Mixing container and methods of making and using the same

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter is directed to a container that allows the even distribution of a first product (e.g., a condiment) to a second product (e.g., popcorn) housed within the container interior. Particularly, the disclosed container comprises a main compartment that is sized and shaped for housing a product onto which a condiment is to be evenly distributed. The container further comprises an extension portion separated from the main compartment by a line of perforations. The extension portion includes an access port for depositing items into the container interior, such as popcorn, salt, butter, seasonings, and the like.

1 . A container comprising:
 a main compartment; and   an extension portion;   wherein the main compartment and the extension portion have a first position in which the main compartment and extension portion are engaged, and a second position in which the extension portion is detached from the main compartment by manipulation of a perforated edge that surrounds the exterior of the main compartment,   wherein the perforations are selected from a line of apertures, pinholes, ruptures, slits, or combinations thereof.   
     
     
         2 . The container of  claim 1 , wherein the extension portion has a tapered cross-section. 
     
     
         3 . The container of  claim 1 , wherein the extension portion has an access port for receiving a product. 
     
     
         4 . The container of  claim 3 , wherein the access port is selectively sealable. 
     
     
         5 . The container of  claim 3 , wherein the access port comprises a removable cover. 
     
     
         6 . (canceled) 
     
     
         7 . The container of  claim 1 , wherein the main compartment is configured to receive a food product. 
     
     
         8 . The container of  claim 1 , further comprising a pull tab that encircles the perforated edge. 
     
     
         9 . The container of  claim 1 , wherein the extension portion has an interior with a volume that is greater than an interior volume of the main compartment. 
     
     
         10 . A container comprising:
 a main compartment configured to receive a food product; and   an extension portion comprising a tapered cross-section and a selectively sealable access port for receiving a product;   wherein the main compartment and extension portion have a first position in which the main compartment and extension portion are engaged, and an optional second position in which the extension portion is detached from the main compartment by manipulation of a perforated edge that surround the exterior of the main compartment;   wherein the container further comprises a pull tab that encircles the perforated edge; and   wherein the perforations are selected from a line of apertures, pinholes, ruptures, slits, or combinations thereof.