By Alexandra Savage
I don’t mess around when it comes to Tostito chips. In fact, I consider myself somewhat of a connoisseur. An unofficial brand ambassador, if you will. There is no snack that brings people together quite like a bag of Tostitos. However, which Tostito chip is the best? How do you know which flavor to choose? Thankfully, I’ve created this handy guide to outline the perfect flavor for every scenario that you could possibly encounter.
The Beauty of the Tostito Chip
First, I need to draw attention to the essence of the Tostito Brand. Let’s take a look at their logo, as found on their website:
Don’t see it? Let me zoom in a bit.
The logo depicts two people sharing some chips and dip. I cannot overstate how happy this makes me. This is the kind of energy we need to promote. I need to stop or I’ll get emotional, but somebody in advertising deserves a raise.
Moving on, let’s observe some scenarios where you may be craving a Tostito chip (happens to me all the time!) and how you can satisfy that craving.
When You’re On The Go: Tostitos Bite-Size
You have places to be. Your essay was due last week and you were supposed to be at your internship two hours ago. You don’t have time to sit there and cook a whole meal. This is where Tostitos Bite Size comes in to save your entire life from crumbling into pieces. This sleek, small chip is the perfect snack to shovel into your mouth as you miss the Blue Line train to Capitol South. Better start running!
When You Want To Let Loose, But You Have Work Tomorrow: Tostitos Lightly Salted
You’re responsible. You’re an adult. Sure, you’ll partake in Tostito snackage, but you’re not about to spend the night drinking a gallon of water because regular Tostitos are too salty. This is the diet coke of Tostito chips. You don’t stumble across Lightly Salted by accident. You’re buying these chips because you know who you are and you know what you want. We can all aspire to be like that. Good for you.
This Is Your Dinner: Hint of Lime
You were supposed to go to the grocery store. It didn’t happen. Now, you’re eating a bowl of Hint of Lime chips. The trick to this flavor is that Hint of Lime is the most “food-like” chip. Something about the lime flavoring makes it seem like you’re eating an actual meal. Maybe it’s because the chips tend to be larger, or maybe the seasoning somehow tricks your taste buds. Regardless of the reason, if you’re eating Tostitos for dinner, make sure it’s this flavor.
You Don’t Like Chips, But You Love Dip: Scoops
The beauty of Tostito Scoops is that they come in a folded shape that allows you to scoop salsa, guacamole, or any other kind of dipping substance. This is the perfect chip for those of you who really want to eat salsa with a spoon, but know that others might not see that as socially acceptable. But, buyer beware! After perusing the review section of the Tostitos website, I learned that some customers have found that the Scoops fall apart if you rattle the bag around too much, so please be gentle with your Scoops.
Concluding Statements:
As we can see, there are a lot of Tostito flavors that you can use for any occasion. Of course, I couldn’t cover every flavor. Some other favorites include Tostitos Original, perfect for when you’re trying to please a room full of people because nobody can argue with a classic. Or, you can try Tostito Salsa Verde, which they sell at the CVS on campus. This one was a bit of an adventure for me because I have very little spice tolerance and I season my food with a pinch of salt on special occasions, but I ended up really enjoying this flavor. You can never go wrong with a Tostito chip, and I hope to expand my Tostito palate with future flavors.
