Takis crisps, the five-flavour range by the box
This box holds 21 packets of Takis in total, including all five flavours we stock: Fuego, Blue Heat, Dragon Sweet Chilli, Smokin' BBQ and Intense Nacho. It is the perfect format for meal deals, vending machines, party bowls and people who can't get through a single pack fast enough. Free UK delivery on orders over £20 and dispatch on the same day for orders received before our daily cut-off.
The Takis flavours we stock
Five flavours, each sold by the box of 21 packages of 55g. A range of heat levels, from zero to hot. Tap on the name of the flavour to check the price and order.
| Flavour | Heat | What it tastes like |
|---|---|---|
| Takis Fuego | Hot | The original chilli and lime, sharp citrus up front with pepper heat building behind it. The purple bag that everyone knows worldwide. |
| Takis Blue Heat | Hot | Chilli with lime and the striking blue seasoning coat. It gets photographed and is liked as much for its visuals as for how it tastes. |
| Takis Dragon Sweet Chilli | Medium | Sweetness at first, then a real chilli warmth builds behind. Hotter than the name suggests, and the easiest way into the range. |
| Takis Smokin' BBQ | Mild | Smoked barbecue flavours with a hint of sweetness and very little spice. A crowd-pleaser for those who love the crunch without the burn. |
| Takis Intense Nacho | Zero heat | Officially a non-hot cheese, with undertones of cream and tomato. Bold seasoned cheese sold on flavour intensity rather than spice. |
Takis heat, mildest to hottest
The range goes from zero heat to very hot. If you want to satisfy different palates in a mixed group, start with Intense Nacho and Smokin' BBQ, then move to Dragon Sweet Chilli, then let the brave ones try Fuego and Blue Heat.
| Order | Flavour | Heat level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Takis Intense Nacho | Zero heat, all cheese |
| 2 | Takis Smokin' BBQ | Mild |
| 3 | Takis Dragon Sweet Chilli | Medium |
| 4 | Takis Fuego | Hot |
| 5 | Takis Blue Heat | Hot |
For the UK range, Barcel has not supplied Scoville units, so the heat scale given here is not official. The flavours of Takis often taste more intense than the label suggests, for a specific reason that the following section explains. Across the wider Takis catalogue there are hotter and more unusual variants, such as the habanero-lime Nitro, which we do not currently stock.
Why Takis are rolled, not flat
The shape is based on the taquito, a Mexican rolled-up corn tortilla, and it serves a real purpose beyond just looking different. Rolled up, the chip provides much more surface area for seasoning than a flat chip. It has comparatively more crunch and is less powdery than puffed snacks. This is the main reason why Takis taste hotter than their heat rating would suggest, and are notably crunchier than puffed snacks. They first went on sale in Mexico in 1999 as "Taquis", a play on taquito, and the spelling changed to Takis in 2004 as the brand expanded internationally.
UK Takis vs American Takis
UK and EU Takis are not the same as the American versions. A label on an American bag is not reliable. They are made to a different recipe by Barcel Snacks UK Ltd in Swinton, South Yorkshire, and Barcel Espana in Madrid, while American packs come from Barcel's Mexican plants. The heat is comparable, although UK versions are often reported as slightly milder, and they have the same flavour and crunch, but you must check the UK packet for the ingredients and allergens it actually contains. The clearest difference is the colouring: the American recipe uses synthetic dyes such as Red 40 and Yellow 6, while the UK and EU packs use EU-approved colour systems instead.
Buying Takis by the box
The packs on this page are sold by the box of twenty-one, which is the most practical way of buying them if you are purchasing for more than one household. The 55g pack is the non-price-marked format designed for meal deals, vending machines, travel retail and convenience; it gives a clearer profit margin and more room for your own promotions than a price-marked packet. When buying Takis in large quantities for a shop, a vending route, a school tuck shop, an office snack shelf or a party, you get the lowest price per pack by ordering in bulk. If you want to mix heat levels, order a box each of Fuego and Blue Heat for the spice chasers and a box of Smokin' BBQ or Intense Nacho for everyone else.
Who Takis are for
Spicy snack chasers. Takis is the reference point for extreme snacking in the UK. Fuego and Blue Heat are what people arrive searching for by name, and they sell themselves. Browse our other crisps if you want more heat on the shelf.
Socially-led shoppers. Takis has genuine organic reach thanks to its rolled shape, its neon-coloured packaging and the heat challenges. Blue Heat in particular moves on how it looks as much as how it tastes.
Retail, vending and meal-deal buyers. The 55g non-price-marked box is designed precisely for these purposes: meal deals, vending, travel retail and convenience, with the margin control that a box brings over singles.
Mixed snack-box builders. The range varies from zero heat to maximum, enabling you to build a complete series with one brand. Pair Takis with our wider American snacks for a broader snack-box.
Heat-averse snackers too. Intense Nacho and Smokin' BBQ mean you are not limited to chilli fans. These two are the choice for family and party trade.
Buy Takis online in the UK
Build your order across the five flavours of 55g packets of Takis and our range of crisps and other snacks to clear the £20 mark for free UK delivery. Takis go well with a cold citrus soda from our drinks range, which is the standard way to cool down after a bag of Fuego or Blue Heat. When you place your order before the cut-off time, your box goes out the same day.
Takis: frequently asked questions
Which Takis flavour is the hottest?
Fuego and Blue Heat are the hottest of the five varieties we stock, both of them labelled "hot." Fuego begins with lime and chillies, while Blue Heat is the hot version with the blue-tinted coating. Dragon Sweet Chilli is in the middle with sweetness first, then heat. Smokin' BBQ is mild with barely any heat, and Intense Nacho is officially zero heat and sold on cheese intensity rather than spice. Across the wider Takis catalogue there are hotter variants such as Nitro, but we do not currently stock them.
Are UK Takis the same as American Takis?
No. UK and EU Takis are made to a different recipe by Barcel Snacks UK Ltd in Swinton, South Yorkshire, and Barcel Espana in Madrid, while American Takis come from Barcel's Mexican plants. The American recipe uses synthetic colours such as Red 40 and Yellow 6, while UK and EU packs use EU-approved colour systems instead. The flavour and heat are broadly similar, though UK versions are often reported as slightly milder, so never rely on American ingredient or allergen information for a pack bought here.
Are Takis halal?
No Takis flavour carries halal certification. In 2026 Grupo Bimbo, the parent company, confirmed in writing that its Takis products are not certified halal, vegan or gluten free. The recipes do not contain alcohol or pork, but without certification we cannot describe them as halal. If you need formally certified snacks, see our halal sweets range.
Are Takis vegan or vegetarian?
Not reliably, and none are certified vegan. Intense Nacho contains milk, so it is out for anyone dairy-free. Some UK Fuego packs list carmine, an insect-derived red colour, which rules them out for vegans and vegetarians, and the colour system can vary between packs and batches. Blue Heat, Smokin' BBQ and Dragon Sweet Chilli do not list animal ingredients in their UK recipes, but with no certification the pack in front of you is what decides it. Check the ingredients on the specific pack, and for plant-based options see our vegan sweets range.
Are Takis gluten free?
No. Takis are made from corn rather than wheat, but they are not safe for coeliacs. UK packs carry advisories for cereals containing gluten, some formulations list barley, and they are made in facilities that also handle wheat. Grupo Bimbo has confirmed that no Takis product is gluten free certified. Anyone with coeliac disease or a diagnosed gluten intolerance should avoid Takis.
How many packs come in a box of Takis?
Each box on this page holds twenty-one 55g packets of a single flavour. Buying in bulk works out cheaper per pack than singles and is the format Takis designed for meal deals, vending and convenience. If you want to cover different heat levels, order a box per flavour rather than mixing within one box.
What does "Takis" mean and where are they from?
Takis are a Mexican snack made by Barcel, the snacks division of Grupo Bimbo. They first went on sale in Mexico in 1999 as "Taquis", a play on taquito, the rolled tortilla the shape is based on, and the spelling was changed to Takis in 2004 as the brand expanded internationally. The rolled tube holds more seasoning per bite than a flat chip, which is why Takis taste hotter than their heat rating suggests.
More to explore at Go Sweet
After more of the same? These sit right next to Takis:
- The full range of crisps and spicy snacks.
- Imported American snacks like Cheetos and Doritos.
- American sweets from the candy side of the US aisle.
- Drinks to cool down the heat.