Popcorn + cozy drinks = the ultimate fall vibe.
When the air turns crisp and the sweaters come out, there’s only one thing better than cozying up on the couch: cozying up with popcorn and a warm drink in hand. We gave our favorite Opopop flavors the full sweater-weather treatment by pairing them with fall’s best sips. Here’s how to mix, sip, and munch your way into peak autumn comfort.
Super Butter + Hot Honey Latte
Why it works: Buttery popcorn deserves a creamy, cozy companion. A latte with honey brings out the richness, while a touch of chili keeps things lively.
Ingredients (1 serving):
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1 shot espresso (or ½ cup strong coffee)
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¾ cup steamed milk (any variety)
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1 tbsp honey
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Pinch of chili flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions:
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Brew espresso or coffee and pour into a mug.
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Stir in honey until melted.
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Top with steamed milk.
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Sprinkle a tiny pinch of chili flakes on top.
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Snack handfuls of Super Butter popcorn between sips.
Salty Caramel + Spiked Apple Cider
Why it works: Caramel + apple = fall flavor perfection. A touch of bourbon deepens the richness, while the sea salt in the popcorn balances every sip.
Ingredients (1 serving):
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1 cup apple cider
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1 shot bourbon (optional)
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1 cinnamon stick
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1 slice of orange
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Pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg
Instructions:
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Warm apple cider in a saucepan with cinnamon, orange, and spices (don’t boil).
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Pour into a mug and stir in bourbon if using.
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Garnish with the orange slice.
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Pair with a big bowl of Salty Caramel popcorn- it’s basically autumn in stereo.
Maui Heat + Smoky Maple Old Fashioned
Why it works: Maui Heat is sweet and fiery, so it deserves a drink that’s bold enough to match. The smoky cinnamon and maple bring cozy fall depth, while bourbon brings the backbone.
Ingredients (1 serving):
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2 oz bourbon
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½ oz maple syrup
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2 dashes Angostura bitters
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1 dash smoked cinnamon (or regular cinnamon with a whiff of smoke, if you have it)
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Ice
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Orange peel for garnish
Instructions:
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In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, maple syrup, bitters, and cinnamon.
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Stir with ice until well chilled.
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Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
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Garnish with an orange peel twist.
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Sip slowly while snacking on Maui Heat- the sweet-spicy kernels dance perfectly with each smoky sip.
Your favorite Opopop flavors are ready for their fall moment. Just add your mug, your coziest blanket, and maybe a scary movie or two.