Popcorn 101

1. Color

The most obvious difference is their color, and their kernels are not the only things that are different colors. Unlike the colored-kernel popcorn, the popped piece of popcorn is the same color as the kernel.

2. Flavor

The flavor difference is often the deciding factor when choosing between white and yellow popcorn. Yellow popcorn has a much more robust flavor when compared to white popcorn. The flavor is nutty and buttery, whereas white popcorn is neutral and mild and starts as more of a blank canvas to add the flavor you desire. Because of yellow popcorn’s buttery taste, it is the go-to when making movie theater-style popcorn — all you need to do is add butter and salt. Both are delicious, and the decision between the two ultimately comes down to personal preference and what type of snack you are looking for.

3. Texture

The sizes of yellow popcorn and white popcorn can vary, but the textures often remain the same. Yellow popcorn has a denser kernel shell or hull, so it is chewier and has the satisfying popcorn crunch when you bite into it.

Amish Country Popcorn’s white popcorn varieties are all hulless, so they have a thin kernel shell, which contributes heavily to the mouthfeel experience. Because of the hullessness, it has a much more tender and delicate feel. Instead of an intense crunch, it has a melt-in-your-mouth quality and is much easier on those who have sensitive teeth.