French's Classic Yellow Mustard

French's Classic Yellow Mustard is an iconic American brand that has become a staple in households worldwide since its introduction in 1904. The brand was founded in Rochester, New York, by brothers Robert T. and George French under the R.T. French Company. Interestingly, while the brand name and the mustard variety often suggest a European origin, the "French" name refers to the family who created it in the United States, rather than the country of France.

Today, the brand is owned by McCormick & Company, a global powerhouse in the flavor industry headquartered in Maryland, USA. Despite its American ownership and historical roots, French's has a significant manufacturing and sourcing footprint in Canada. For the Canadian market, the mustard is produced in London, Ontario, using 100% Canadian-grown mustard seeds sourced primarily from Saskatchewan. In other global regions, manufacturing is often centered in Springfield, Missouri, USA.

Over the decades, ownership shifted from the original family business to J. & J. Colman in the UK, then to Reckitt Benckiser, before being acquired by McCormick in 2017. As of 2026, McCormick continues to manage the brand as a key part of its global condiments portfolio, maintaining high standards for stone-ground seeds and natural ingredients.