Bob's Red Mill White Popcorn, 30oz

I've tried a lot of popcorn kernels and the Bob's white is by far the superior product, head and shoulders above not only the national brands but the bulk "amish" type brands and the kind of stuff you see in the health food store. It's better than everything else in the grocery store, too. Straight up, the finest of all popcorn.It's white corn, so the kernels pop slightly smaller than that national brand you're thinking of. This is *a good thing* because it's crispier, more flavorful, not as foamy. Giganticness of the pop is not an indication of quality at all—mushroom corns and ball corns are larger than grocery store stuff, but only usable for coated or sweetened popcorn dishes, for example. What you want in your popcorn is crisp, flavor, hull ratio, and yield.Bob's white beats the pants off of everyone else on those metrics. It's by far the crispest, the flavor is much less "cheap corn" flavor like yellows are, and the hull situation is outstanding; you'll pick far fewer little sharp bits out of your teeth than ever. It's a shame it only comes in these small retail pouches, because you're going to go through a ton.The yield is outstanding. As often as not, there are *zero* unpeopled kernels and only a handful of semi-popped, much to the dismay of my wife who likes the little cracked crunchers.Because the corn's popped "foam" is a little denser than the cheap stuff, when you go to butter it the corn will appear glossier than expected. After a few moments the butter will soak in evenly, and you'll get a bowl of popcorn that's actually less greasy than the guy with the hard-to-spell name. Because it pops drier than the yellow stuff, it sometimes takes a bit more salt, since there isn't as much moisture to dissolve the salt onto the popcorn.Other things about it? Bob's is a very ethical, well-run business that I'm happy to support. Their other grain products tend to be better than average, with this corn being no exception.The product is "gmo-free" and "organic." Neither of these attributes affect the flavor or quality of the corn in any way, and in fact most GMO crops are superior and "organic" isn't what most people believe it to be in terms of farming methods. Either way, this popcorn is the bomb.It's "gluten free" because... it's corn. Like, inherently it's got no gluten in it, like most substances on the face of the Earth. None of this woo-woo silliness that people use as excuses to buy a more expensive product matter. The reason to buy the more expensive product is *this stuff is high quality.*My tips:* use a moderate-to-high smoke point oil, like coconut oil, rapeseed oil, or avocado oil. Do NOT use olive oil, as the temperature required to pop the corn is higher than olive oil should go and the result won't taste good at all, possibly even "fishy" because the oil was overheated.* Don't bother with salting the pot. May flavored salts suggest putting it in with the oil and unpopped kernels; this results in spending money on salt that doesn't stick to anything and gets washed down the drain. SALT LAST!* Use a "medium" heat. This means, on a very powerful burner you'll want to be a bit lower than the halfway point on the dial. Over time, find the highest flame you can use without burning or causing unpopped kernels. Ideally you'll hear a period of extremely vigorous popping towards the end.* Do not use a rounded lid! Round metal or glass lids are intended to guide steam and moisture back into the pot which is great for making sauces. Moisture is *the enemy* when you make popcorn. Use a frying mesh, a well-vented lid, or leave the lid as half-cocked as you can get away with. VENT THAT STEAM!* Use more butter than you think popcorn deserves. White corn absorbs it better without getting greasy or wet. When you switch to white corn you have to adjust your seasoning habits accordingly in order to get a superior dish.* SALT. LAST. Put a fine salt, flavored or not, into the paper bag you use to shake the corn up, after buttering but before pouring into the bowl. Do not use table salt, the grains are too big. Ideally, either pinch flaked salt between your fingers to make a fine dust, or use a salt intended for popcorn.If you cook it properly, you're going to discover that white popcorn — and *especially* Bob's white — delivers a much better popcorn than you're used to. There are zero downsides to this product apart from the relative price. You're getting what you pay for: popcorn kernels from that dude with the thick glasses, or the cheap grocery brand sack, are just nowhere near what you're getting here. It's on another level.

Quick answers:* Can you use oil to pop this? Yes* Does it come with seasoning? No* Is this popcorn gluten free? Yes (plain popcorn is naturally gluten-free)* White vs yellow popcorn—what’s the difference? White is smaller, more tender, lighter flavor* Does it have hard hulls? No—very minimal and softer than most* Is it non-GMO? Yes* Does it store well? Yes (long shelf life; keep airtight)I’ve tried a lot of popcorn over the years, and this is the one I keep coming back to—I’ve bought it **20+ times** at this point.The biggest difference is the texture—this popcorn is **light, delicate, and tender**, not stiff or cardboard-like like some cheaper brands. It pops up smaller than yellow popcorn, but in a good way… it’s easier to eat and doesn’t get stuck in your teeth nearly as much.I use this both **on the stovetop with oil AND in an air popper**, and it works great either way. Consistent popping and great texture every time.What makes white popcorn different (and better IMO):* Thinner hull → fewer annoying pieces in your teeth* Lighter, more delicate crunch* Milder flavor (great for snacking without heavy butter)* Smaller, fluffier piecesCommon questions answered:Is white popcorn actually hulless?Not completely, but it’s *very close*. The hull is thinner and breaks into tiny, less noticeable pieces.Does it taste different than yellow popcorn?Yes—lighter, more subtle flavor vs the stronger “movie theater” taste of yellow.Why does popcorn get chewy sometimes?Usually moisture-related. Keep kernels in an airtight container and don’t over-steam while popping.Is it healthier than yellow popcorn?Not really—both are similar nutritionally. The real difference is texture and taste.Is it better for sensitive teeth?Yes—this is one of the biggest wins. Much easier to eat.Other things I like:* Pops well with oil or in an air popper* Non-GMO* Stores well long-term* Consistent, high-quality kernelsBottom line:If you’re tired of tough, tooth-sticking popcorn, switch to white popcorn. This one is light, clean, and genuinely enjoyable to eat. I’ll keep buying it again and again.

I am so happy with this Bob's Red Mill White Popcorn 4-pack. I typically use an air popper, and these kernels pop up perfectly every time with almost zero unpopped "old maids" at the bottom of the bowl. If you’re used to standard yellow popcorn, this is a great change. The popped kernels are a stunning, bright white and have a much more delicate, tender texture. They are also virtually hulless, which makes them way easier to eat and more gentle on your teeth. And, I trust the Bob's Red Mill brand for quality.Taste: Very clean, light, and slightly sweet.Performance: Works flawlessly in my air popper without burning.Value: Buying the pack of four is a great way to stock up on a healthy, whole-grain snack.This has officially become my favorite go-to snack. It’s a high-quality, non-GMO option that I’ll definitely be keeping in my pantry!

Best popcorn ever, all the kernels pop and it taste great.

Good pop in microwave and also air popper. Too many kernals unpopped. Taste is only average.

These are my favorite popcorn kernels. They are so much better than the yellow. They pop up nice and tender, and dont get stuck in your gum like others do. My local grocer stopped carrying this, so I was glad to be able to stock up here.

So, I spent several months wanting to eat almost no snack food except BjornQuorn’s Cloudy popcorn. It was delicious but the price was NOT sustainable. I had to get some kind of microwave popcorn. This turned out to be an excellent choice. The value is unbeatable and it’s delicious, too. I usually make it with olive oil drizzled on top, but it also works with butter and other toppings. It successfully broke my addiction to BjornQuorn and my wallet could not be happier.

So .... this is the best popcorn in the history of popcorn. All the corn pops in a short period of time and it tastes great. It's the absolute best when popped on the stovetop. Science show it breaks less teeth than any other popcorn. Really .....

light and easy to make on stove top.

El sabor es bueno. Son orgánicos pero son muy pequeños al reventar. Como la mitad del tamaño de los normales k se hacen en microondas. Por esa razon quite una estrella. Me gustan mas grandes.

Tastes so fresh and all the kernels pop!

Ottimo ma carissimo!

Kids love it popcorn