A broad taste-based ranking led by flavors supported across supplied expert tastings, with emphasis on balance, memorable seasoning, and crunch.
A bold, savory flavor with strong expert support and enough complexity to stay interesting bite after bite.
Sun Chips Black Bean Southwestern Queso was ranked first in a supplied Sun Chips comparison for its complex spice and queso notes; other tastings also favor bold, balanced seasoning.A fresh, potato-forward flavor with precise salting and a substantial kettle crunch that experts consistently enjoyed.
Wirecutter reported unanimous flavor praise for Deep River Snacks Original Sea Salt, citing fresh potato flavor, well-judged salt, and bold crunch.A tangy, savory classic with a powerful seasoning profile that works especially well when you want maximum flavor.
Food Network testers gave El Nacho top scores for balanced flavor and crunch, while supplied expert coverage repeatedly highlights strong savory and tangy chip flavors.A deeply tangy, salty flavor whose vinegar complexity and kettle crunch make it especially memorable for acid-loving snackers.
Mashed praised Cape Cod Salt and Vinegar for expertly balanced acidity, using white vinegar powder and apple cider vinegar with a kettle-style crunch.A zingy hot-sauce flavor with garlic and pepper character, offering heat that adds flavor instead of overwhelming the chip.
Sporked described Herr’s hot-sauce-style spicy chip as zingy, nuanced, and specifically reminiscent of Louisiana-style hot sauce with black pepper and garlic.Three independent write-ins unlock an honorable mention. The 10 strongest active mentions are shown; inactive mentions archive after 12 months. At 25 recent votes, a contender is scored for possible automatic Top 5 promotion.
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The five criteria create the AI baseline. The community adjustment is then added or subtracted to produce the current published score.
| Criterion | #1Sun Chips Black Bean Southwestern Queso | #2Deep River Snacks Original Sea Salt | #3El Nacho | #4Cape Cod Salt and Vinegar | #5Herr’s Louisiana-Style Hot Sauce |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 92 | 93 | 91 | 92 | |
| 92 | 94 | 90 | 89 | 88 | |
| 88 | 93 | 91 | 92 | 86 | |
| 90 | 88 | 88 | 80 | 84 | |
| 92 | 86 | 88 | 84 | 88 | |
| AI baseline scoreWeighted criteria result | 91.5 | 91.5 | 90.6 | 88.3 | 88.2 |
| Community adjustmentVote-share influence | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Current published scoreBaseline + community | 92 | 92 | 91 | 88 | 88 |
The five criteria create the AI baseline. The community adjustment is then added or subtracted to produce the current published score.
| Criterion | #1Sun Chips Black Bean Southwestern Queso | #2Deep River Snacks Original Sea Salt | #3El Nacho | #4Cape Cod Salt and Vinegar | #5Herr’s Louisiana-Style Hot Sauce |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 92 | 93 | 91 | 92 | |
| 92 | 94 | 90 | 89 | 88 | |
| 88 | 93 | 91 | 92 | 86 | |
| 90 | 88 | 88 | 80 | 84 | |
| 92 | 86 | 88 | 84 | 88 | |
| AI baseline scoreWeighted criteria result | 91.5 | 91.5 | 90.6 | 88.3 | 88.2 |
| Community adjustmentVote-share influence | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Current published scoreBaseline + community | 92 | 92 | 91 | 88 | 88 |
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Multigrain chip
Kettle-cooked potato chip
Black bean, southwestern spice, and queso notes
Sea salt and fresh potato flavor
Ridged, crunchy texture
Thick, sturdy, bold crunch
Suitable for snacking and dipping
Snacking and dipping
Named the best Sun Chips flavor in a supplied ranking
Unanimous favorite among 26 kettle chips in supplied testing
Scores synthesize supplied expert taste tests and editorial rankings, prioritizing flavor quality while considering texture, versatility, and repeated praise. The list compares specific chip flavors rather than brands alone.