Condiments like ketchup and mustard are oftentimes just as crucial as whatever they’re topping, but let’s be real: They can get messy. Squeezing them out of bottles can lead to drips and splats that get everywhere but their target. Luckily for all the mustard lovers out there, French’s has a smart feature in its yellow mustard bottles that foils messes — and I’m shocked I didn’t learn about it earlier!
If you look behind the cap on a French’s yellow mustard bottle, you’ll notice a handy little clasp that holds the lid in place. All you have to do is push the lid back, pop it into the clasp, and voilà — you have a mess-free squeeze in an instant!
When I first saw this hidden mess-free cap, I thought it was part of an upgraded bottle French’s must have debuted recently. You can imagine my surprise when I looked at French’s website and found out the “clean-cap technology” launched in 2002. How has this slipped under the radar (at least in my home) for more than two decades?! It’s not just yellow mustard, either — nearly every French’s mustard bottle has this smart feature, from Dijon to honey mustard.
This handy hack is great for those who love mustard but don’t want a messy cap getting in the way of a perfect squeeze. It also works well for kids when they’re adding mustard to their food themselves. No more worrying about the mustard-clad cap smearing all over the plate or the countertop; just snap the cap in place and watch the mustard arrive at its intended destination! Ketchup makers, if you’re reading this, the ball’s in your court.
This hidden feature is a small but mighty touch that can thwart messes in, quite literally, a snap. Keep your eyes peeled next time you grab a bottle! Your next hotdog, salad dressing, or sandwich will thank you.