Post Grape-Nuts Cereal

Grape-Nuts is one of the world's oldest and most iconic breakfast cereals, originally developed in 1897 by C.W. Post in Battle Creek, Michigan. Despite its name, the cereal contains neither grapes nor nuts; it is made from wheat and barley, with the name likely referring to the "grape sugar" (glucose) formed during the baking process and the cereal's nut-like crunch.

Historically, the brand was a cornerstone of the Postum Cereal Co., which eventually became General Foods. Following a series of corporate mergers and acquisitions, the brand was part of Kraft Foods before being acquired by Post Holdings. Today, the product remains a staple in the North American and UK markets, known for its dense texture and status as a whole-grain, non-sweetened breakfast option.

The brand is currently owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a major American consumer packaged goods holding company. While the brand has deep American roots and primary manufacturing facilities in the US, it is distributed globally through various subsidiaries and partners to meet regional demand.