Why is the taste of this oil any different than just using plain coconut oil to pop corn with? Does this really taste like movie popcorn?
626362
Coconut oil definitely makes the popcorn taste like old school movie theater popcorn! I don't think this is any different than other Coconut Oils I've used but if you've been using veg. oil or canola or other oils you'll absolutely tell a difference from the first time it starts heating up. Also if you haven't used Coconut oil in the past you may be surprised to find that it is quite solid (like a stick of butter) when it's below 70 degrees... it doesn't mean it's bad, just the way it is.
626363
Yes it does and without that greasy taste; It has more of a clean and fresh taste even the next day!!!! Yummy and I have been popping corn for over 30 years.
626364
The flavors are the same, the coloring of this just makes it 'look' like movie popcorn. We use the popcorn salt with this and my husband adds the nasty (in my opinion) fake butter that theaters have. It really does taste like movie popcorn. We've also used the stick oil and that's good as well.
626365
This is just plain coconut oil with coloring added, no taste difference. I would recommend getting the same thing without the color, though. My review has my reasons. Enjoy!
626366
Well I would say everyone here has wrong answers. I have used regular white coconut oil and then the coconut oil with beta carotene in it (red colored) and they do taste different. The red does give it a better "movie theater" type taste. It will make it taste slightly more "buttery" when corn is popped in it (you can't just pour it on top for the taste). Yes it does make it "look" more buttery but it also makes it taste more buttery too. I don't think most of these people did back to back taste tests.
626367
It has a mild buttery taste, and yes it makes taste like movie theater popcorn.
626368
The flavor between the Colored and normal White coconut oil should be identical, but personally I detect a wild difference. For some strange reason the Snappy White Coconut Oil has a faint cinnamon like scent and flavor. Snappy Colored Coconut Oil does not have this problem and works just like the coconut oil that many movie theaters used prior to the coconut oil hoax.
626369
Plain coconut oil will pop the same. The coloring just makes it look like movie theater popcorn. It works great and if you get some Flavacol salt and flavoring it makes it real close. Easy on the Flavacol though.
1464669
I don't know how organic popcorn differs from regular popcorn. I can tell that after using this popcorn, that it has a buttery taste to it and is truly good. This comment is from a sceptic that felt all popcorn taste the same. This is different and worth a try.
1921247
I have had excellent popcorn with no sticking using both the pre-measured packs and using my own. This is from another questions and answer site: "I use bulk corn and coconut oil. Start with a heaping tablespoon of (solid) oil and 1/3 cup or corn. Don't treat it as rocket science. Adjust to your liking from there." I suspect you are either trying to use some other oil than coconut, or your machine is faulty. Anyone that thinks they can substitute a healthier oil like canola oil and get great results should have their head examined. Coconut oil has been used for ages successfully.
140461
We use the pre packed stuff paramount brand buy the size that your machine takes 4.5 oz I believe it has the popcorn and oil and butter flavoring all in one packet we buy it by the case It taste just like the theater popcorn the oil is coconut
1666697
I use popcorn oil http://www.amazon.com/Snappy-Popcorn-Butter-Burst-gallon/dp/B00AXK9ROC/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1386939077&sr=8-10&keywords=popcorn+oil and popcorn salt http://www.amazon.com/Gold-Medal-Prod-Flavacol-Seasoning/dp/B004W8LT10/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1386939151&sr=8-4&keywords=popcorn+oil and it taste just like the theater
1755805
well, then is it just a jar with a lid? so if I use a mason jar I can get the same affects of no oil popcorn popping?
1942404
It's designed to be melted by the oil, but I have used it on air popped corn (my experiment) on an attempt for a lower calorie version. I spray the popcorn with butter flavored cooking spray (helps the topping stick. I also do this with the cheese flavor) and then apply the glaze as I would for salt. The end product is OK at best, but is nowhere near the kettle version. I have most of the glaze flavors and have made small batches on the stove top great results, when I didn't want to use my machine. Some batches have been superior to the machine.
860682
So far I have been through about 1/2 of the gallon. I use it for cooking and cosmetics.I find it is exactly the same in every discernible way as the small, but pricey, jar of organic coconut oil that Walmart sells. Calling it "Popcorn Oil" is a little confusing and misleading, as it is just pure 100% coconut oil with no added flavors. I also love the convenience of the large container so I don't have to buy so often. I am so glad I bought it! I will definitely buy it again!! I hope this answers your concerns :)
1277233
The popcorn tastes "normal.' I would not use the words crunchy nor chewy. This is used in the microwave and if removed when corn stops popping, the results are close to perfect. Try it - you'll like it. It is soooo easy and inexpensive. Best wishes
1000755
This is not a topping. It is an oil similar to what the movie theater uses to pop the corn in. You use a couple of tablespoons instead if your regular oil.It will take a couple of times for you to figure out how much to use so it suits your taste.
2087886
I used the Great Northern Popcorn "kit" with the popcorn kernels, coconut oil and salt and it looks and tastes just like movie theater popcorn. My grandsons love the popcorn.
1275559
I have used regular oil and regular popping corn. Just have to season it after it is through popping. Easier to use then other popcorn poppers
1484576
This takes oil, use coconut oil it will make your popcorn taste better and won't go bad for a VERY long time. Also I wouldn't recommend this product it is built completely wrong. The piece that you put over the top (bottom) when done will expand and fall off. Also you have to lift the COMPLETE UNIT up to turn it over. DON'T BUY
1970660
Use coconut oil. It's NOT better. Some people feel popcorn tastes better yellow (what??). Really, this stuff is awful. I have a full container- don't know what to do with it. Surely won't use it. Personally, I use good ol' peanut oil now.
1751430
Yeah, great on popcorn! (If you like/can tolerate the flavor)! Thanks for all of your time! Thanks for reading my comments! God bless!
1951574
I had the same concern after I had purchased some off flavor from the same type. I contacted great northern the told me to contact amazon. Also I was concerned that they advertised coconut oil but the packages state it could be a blend of oils. I started buying the bulk corn, 100% coconut oil by the gallon, popcorn flavoring by the gallon and popcorn salt. You will come out about the same with expiration dates and 100% coconut oil if you buy your own, no guessing.
1432097
I read some reviews on your popcorn popper.... one person said they use coconut oil and it made the lid hard to clean and eventually warped it, so I would not put this in your popcorn popper. also, it makes a lot of popcorn and would probably be too much for you popper. this popcorn is great.... you could try a pot on the stove, but still it is a lot of popcorn. Maybe try to find a 2 oz packet premixed. I always recommend when using this to pour out some salt so it wont come out too salty. Great thing is the coconut oil is healthy! for your popper I read that someone uses very little olive oil and then adds salt and black pepper.... that sounded good. Good luck!