Here's The Brand Of Ketchup McDonald's Uses

McDonald's ketchup has a

semi-sweet, acidic flavor that somehow tastes different than anything on store shelves. That's because it doesn't source its ketchup from another company.

The restaurant makes its own version of "Fancy" ketchup. "Fancy" is a certification the U.S. Department of Agriculture gives to ketchup that uses high-quality ingredients.

McDonald’s fancy ketchup is made from at least 1/3 tomato solids, which helps give it its rich color, texture, and flavor. It qualifies as Grade A ketchup.

McDonald's once served Heinz ketchup, but their partnership largely ended in 1973, when Heinz chose

its glass-bottle business over McDonald's during a tomato shortage.