If you want to season your popcorn in different ways, organic popping corn is a good store-cupboard staple. The Davert product listed by REWE contains only popping corn, according to its ingredients list, and comes in a 500 g pack. If quick, smaller portions matter more, organic microwave popcorn could be a better fit. REWE’s sweet 90 g Heimatgut product also contains cane sugar, shea butter and sunflower oil, alongside corn. Bear in mind that popping corn needs to be prepared and stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
If you like making sweet or savoury popcorn regularly, plain popping corn lets you choose the ingredients for each portion. REWE lists corn as the only ingredient in Davert Organic Popping Corn.
A microwave bag can be more convenient for the occasional small portion, as long as you’re happy with its recipe. REWE lists Heimatgut’s sweet organic product in a 90 g pack and provides cooking instructions that vary according to microwave power.
If you don’t want to rely on the word ‘organic’ alone, check for the EU organic logo, the control body code and the country of origin on pre-packed organic products. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity provides guidance on these details.
A good choice if: You want to keep corn in the cupboard and choose the ingredients for each portion yourself.
Bear in mind: You’ll need a suitable pan or container to prepare it, and may need to add oil and seasoning depending on your recipe.
A good choice if: You prefer small portions that are ready to prepare.
Bear in mind: The recipe is fixed. REWE says the sweet Heimatgut product also contains cane sugar, shea butter and sunflower oil.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Organic labelling and ingredients | For pre-packed organic products, check the EU organic logo, control body code and country of origin. If you want to choose your own seasoning, read the ingredients list too. | If I want to season every portion myself, I’d like to start with a simple ingredient and be able to check the organic details. For around 42% of consumers, checking ingredients and labelling comes first. |
| Amount to stock up and storage | Make sure the pack size suits your available storage space. Keep popping corn dry, away from heat and in a tightly sealed container. | A larger supply is only useful if I can store it safely and seal the packs properly after opening. Around 33% of consumers prioritise storage and quantity. |
| Preparing individual portions | For microwave bags, follow the recipe and the power and cooking instructions on the specific pack. | For an occasional small portion, I want to keep preparation to a minimum, so I’m happy to accept a fixed recipe. Quick preparation is the most important factor for around 25% of consumers. |
An organic label doesn’t mean a popcorn product contains only corn. REWE says Heimatgut Organic Sweet Microwave Popcorn also contains cane sugar, shea butter and sunflower oil.
Read the ingredients list before choosing between plain corn that you can season yourself and a ready-to-prepare microwave bag.
Moisture and poorly sealed supplies can affect quality and encourage pests. The consumer advice centre recommends storing dry foods in a dry place in tightly sealed containers.
Choose an amount that suits your storage space and check your supplies regularly. Davert also advises storing its popping corn away from heat.
Steam and hot fat may escape when you open a hot bag. REWE says the cooking instructions for the sweet Heimatgut product vary according to microwave power.
Follow the instructions on the specific pack, stay nearby while it heats and open the bag carefully, keeping it away from your face.
Davert offers organic popping corn in a 500 g pack for you to prepare at home. According to the ingredients list published by REWE, this product contains popping corn only.
REWE lists Heimatgut Organic Sweet Microwave Popcorn as a 90 g product that can be prepared in the bag.
REWE sells popcorn under its own organic brand, including a listed 90 g Pumpkin Spice product.
This product is an option if you want to stock up on popping corn, then prepare and season individual portions yourself. Check the organic labelling on the specific pack and, if relevant to you, the allergen information.
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An option if you want to stock up on popping corn and choose your own seasoning.
Pack size according to the product name: 500 g.
Check the EU organic logo, control body code and country of origin on the specific pack. For the stovetop method described, you’ll need a lid and oil.
For pre-packed organic food in the EU, look for the EU organic logo, the control body code and the country of origin of the ingredients. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity explains this labelling. Check the details on the product you’re planning to buy.
Popping corn is a good choice if you want to make portions regularly with ingredients you’ve chosen yourself. A microwave bag is better suited to you if a ready-to-prepare small portion matters more. REWE lists only one ingredient for Davert Organic Popping Corn, while its sweet Heimatgut Organic Microwave Popcorn already contains cane sugar, shea butter and sunflower oil.
Store popping corn in a dry place away from heat, and seal it tightly after opening. Davert recommends storing its popping corn in a dry place away from heat. The consumer advice centre recommends using tightly sealed containers and checking dry supplies regularly.
Follow the power and cooking instructions on the specific bag, and keep an eye on it while it heats. REWE says hot steam and fat may escape when you open the Heimatgut product it lists.