An important element of Texas history and culture can be found
in the bottle with the blue label
called Mexene Chili Powder Seasoning. The unique flavor and aroma that emanates from recipes seasoned
with this original chili seasoning formula tantalizes the pallets of Mexican and American food lovers
nationwide.
One hundred and one years ago, John Walker of the Walker Chili Company invented Mexene Chili Powder
in a small South Texas town. The flavor was designed to duplicate the popular taste of chili made by
cowboys and loved by everyone in the area. As the word spread from winning chili recipe contests, the
distribution and brand awareness of Mexene grew. Today, Mexene is manufactured in El Paso, Texas and
distributed by Bruce Foods. But the original
recipe and manufacturing process remain the same as it
was 1906.
Mexene Chili Powder has throughout that time used only the highest quality sun-ripened pre-frost
chili peppers blended with cumin, oregano, and garlic. Just take a pinch between your finger and
thumb, rub, then smell the delicious aroma.
Mexene Chili Powder is called "The Chili Champions' Choice" as endorsed by CASI, The Chili
Appreciation Society International and is used in many of the winning recipes from the World
Championship Chili Cookoff in Terlingua, Texas.