Michigan’s Most Addictive Chip Might Surprise You

All right. Fair warning. I am planting my flag on this one, and I am not budging.

The best potato chip in the state of Michigan — hands down — is Michigan Cherry BBQ from Great Lakes Potato Chip Co. out of Traverse City.

Yeah, I said it. And I will argue it at a tailgate, a backyard cookout, or right there beside that massive pallet full of them at Sam's Club if you wanna go.

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Because these aren't just "good chips." Oh, no. These are the "nom nom nom" variety.

Why Michigan Cherry BBQ Chips Hit Different

You get that first crunch — and it's LOUD. Stare all you want. I don't care. Kettle-cooked, thick-cut, satisfying crunch that lets you know you're dealing with a serious chip right outta the bag.

Then comes the flavor... and this is where this chip separates from the rest of the pack.

The Sweet-Tangy-Smoky Combo That Hooks You

That Michigan cherry hits first — a little sweet, a little tangy, just enough to make your brain go, "Wait, what is THAT?" And before you can even figure out that opening act, the BBQ flavor comes rolling in like a headliner. Smoky, savory, a little bold... and now you're fully committed.

Next thing you know, you're not snacking anymore. You just made a meal out of chips.

A Chip That Actually Tastes Like Michigan

And what I love best? These taste like authentic Michigan. Legit local cherries, a local company, the kind of chip you bring camping or to a Tigers tailgate and suddenly everyone's asking who brought "those chips."

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A word of caution though — when you open your first bag, do not expect an "I'll just have a couple chips and I'm good" situation. This will be more like a "well, there went half the bag" situation. Trust me. Been there. The chips in these pictures no longer exist. They are now in my belly.