Around the world, mustard is a favorite condiment; it also happens to be a condiment Americans use more than any other people on the globe. Unlike some specialized condiments, it's something few restaurants and other food businesses attempt to make from scratch. But that's okay because it comes wholesale in a vast array of varieties, from the mild, best-known yellow mustard, to the more spicy Dijon variety, to any number of scrumptious gourmet blends.

While researching mustard information, you'll also find there are a wide variety of wholesale mustard distributors to choose from, some offering only one type of mustard and others offering a wider selection. When deciding what mustard to purchase for your business, you should:

1. Determine which mustard your customers most crave;

2. Research reputable mustard distributors who sell wholesale;

3. And track the pace at which your customers use different mustards to prevent food spoilage and wastefulness.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find traditional American bulk mustard

For down-home goodness, traditional American mustard (also called 'yellow mustard') can't be beat. In the United States, Heinz is the gold standard in American mustard, but there are many competing mustard manufacturers who make fine yellow mustard, too.

I recommend: Southern Concession Supply offers cases and jugs of Heinz yellow mustard at wholesale prices. Davis Food Company supplies Stadium Mustard to the food industry.

Purchase delicious Dijon mustard

Dijon, France, is the home of a medium-heat mustard many Americans have come to love (although most of the mustard seeds used to make Dijon actually come from Canada). Most people have never actually eaten French-made Dijon, so consider introducing your customers to this treat; it is available wholesale from several sources. Or try one of the American-made Dijons that are more familiar.

I recommend: World Harvest offers wholesale Edmond Fallot Dijon mustards direct from Dijon, France. Roselli Wholesale Foods offers several types of Dijon mustard, including those made by Roland and Viva.

Buy mustard speciality products

The variety of gourmet mustards available today is staggering. Some have counted more than 4,000 varieties. Indeed, the possibilities are endless as gourmets tempt the pallet with exotic and exciting combinations. Many specialty mustards lean toward ultra-hot flavors, but you'll also find mustard mixed with such interesting ingredients as honey, berries, curry and alcohol.

I recommend: Ashley Food Company offers "Extreme Mustard Sauce" (a mixture of mustard seed, habaneros and fresh horseradish). The Sell Gourmet Network offers wholesale specialties like cognac and pepper mustard, crunchy cranberry Dijon mustard, curry mustard, garlic and honey mustard, habanero mustard and much more.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Among mustard brands, typically only American mustard is available in single-serving packets. Other types of wholesale mustard are available for purchase in bulk containers, and you should dispense in either a squeeze bottle or a mustard jar with a spoon.