Old Bay Seasoning was founded more than 60 years ago: a man named Gustav Brunn arrived in the United States from Germany with a hand-held spice grinder and a dream of starting a spice business. In 1939, Brunn settled in Baltimore and developed his secret recipe, which would later become Old Bay Seasoning. This unique blend of more than a dozen herbs and spices was created for a population passionate about steamed crabs, and has since become synonymous with the Chesapeake Bay and its locals.

Once a staple enjoyed only by a lucky few along the Chesapeake Bay, Old Bay Seasoning is now available across the country to anyone who wishes to experience a distinctive big, bold taste. Best known as the definitive seasoning for crab, shrimp, and other seafood dishes.

Ingredients: Celery Salt (Salt, Celery Seed), Spices (Including Mustard, Red Pepper, Bay [Laurel] Leaves, Cloves, Allspice [Pimento], Ginger, Mace, Cardamom, Cinnamon), and Paprika.

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