The origins of Chicago Mix are a little complicated. Garrett's Chicago-style popcorn, also known as Garrett mix, is most likely the originator of this flavor combination, first releasing in 1977.

Chicago-style popcorn got its start at Garrett's, which was founded in 1949. Known for two popular and distinctive flavors, CaramelCrisp and CheeseCorn, in 1977, fans started requesting an empty ...

Celebrate National Popcorn Day with Garrett PopcornAmong the brands that come to mind when you talk to about Chicago food, Garrett Popcorn is usually right up there. The home of the “Original ...

The popcorn can stay fresh for 2-3 weeks. Maddie B’s Chicago Style Popcorn also ships nationwide. Bianca Dodd (left) sifts the popcorn to remove any husks, then Michael Dodd (right) packages it up.

Chicago’s Garrett Popcorn turns 75 “Thank you for sharing our handcrafted happiness,” says Megan Chody, owner of Garrett Popcorn Shops. The apple caramel crisp flavor contains apple pieces.

I didn’t try the Chicago style, which was adorned with kettle corn and cheddar, but the caramel corn version, available through Sunday, does justice to the “spirit” of popcorn.

Popsies “Whidbey Style” popcorn is a blend of cheese and caramel popcorn and is similar to the famous Chicago Style version, offering a mix of sweet and savory.

The Belleville Blend is a spicier version of Abe’s Mix, which is a blend of caramel corn and classic cheddar, a flavor combo that is traditionally known as Chicago-style popcorn.