Whoa Nellie! Kettle Corn & Rookie's Root Beer

A husband and wife team powers Whoa Nellie! Kettle Corn & Rookie’s Root Beer, a Burlington, VT food trailer known for turning simple treats into crowd magnets. With over 20 years running a 15bbl home brewery, they built a following across Vermont for handcrafted root beer and maple lemonade served on draft. That same dedication now fuels a high-energy mobile setup designed for festivals, concerts, and large-scale events throughout Chittenden County.

Fresh-popped kettle corn leads the way, with options like classic kettle corn, maple kettle corn made with 100% Vermont maple, and caramel corn for a richer finish. Guests can also grab playful snacks like cotton candy UNI-corn while pairing their treats with signature drinks including Rookie’s Root Beer and Lemon Mapleade, both poured fresh on draft. The menu keeps things approachable while highlighting local ingredients and small-batch preparation.

Built for volume and consistency, Whoa Nellie! Kettle Corn & Rookie’s Root Beer regularly serves crowds ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 at major events like the Champlain Valley Fair. Fully licensed and insured, this Burlington-based food trailer delivers a smooth, efficient service that keeps lines moving and guests satisfied from the first scoop to the last sip.