty, with visible flecks of chives that add a herby and slightly sweet flavor. The overall combination is really well balanced between the cheese and chive, creating a flavor that is not as strong or overpowering as classic Cheese & Onion and without the creaminess of Sour Cream & Chive crisps. I actually think the Cheese & Chive works better than those more traditional flavours but perhaps it's just the novelty value of them winning me over!
Grocery Gems Review: Walkers Bring it Back - Cheese & Chive
RATING: 8 out of 10.
Buy them again?: Yes.
Nutrition: 168 calories per pack.
Vegetarian: Suitable for vegetarians.
Purchased: Newsagent
Price: 2 packs for £1.00p (32.5g each).
Walkers Barbecue: To be honest I didn't even realize that this flavours wasn't already a permanent Walkers vareiety. It just seems like one of those flavours that has always existed. Perhaps it's because Walkers describe this flavor as a "recent star". I'm not sure how recent but if anyone knows then please leave a comment below. Anyway the flavor here is spot on for recreating the taste of a smokey barbecue sauce with a little dash of sweetness. I have to admit to a fondness for ketchup flavoured crisps and this Barbecue flavor appeals to me in a similar sweet and salty way. However, I don't think I would vote for this flavor overall as it doesn't seem very unique or different.
Grocery Gems Review: Walkers Bring it Back - Barbecue
RATING: 7 out of 10.
Buy them again?: Yes.
Nutrition: 169 calories per pack.
Vegetarian: Suitable for vegetarians.
Purchased: Newsagent
Price: 2 packs for £1.00p (32.5g each).
You can vote for your favorite flavor online: www.walkers.co.uk/bringitback/how-to-vote
