So I have a Gold-Medal popcorn popper - 6oz, I think.

I absolutely love it. I make popcorn several times a week, and... well, you get the drift. I love it.

I usually make the corn from the popcorn oil that I get in gallon jugs from Gordon Food Service. I thought that the popcorn tasted pretty good. And then I ran out.

My wife went to the supermarket and bought some Yoder brand coconut oil for popping corn. I was pretty hesitant because it was a solid - kind of a semi-solid goo. But I went ahead and packed the right amount into my measuring cup, and spooned it into the machine. It melted right away, I added the corn and salt, and WOW! What a difference!

So my question is this: Where can I get more of this stuff - and hopefully in a liquid form! The solid was not convenient, and very expensive.

Anyone?

Thanks!

Paul

While I'm not real familiar with coconut oils that are marketed for popping corn, you may have a hard time finding what you're looking for without it tasting dramatically different. Coconut oil has a melting point of 76 degrees, so unless you keep your house pretty warm, you'll be dealing with it in its solid state. On the plus side, though, fractionated coconut oil has a long enough shelf life that it could probably outlive us both, lol.

I only remember seeing it in "solid" form in the grocery store. I often wondered who would be daring enough to put that into their bodies... Looks like a heart attack in a bottle.

I get mine at Walmart and yes it's in solid form. Set it out in the sun for a few minutes and it turns to liquid. I like it in solid form though as it's easy to scoop out.

Any supplier that carries popcorn supplies will carry coconut oil in bulk. I portion it out into smaller tupperware containers. If you prefer to deal with it in a liquid form.......about 30 seconds in the microwave will do the trick.

Jay

They actually call it 76 degree coconut oil for a reason. It melts at 76 degrees. Put a bit in your hand and you will see it turn to liquid very quickly.
I have bought the yellow oil online from Stargate Cinema a while back and have also purchased the white oil from walmart. That stuff from walmart has a different consistency. I prefer the yellow....now I'm sure there is not a bit of difference but it does make the corn nice and yellow :)

I only remember seeing it in "solid" form in the grocery store. I often wondered who would be daring enough to put that into their bodies... Looks like a heart attack in a bottle.

Actually, it's a myth that coconut oil is bad for you.

http://www.westonaprice.org/knowyourfats/coconut_oil.html

It's actually the best oil to use for cooking or frying because it is one of the few oils that don't turn rancid (read: turn to transfats) at high temperatures.

Certainly makes popcorn tasty! Raw, cold-pressed, organic coconut oil is what to look for. As stated above, it melts at about 76.

So I have a Gold-Medal popcorn popper - 6oz, I think.

I absolutely love it. I make popcorn several times a week, and... well, you get the drift. I love it.

I usually make the corn from the popcorn oil that I get in gallon jugs from Gordon Food Service. I thought that the popcorn tasted pretty good. And then I ran out.

My wife went to the supermarket and bought some Yoder brand coconut oil for popping corn. I was pretty hesitant because it was a solid - kind of a semi-solid goo. But I went ahead and packed the right amount into my measuring cup, and spooned it into the machine. It melted right away, I added the corn and salt, and WOW! What a difference!

So my question is this: Where can I get more of this stuff - and hopefully in a liquid form! The solid was not convenient, and very expensive.

Anyone?

Thanks!

Paul

Nothing wrong with that Yoder stuff. It is all pretty much the same as long as it is pure coconut oil. Some brands put a yellow coloring along with seasoning in their product. If it is pure, it will be solid, unless it gets warm enough to melt. It is the nature of the beast. I've saw some coconut oil at Walmart Supercenters. Another option, if you have one in your area.

Hi Paul,

When I'm not using pre-packs, I'll use bulk supplies to create my custom blends of popcorn. Many of the supply houses only offer cases for their oils and flavorings. I found This supplier, Badger Popcorn Supply (http://www.badgerpopcorn.com/) to be good with smaller quantities and sizes.

Good Luck!

Thanks everyone!

-Paul

I ordered some from Badger. Thanks for the link.

What did you order and waht is the price? I'm curious too! :)

I ordered the following:

1552 - POPPING OIL, COCONUT, YELLOW, 4 LB TUB
$6.95 each X 1
1502 - TOPPING, ODELL'S SUPUR-KIST TWO, 1 GAL
$11.45 each X 1

They arrived today. This made the best popcorn I have ever had. I could not wait for dinner, this was my dinner. The wife agreed on how good it is.

Hmmm. Maybe I should do something like this and forget the whole individual pouch pack stuff.

Popcorn only for dinner would probably not sit that well for me judging how I feel after I pack down a bunch at the theater. :)

follks,
just google coconut oil popcorn :)

I ordered the following:

1552 - POPPING OIL, COCONUT, YELLOW, 4 LB TUB
$6.95 each X 1
1502 - TOPPING, ODELL'S SUPUR-KIST TWO, 1 GAL
$11.45 each X 1

They arrived today. This made the best popcorn I have ever had. I could not wait for dinner, this was my dinner. The wife agreed on how good it is.

Yeah those prices aren't that bad. I was thinking about doing the pre-measured packets, but this might be the way to go.

I wonder how long the stuff keeps. I'm sure I wouldn't go through 4lbs in a year.

Actually, it's a myth that coconut oil is bad for you.

http://www.westonaprice.org/knowyourfats/coconut_oil.html

It's actually the best oil to use for cooking or frying because it is one of the few oils that don't turn rancid (read: turn to transfats) at high temperatures.

Certainly makes popcorn tasty! Raw, cold-pressed, organic coconut oil is what to look for. As stated above, it melts at about 76.

Coconut oil is very unhealthy. That article is written by someone in the cooking oil business.

Coconut oil is very unhealthy. That article is written by someone in the cooking oil business.

Aw comeon! Ignorance is bliss. We feel much better munching on yummy greasy popcorn that we think is perfectly healthy.

Every party needs a pooper. :D

Good Taste + Healthy will NEVER be one and the same.
That is nature's design.
I've stopped worrying about what the "scientists and their studies" say. Give it a decade and their position changes anyway. :rolleyes:

Aw comeon! Ignorance is bliss. We feel much better munching on yummy greasy popcorn that we think is perfectly healthy.

Every party needs a pooper. :D

LOL, eating healthy doesn't make you live longer, it only seems longer...

I agree. I'm at MidLife. Set yourself free and live in moderation. Living healthy only prolongs the inevitable :)