As kids, we were sometimes brought to a pub with our parents, and while there, we were given the distraction of bottled fizzy drinks and, of course, bacon fries while they had their pints and chats. Tayto was founded in 1954 in Dublin by a local man known as Joe 'Spud' Murphy, who is credited with having invented the world's first flavoured crisp. [10]

The company is entirely separate from Tayto in the Republic of Ireland which has different product ranges; Tayto in the Republic of Ireland owns the name and mascot, and Tayto in Northern Ireland uses both under a licensing agreement. The Northern Irish Tayto is widely sold in both Northern Ireland and Great Britain, while the Republic of Ireland brand is sold in the Republic. Obituary: Joe 'Spud' Murphy". The Telegraph. Telegraph Media Group. 5 November 2001. Archived from the original on 16 April 2018 . Retrieved 8 January 2011.Tayto is behind the Perri brand, which they established in 1986, and the Hunky Dorys, which was the crinkle cut, chunky crisp pioneered in 1993.

The company is entirely separate from Tayto Group Limited in Northern Ireland, which has different product ranges. Tayto in the Republic of Ireland owns the name and mascot, and Tayto in Northern Ireland uses both under a licensing agreement. The Northern Irish Tayto is widely sold in both Northern Ireland and Great Britain, while the Republic of Ireland brand is sold in the Republic. How many people in the world know that this Irish crisp brand actually invented flavoured crisps? Well, it’s true, and it certainly gives us Irish bragging rights when the topic arises.Salt & Vinegar Flavour Potato Crisps: Potatoes, Vegetable Oils: Rapeseed Oil, Sunflower Oil, Salt & Vinegar Flavour (Flavourings, Cornflour, Flavour Enhancer: Monosodium Glutamate; Salt, Potassium Chloride, Acid: Citric Acid) Now, of course, Tayto was the original crisp manufacturer and the inventor of the flavoured crisp. So, they later went on to produce many others on our list. Cheese & Onion Flavour Potato Crisps: Potatoes, Vegetable Oils: Rapeseed Oil, Sunflower Oil, Cheese and Onion Flavour (Onion Powder, Yeast Powder, Cheese Powder ( Milk), Flavour Enhancer: Monosodium Glutamate; Wheat Flour ( Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Salt) Toasted Heretic in battle with Tayto". Hot Press. Archived from the original on 24 October 2012 . Retrieved 25 October 2012. Where is Mr. Tayto?". Where's Mr. Tayto?. Archived from the original on 21 May 2022 . Retrieved 22 May 2022.

Thanks to Tayto, many of these crisps came to life and created memories for all of us. We’re excited to see what other tasty creations are coming. Your questions answered about the best Irish crisps we all know from childhood C&C Group says to sell Tayto Crisps to Largo Food for 62.3 mln eur". Forbes. 7 May 2006. [ dead link] Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

Book Tickets

Tayto is a name almost synonymous with the Irish culture. As Ireland’s leading crisp company, Tayto boasts the same prestige as Barry’s Tea, Kerrygold Butter or Ballymaloe Relish. And, all we can say is that we are proud to call Mr Tayto (the potato mascot of the brand) Irish, too. The original crisp may have been invented in England in 1817. Still, it was an Irish man named Joseph ‘Spud’ Murphy who came up with the brilliant and, some would say, life-changing idea to add flavour during the manufacturing. Crisps, also known as chips in other countries, can be found worldwide. They come in many variations such as crinkled, hand cooked, baked, and thin. They also come in a range of flavours, which is where the fascinating story behind Tayto comes in.