Hot Smoked Paprika Crisps, Torres, Spain
Hot Smoked Paprika Crisps by Torres — De la Vera Heat
De la Vera DOP paprika — the smoky, spicy kind that Spain's best chefs use — dusted over premium crisps fried in extra virgin olive oil. Torres' Hot Smoked Paprika is bold, warming, and the kind of snack that makes everything else in the crisp aisle irrelevant.
De la Vera paprika — the real stuff
This isn't generic paprika. De la Vera DOP (Protected Designation of Origin) paprika comes from Extremadura in western Spain, where peppers are slow-smoked over oak fires for two weeks before being stone-ground. The result is a seasoning with deep, complex smokiness and genuine heat. Torres use it generously here, and you can taste every bit of that tradition.
Olive oil makes all the difference
Extra virgin olive oil gives these crisps a lighter crunch and a subtle richness that pairs perfectly with the smoky paprika. It's a small detail that changes everything — the kind of thing you notice when you go back to standard crisps and wonder why they taste flat.
Spicy but not aggressive
There's real warmth here — a slow-building heat that lingers rather than attacking. If you like spice with flavour behind it rather than pure fire, these hit the sweet spot. Perfect alongside a cold beer, a glass of red wine, or a ready-to-drink cocktail.
About Torres Crisps
Patatas Torres has been making premium crisps in Barcelona since 1969 — three generations of a family who understand that great crisps start with great ingredients. Select potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and bold Spanish flavours. Also from Torres at Natty: Pickle Crisps. Browse the full Torres range.
Tapas at home, sorted
Build a Spanish snack spread: Torres crisps, some Olives Et Al olives and nuts, a good cheese, and a bottle of something from our deli collection. That's tapas night without leaving the sofa.
Bristol same-day delivery & UK shipping
Craving something with heat? Order before 2pm and Bristol residents (BS1–BS16) get same-day delivery for £3.50 (free over £40). UK-wide in two days at £8.50 (free over £80). Check our delivery details.
Frequently asked questions
What do Hot Smoked Paprika Crisps taste like?
Deep smokiness from De la Vera DOP paprika with slow-building warmth. Not aggressively spicy — flavour-led heat with rich olive oil crunch. Bold, moreish, and genuinely satisfying.
What pairs well with Smoked Paprika Crisps?
Cold beer, red wine, Negronis, charcuterie, olives, and cheese. The smoky heat works alongside rich, savoury flavours and cuts through fatty foods.
Can I get Torres Paprika Crisps delivered in Bristol?
Yes. Order before 2pm for same-day delivery across BS1–BS16 for £3.50 (free over £40). UK-wide in two days at £8.50 (free over £80). Delivery details here.
How spicy are these crisps?
Medium heat. A slow, warming spice that builds rather than attacks. If you enjoy flavour with your heat (rather than pure fire), these are your crisps.
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