Popcorn Kitchen Munch Mix Review: The Sharing Treat Everyone Wanted

I love hosting friends and family. Whether it's drinks, a film night or a casual get-together, I'm always looking for something interesting to put on the table.

Popcorn Kitchen's Munch Mix seemed perfect. A box of chocolate-coated popcorn, pretzels, crunchy corn and chocolate treats, all ready for sharing.

There's just one problem.

When we had friends and family over, their teenagers discovered the box before we'd managed a proper taste test. We practically had to negotiate its return so the adults could get a look in.

Clearly, it was already a hit.

What is Popcorn Kitchen?

Popcorn Kitchen has been making gourmet popcorn since 2012, growing from a mobile kettle at Surrey food festivals into a brand offering everything from flavoured popcorn to gift boxes and Crunch Corn.

We've been fans for years. We've interviewed founder Louise Monk and reviewed their Crunch Corn, but our relationship goes further.

Popcorn Kitchen has generously provided products for numerous City Girl Network events, where they've always been popular. Attendees have even gone on to buy them for their own cupboards and as office treats.

For me, that's a brilliant endorsement. It's one thing to enjoy a free sample; it's another to seek it out afterwards.

What's in Munch Mix?

Munch Mix is essentially a more interesting alternative to the traditional tub of Celebrations or Quality Street.

It combines Salted Caramel, Lemon Drizzle and Gingerbread chocolate-coated popcorn with pretzels, salted giant corn and colourful chocolate beans. There are two varieties, featuring either Chocolatey Snowies or Chocolatey Orange Segments.

It's exactly the sort of thing I'd put out when hosting, allowing everyone to dip in and discover their favourites.

And that's precisely what happened.

How did it taste?

The combination of sweet and salty flavours works well, with plenty of different textures to keep things interesting.

However, the chocolate-coated popcorn was easily the star.

It's what our younger guests immediately gravitated towards, and we found ourselves doing exactly the same.

While the pretzels, chocolate beans and crunchy corn were enjoyable, Munch Mix wasn't necessarily our favourite Popcorn Kitchen product overall. We'd happily sacrifice some of the extras for more popcorn.

We also tried two individual flavours that deserve special attention.

Gingerbread popcorn was absolutely amazing. Sweet, warming and wonderfully spiced, it's incredibly moreish. The sort of snack where one handful quickly becomes five. I'd happily serve this throughout autumn and winter.

White Chocolate & Raspberry popcorn was equally memorable, although for different reasons. It's very sweet, rich and indulgent, with creamy white chocolate and a fruity raspberry twist. Perfect for anyone who loves their snacks to taste like dessert.

Both would be fantastic additions to a sharing table.

Should you buy Popcorn Kitchen Munch Mix?

Absolutely, particularly if you love hosting.

Munch Mix makes a fun alternative to traditional sharing chocolates, whether you're having friends over for drinks, entertaining family or enjoying a film night.

It's also a brilliant option when hosting different generations. Our guests' teenagers certainly approved, and we've seen firsthand how much adults enjoy Popcorn Kitchen at our events.

Personally, I'd recommend picking up Munch Mix alongside a bag of Gingerbread or White Chocolate & Raspberry popcorn. The individual flavours are where Popcorn Kitchen really shines.

After years of introducing the brand to our community, it's lovely seeing people continue buying their products for themselves.

And that's what makes a great sharing snack: something people enjoy, remember and want to bring to their own gatherings.

Just don't expect any leftovers.

Explore Munch Mix and Popcorn Kitchen's other flavours at popcornkitchen.co.uk.

Disclaimer: We were gifted these products in exchange for an honest review. Popcorn Kitchen has also previously provided complimentary products for City Girl Network events. All opinions are our own.