About
Mountaineer Popcorn
Mountaineer Popcorn was founded in the Spring of 2015. Our vision was to produce and sell high quality, locally grown popcorn in the beautiful state of West Virginia.
We are proud to be part of a community that supports small local businesses such as ours.
Our entire family is involved in everything we do here at Mountaineer Popcorn. From day to day operations, to participating in community events, to happily taste testing new flavors.
We love our customers and greatly appreciate their ongoing support.
– Erin and Mike Valasek
The Crew
& THEIR CRUNCH
Our team doesn’t just make the popcorn, we eat it too — a lot. Get to know the faces behind the kernels and their go-to flavors.
Popcorn on Repeat?
Yes, Please!
Set up your own crave-worthy auto-ship or let us send you a monthly surprise packed with fresh, hand-popped flavor. Every month’s a new reason to snack happy.
What Customers Say
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mike ruttenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Outstanding popcorn, Exceptional customer service!Posted on Google![]()
Rachel BennettTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I’m not a big popcorn person but this popcorn is amazing! I’m so sad my bag of cheese pizza popcorn is gone, I need to go back for more!Posted on Google![]()
Howard Cotton (Howie)Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We randomly dropped in after lunch. What a nice place. The jalapeño cheddar popcorn is amazing!!Posted on Google![]()
Dawn RootTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Stepping into Shepherdstown for the farmers market, I expected a charming morning. What I didn’t expect was discovering Mountaineer Popcorn, a local treasure that instantly earned a spot among the region’s must‑visit stops.Coworkers had told me their popcorn was “amazing,” but that turned out to be a dramatic understatement. Sampling it for the first time, I ordered a small caramel and a small kettle corn—an error in judgment I regret only because I should have gone straight for the large. Each bite delivered that perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and freshness that only true popcorn artisans achieve. As someone who is admittedly picky (I’m a devoted Whirley Pop user at home), I was genuinely impressed.Beyond the exceptional popcorn, the experience revealed something even more remarkable: the integrity of the staff. After making my purchase, I unknowingly left my wallet on the counter and drove off. They found my business card, called me immediately, and kept it safe until I returned. When I tried to offer a small reward for their honesty, they declined with sincere humility. That kind of character is rare—and it speaks volumes about the heart of this small-town gem. Mountaineer Popcorn is more than a snack stop; it’s a reminder that great food and good people often go hand in hand. A delightful find in a lovely town, and absolutely worth a return visit.Posted on Google![]()
Donna L. FrankeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Best popcorn I've ever had!!Posted on Google![]()
Allan ReidTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The popcorn is really good, fresh and tasty.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more