Space Poppers: A THC Infused Popcorn Brand

Space Poppers, Inc. is a Massachusetts-based edible producer known for an uncommon format in the state’s cannabis market: THC infused popcorn. The company was founded in late 2023 by Sara and Rodolfo, two food-focused creators who met while competing on Netflix’s Baking Impossible. Their partnership eventually led to a simple idea that guides their work today. Instead of shaping cannabis into a candy, they wanted a snack that still tasted like popcorn.

A Food-First Approach to Edibles

Space Poppers develops its recipes in-house and works with a licensed co-packer in Massachusetts for production. This model is often used by small edible brands that focus on flavor, dosing, and brand identity while relying on a licensed kitchen for the regulated steps of manufacturing.

During early development, the founders tested many versions of popcorn before settling on three core flavors:

• Sea Salt Caramel
• Chicago-Style (caramel and cheddar)
• Sweet Chili

A Churros variety is planned for release soon.

Each flavor is available in two formats: a 100 mg bag and a 10 mg bag. The larger bag contains kernels that land near 2 mg THC each, while the smaller bags contain kernels closer to 0.5 mg. The company encourages new consumers to begin with one or two pieces, a guidance that matches the “low and slow” approach adopted across the industry.

The popcorn uses a solvent-free distillate blended into the caramel coating. Many customers describe the final taste as close to non-infused popcorn, which aligns with the founders’ goal of making cannabis feel familiar and approachable, “Popcorn is fun, nostalgic, and loves to be shared - just like cannabis!”

Why Space Poppers Stands Out

Space Poppers is one of the few East Coast brands producing popcorn as an edible format. The Massachusetts market, which leans heavily toward gummies, has not seen many snack-style edibles. The company appears to have filled a niche by offering something that is:

• Shareable, which matches common consumption habits.
• Low-dose friendly, allowing people to adjust their intake gradually.
• Comforting and familiar, which may appeal to consumers who avoid stronger cannabis flavors.

The brand has also gained attention through several awards at events, particularly for its Sea Salt Caramel popcorn. Recent wins include:

• NECANN Massachusetts 2025 – First Place
• NECANN Cup of Champions MA 2025 – First Place
• Harvest Cup MA 2025 – First Place

Chicago-Style and Sweet Chili placed at those same competitions, suggesting a broad positive response rather than a single standout product.

Production and Safety

Accuracy is a core part of the company’s process. Each batch of Space Poppers is produced through repeated, standardized steps, with dosing verified by weight. A sample is then tested by a licensed third-party laboratory. If the potency result differs from the target, the team adjusts the bag weight and repeats testing until it falls within the required range.

This system, while common in regulated edibles, is notable because popcorn is more difficult to infuse evenly than a gummy. The company’s ability to do this consistently may explain the performance of its products in competition.

Rooted in Massachusetts

Massachusetts serves as both the company’s home and its primary market. The founders describe the state as steady and experienced, with fewer market disruptions than newly launched programs. The lack of other popcorn competitors in the region opened space for Space Poppers to build a clear identity.

Feedback from Massachusetts consumers and dispensaries has been strong. Several retailers have highlighted the brand independently on social media, and early adopters often mention the product’s taste. The company also partners with groups such as:

• Alternative Compassion Services (ACS), its co-packer
• Queer in Cannabis, a community and advocacy group

These collaborations reflect a pattern seen in many small Massachusetts brands, where local ties and community events serve as extensions of marketing and education.

Consumer Guidance

Space Poppers includes detailed dosing guidance on each package. Its popcorn is sold in adult-use shops, but the company notes that medical consumers also buy it. Medical buyers often prefer strong products, but some may choose popcorn for its gradual dosing and familiar feel. The brand also produces a 1:1 THC:CBD version, which customers often associate with calming or creative effects, though individual responses can vary.

Brand Development and Sustainability

The company invests in in-store displays and packaging that emphasize color and playfulness. Much of its outreach occurs at events or through social media, where it often highlights reactions from first-time buyers.

Sustainability remains an area in progress. Current bags use 25 percent post-consumer recycled plastic. The company has said it continues to monitor energy use, shipping practices, and waste reduction as it grows. Many small brands face similar limits, partly due to packaging rules and child-safety requirements.

Presence in the Community

Space Poppers takes part in major state cannabis gatherings, including NECANN, Flower Expo, Harvest Cup, and the Freedom Rally. These events give the founders insight into changing trends and allow them to interact with consumers directly. They also sponsor smaller gatherings, such as neighborhood block parties and women’s nights at dispensaries.

Retail Access

Space Poppers distributes through licensed dispensaries across Massachusetts. Consumers can search for locations on the Space Poppers store locator at https://www.spacepoppers.com/find-us. Space Poppers expects to add more retail partners during the year.

Looking Ahead

The brand estimates that it is currently stocked in about one quarter of Massachusetts dispensaries and hopes to expand that number. Growth into New York has begun, and additional states are being considered. The founders “expect to see the category of edibles expand as new innovations in using the plant in different ways emerge. We're excited to be a part of the culinary creativity that's to come!”.

Space Poppers positions popcorn as a format that sits between a snack and an edible. It offers a slow, predictable way to consume THC and may appeal to people who want flavor, familiarity, and control in the same experience. As the edible category in Massachusetts continues to broaden, the brand appears set to occupy a distinct place in the market.