America’s Popcorn Mix-Up: Chicago Popcorn Mix

Chicago mix is one of those foods that perks you up, puts a smile on your face and leaves you feeling full and satisfied. It’s no wonder that Americans feast on over 16 billion quarts of popped corn each year. That’s more than any other country on the planet. Add to that fun and delicious flavorings and you’ve got a healthy whole grain snack that not only tastes good, but is good for you!

Two of the most popular flavors, caramel and cheddar cheese are normally eaten separate, but then years ago, popcorn eaters in Chicago famously started mixing the two and Chicago mix was born! But the love affair with Chicago mix popcorn didn’t just end in Chicago. Now you can get the succulent mixture of cheddar and caramel in every state and even in several other countries!

Americans have always loved the uniqueness of popcorn and the ability to sweeten it, sour it, salt it or make it cheesy. There are so many different flavor varieties of popcorn that it’s hard to keep up with them all, but Chicago popcorn mix always seems to stand out from the rest. That’s because there’s something very familiar and comfy about cheese and caramel residing in the same space. If you think back to the days when Cracker Jack’s were the rage in popcorn, you’ll notice that even then there was a demand for sweet molasses-covered popcorn mixed with salty crunchy peanuts.

Popcorn has come a long way since then. This healthful snack, even when mixed with flavorings is still naturally low in both fat and calories and tastes amazing, which explains why popcorn is still today America’s favorite snack food. It’s cheap to buy and easy to make, with its history going back centuries. Initially, served at fairgrounds, movie theaters and ball parks, popcorn these days can be sold in department stores, convenience stores, online and even from street vendors and popcorn trucks.

Chicago mix has stood the test of time when it comes to creative popcorn flavors. One thing is certain, people love their Chicago mix and there are many who claim to have the best batch, but it really comes down to what the consumer likes. The great thing about all the choices is the ability to eat all that delicious popcorn! So mix it up, eat it separately, but do eat it and share your Chicago popcorn mix with the masses. It’s an Americanism that’s well worth eating!

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