popcorn lovers, help me troubleshoot

cmrand4

So I just bought a new hotair popper. the first time I made popcorn, I used a new package of popcorn from Bed Bath and Beyond.  It tasted totally stale right after popping it.  Is it possible that the kernels were on the shelf too long and stale or did I do something else wrong.  I thought those things were foolproof, right?

jillyjill1026sr

Did you clean the popper before using it for the first time?

MomIn2013

The kernels could have totally been stale. Maybe BBB doesn't have a high turnover on popcorn...?

superToots

I wouldn't buy your popcorn at bbb. Exactly what @momin2013 said. I get mine at trader Joe's.

joyfullyfound

Well, popcorn does go stale, though I think it needs to be pretty darn old. DH and I have tried some pretty crumby brands before... either they taste off, or don't pop well. I'd try a different brand to see if that turns out better. Also, not sure what kind of popper you have, but if it's one that lets you control the heat it's possible your heat was too high. That will result in little, chewy pieces instead of bigger, airy ones because they pop too quickly. 

notkateanymore

It's the kernels I would bet.

Get Amish kernels if you can find them. Yummy!

cmrand4

Thanks guys! I will put popcorn on my TJ's list!

MesmrEwe

I'm with the PP - purchasing popcorn at BBB not exactly the best idea - even if they sometimes do have hard to find "treats" (I still wish they carried the Kalua Chocolate Bars and the Coconut rum chocolate bars too!