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Celebrating National Popcorn Day at The Orginial Popcorn House

By Kelly Eakin January 19, 2024

National Popcorn Day is a beloved day for snack lovers nationwide. And when it comes to celebrating this crunchy treat, no place does it better than The Original Popcorn House of Frederick, MD, who is coming up on their fourth anniversary! Dive into the captivating tale of this iconic local popcorn store and the delightful treats it offers.

As soon as you step into The Original Popcorn House, you're instantly embraced by a wave of enchanting aromas, from the sweetness of caramel and chocolate to the heartiness of freshly popped popcorn. Each whiff is a tantalizing invitation to embark on a sensational snack journey. The friendly faces of the staff only amplify this warm, comforting atmosphere, creating an environment that's just as delightful as the treats they offer. On National Popcorn Day, and indeed any day, you're encouraged to let your tastebuds roam free. Maybe you'll stick with an old favorite, like movie theater, or perhaps you'll be tempted to venture into uncharted flavor territories, like Dill Pickle, you’re sure to find a favorite!

Did you know when popcorn pops in a round shape it is called mushroom popcorn and popcorn which pops in unpredictable shapes is called butterfly popcorn.  At The Original Popcorn House you’ll only find mushroom shaped popcorn. Also, the unpopped popcorn kernels at the bottom of a popcorn bag are called old maids.  But at the Original Popcorn House they hand-sift each batch of popcorn to remove most of the hulls so that you can fully enjoy every bite! 



Crafting gourmet popcorn is nothing less than an art at The Original Popcorn House. With a palate-pleasing selection of over 60 different delicious gourmet popcorn flavors, and they can customize flavors and colors for special events, weddings, birthdays, etc. They even do custom stickers for individual bags. Whether you have a sweet tooth or a fondness for savory, prefer the zing of spice or the comfort of cheese, you’ll find a batch of popcorn that's just right for you.

The Original Popcorn House says their fan favorites are Loaded Baked Potato, Dark Chocolate Caramel Sea Salt and Dill Pickle.  After spending some time sampling several of their popcorns (did I mention they will let you sample any flavor, cause they will!) We left with a bag of Loaded Baked Potato and the Chocolate Peanut Butter. Regardless of your choice, each visit to this charming store is a novel and exciting exploration of textures and tastes. In honor of National Popcorn Day, why not indulge in the magic of The Original Popcorn House? Take a bite, savor the flavors, and fall in love with popcorn all over again.