Old El Paso Thick n Chunky Salsa

Old El Paso is a globally recognized brand synonymous with Mexican-style cuisine, though its roots are firmly planted in the United States. Established in 1917 by the Mountain Pass Canning Company in New Mexico, it was one of the first brands to bring Mexican flavors to a mainstream audience. The brand is particularly famous for its dinner kits, taco shells, and salsas like the Thick n Chunky variant seen here.

Today, Old El Paso is owned by General Mills, a multinational food conglomerate based in the United States. While the brand started in a small cannery, its manufacturing footprint is now international to support global distribution. Depending on the market, products are manufactured in various locations, including Spain for the European market, though the brand identity remains tethered to its American Southwest heritage.