559-723-6484info@KettleQueen.comCentral Valley & Bay Area, California

GLOBALLY INSPIRED. PALATE APPROVED.

Gourmet Kettlecorn for
Events, Gifts & Hospitality

Bring something sweet, salty and memorable to your next occasion. KettleQueen offers fresh-popped kettlecorn and gourmet gift bags for weddings, corporate events and hospitality across California’s Central Valley and Bay Area.

Globally Inspired. Palate Approved.

SERVICES · POP ON THE SPOT

Bring the kettle to your occasion.

Live kettlecorn events

The actual burgundy and gold KettleQueen trailer, angled viewRear of KettleQueen's burgundy trailerUnlimited mini bags in three flavors ready for guests

Unlimited mini bags during your booked service time

Nonstop live popping with three flavors: Kettlecorn, Caramel and Rainbow.

For weddings, Indian weddings, corporate events and community gatherings. A three-hour minimum applies. Your quote is based on guest count and location/travel.

Request an event quote
Wedding stand-up pouch design concept with a round gold-colored custom label
Design concept · Pending final approval

GIFTS & GUEST FAVORS

Custom gift bags

A thoughtful treat for wedding guests, clients and teams. Custom favor bags are available in 6-by-9-inch stand-up pouches. Tell us your occasion and quantity.

Illustrative packaging concept with sample names; not a photograph of a customer order.

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HOSPITALITY & WINERIES

The Rafa
Reserve

by KettleQueen

HOSPITALITY ACCOUNTS

The Rafa Reserve

Gourmet kettlecorn for hospitality and winery guest experiences. Tell us about your property, preferred timing and estimated quantities.

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Booking & Information only. We do not offer shipping.

SCHOOLS · CLUBS · COMMUNITY GROUPS

Fundraising bags
for your community.

Planning a kettlecorn-bag fundraiser? Share your school, club or community group, preferred date and estimated bag quantity to start a fundraising quote request.

Ask about fundraising bags

Terms are confirmed directly for your event.

A labeled KettleQueen fundraising bag filled with colorful kettlecorn

WINERIES · WHITE LABEL · PARTNERSHIPS

Let’s build something
with your business.

Wineries

Interested in bringing KettleQueen to your winery or an upcoming event? Tell us about your venue, date and the experience you have in mind.

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White Label

Explore custom-branded KettleQueen products for your business. Share your branding needs, preferred timing and estimated quantity so we can discuss what’s possible.

Discuss white label options →

ABOUT US

Family, faith,
and a world of flavor.

The KettleQueen team together at an event

Our story

KettleQueen began for our kids. We wanted to teach them to "Find the Angle in Life" and show them what faith and hustle could build. We had no money to get started, so we put the equipment on an interest-free credit card. God provided, and we kept going, rain or shine.

More than 17 years later, our kids have grown and moved into lives of their own. As David and I have gotten older, KettleQueen has grown with us. What began for our children is becoming a way to share something we love: our travels.

A new chapter, inspired by travel

Our trip to India for our daughter's destination wedding helped inspire Chaat Masala. Boom reflects Mexico, with a bold three-pepper kick. These flavors bring a little of our travels back to the kettle.

Today, we're shaping KettleQueen around those flavors and experiences, with a growing focus on hospitality and California wineries. The heart is still the same: family, faith, hustle, and something delicious to share.

Globally Inspired. Palate Approved.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE KETTLE

Meet Our Crew

Luis Mercado

The Kettle Prince

Luis Mercado

Northern California & Bay Area Operations

Luis leads KettleQueen’s Northern California and Bay Area presence, overseeing events, operations, and customer experience across the region. From setup to service, he helps ensure each location delivers the polished presentation, fresh quality, and dependable execution that define the KettleQueen brand.

David Taylor

The Kettle Knight

David Taylor

Operations & Logistics Coordinator

David helps oversee KettleQueen’s event logistics and operational support, assisting with setup, workflow, and on-site execution. His attention to detail and steady support help ensure events are delivered with consistency, efficiency, and a professional guest experience.

Socorro Mercado

The Queen

Socorro Mercado

Founder & Creative Visionary

Socorro Mercado is the founder of KettleQueen, leading the brand with vision, determination, and a passion for creating memorable flavor experiences. She has helped shape KettleQueen into more than a traditional kettlecorn business by combining quality service, polished presentation, and globally inspired gourmet flavors. Her leadership continues to expand the brand’s presence across California through festivals, wineries, community events, and specialty partnerships.

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OUR FLAVORS

The favorites.
And a little inspiration.

01

Kettlecorn

A classic sweet-and-salty favorite.

CORE FLAVOR
02

Caramel

One of our three core flavors.

CORE FLAVOR
03

Rainbow

A colorful core favorite.

CORE FLAVOR
04 · INDIA

Chaat Masala

India-inspired, connected to our family’s destination-wedding journey.

TRAVEL-INSPIRED
05 · MEXICO

Boom

Mexico-inspired, with a bold three-pepper kick.

TRAVEL-INSPIRED

Ask us about available flavors and ingredients for your order.

Let’s talk flavors
The kettle from the original KettleQueen homepage

GLOBALLY INSPIRED. PALATE APPROVED.

Soooooo good!

From classic sweet-and-salty kettlecorn to globally inspired flavors, we’ll help you choose an offering for your guests. Tell us your occasion, location and guest count or gift quantity to request a quote.

BOOKING & INFORMATION

Let’s make
something memorable.

Tell us your date, city/location, service and estimated guest count or bag quantity.

No shipping. A request does not reserve a date or confirm an event. Your booking must be confirmed directly with KettleQueen.