There is not a clear winner in this battle. The voices of the masses have left us in a classic snack standoff. “The Smartfood popcorn is just a bit stale tasting to me sometimes.” Donohue said.

She also feels that the Smartfood popcorn can have a funky taste sometimes, especially when people are used to a strictly salty, buttery flavor when eating popcorn.Īlthough it is a distinctive flavor, the white cheddar flavored Smartfood is not for everyone. “It’s more of a once-in-a-while kind of thing,” Donohue said. Shelby Donohue, senior anthropology and sociology double major, argues for the other side, saying that microwave popcorn is better due to the fact that it is a treat from time to time. “Your fingers won’t get as buttery as the microwave one,” Abrica said. The butter can also stain clothing with that yellow and oily consistency. Its dusting is not as abrasive as microwave popcorn’s slippery finger feel. “It doesn’t make you feel as guilty for eating your favorite movie snack!” Abrica said. Microwave popcorn can sometimes taste musty, and the oily butter can easily coat the top of your mouth in a rather unpleasant way.īut which one reigns supreme, according to popular opinion?Ĭrystal Abrica, junior criminal justice major, says she enjoys Smartfood popcorn because it is a healthier alternative. Plain microwave popcorn is a classic, but Smartfood popcorn has a unique, bold flavor that stands out among the rest. It is a great addition to any setting, such as a Netflix night with friends and family, or maybe a cocktail snack at a party. With its cheddar flavor, it is not only a perfect snack on its own but when combined with other tidbits, such as almonds, dried fruit, crackers or cheese, the flavor is accentuated and well complemented. Personally, I love both types of popcorn for different moods, but I tend to lean more toward Smartfood. Each kind of popcorn has complementary flavors: Smartfood has an appetizing cheesy flavor, while microwave popcorn is simply a salty classic. Both salty and savory, Smartfood cheddar popcorn and microwave popcorn are great treats for sitting down and enjoying a movie.

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