The History of Ketchup

How did ketchup evolve from an ancient Chinese fish sauce to America's favorite condiment? When did ketchup and fast food become synonymous with each other? Why did we ever think green ketchup was a good idea? On this episode of History of…, we lay out a timeline that will explain it all: from ketchup's surprising origins, to Heinz taking over in the United States, to whether or not you should put ketchup on a steak (just kidding, don't do that).

Have you ever wondered how ketchup became America's favorite condiment? Or why Four Loko was banned by the government? Or how roller coasters were invented? In History of… host Wil Fulton will take you through a rapid-fire crash course on some of humankind's greatest innovations in food, drink, and travel. Hey, if you can keep up, you actually might learn something!

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CREDITS:

Host/Written by
Wil Fulton

Senior Creative
Jake Rasmussen

Development Producer
Wil Fulton

Editor
Jake Rasmussen

Animator
Danna Windsor

Production Assistants
Sonia Colón

Production Coordinator
Myra Rivera

Senior Producers
Chas Truslow
Gabrielle Williott

Line Producer
Emily Tufaro

Director of Development
Leo Fernandez

Creative Director
Audra Pace

Head of Video
Jim D’Amico

Chief Content Officer
Meghan Kirsch


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[samrhythm]

Why do I feel like I learned everything and nothing at the same time

[myrnasmith]

A little history lesson, thanks! Didn't know White Castle was the first fast food restaurant 😊

[AverytheCubanAmerican]

This is the most interesting thing about ketchup I’ve ever seen

[jaxkhan]

Our first ketchup is Del Monte, we are Hongkonger.

[barrycurran]

Great video but turn the music down...

[MichaelRodriguez-ogwc]

I’m sorry, but Jimmy Buffet was NOT talking about Heinz ketchup. He was talking about Heinz 57, which is why he said “Heinz 57”….instead kf saying “Heinz ketchup”. It’s a completely different product. No, he wasnt just saying the brand he prefers. The brand isnt “Heinz 57”, it’s just “Heinz”. Heinz 57 is a Heinz product that is not Heinz Ketchup. Heinz 57 is fucking great on burgers. Jimmy Buffet knows how to live, so he knows about Heinz 57 and included it in his lyrics. All you had to do was not say something false…..

[jenosaki]

Ketchup is the best condiment...I STAND BY THAT STATEMENT!!!

[tosht]

I love videos like this but prefer you go back to *_Thrillist Investigates_* format and style. Infante would be cool as well, but...

[titus]

You should do an episode of The rise and fall of revision 3

[thecatfishchronicles]

Modern ketchup would really benefit from some fermented fish in it today. UMAMI BABY!

[mbgoren]

Dude why this video soooo fuking fast. nvm... great video

[danbyrne]

Great video. I want to see more of these!

[RMJ]

Back in those savage times of the cavemen, the total lack of copyright is quite disturbing!. You can't just go about stealing recipes. Savages! xD

[Cronogears]

Slow down... it doesn't need to be that fast.

[omacadams]

This is so great. And I don't even like ketchup that much.

[ladylaughsalot]

Had no idea that's where ketchup came from. LEARNING!

[swschilke]

The history of:
Podcasts
Space exploration
Frozen Pizza
Döner (Kebap Sandwich)
Jolt (the coke)
Why Americans crazy about cinnamon

[callofdutymobilesensei]

Wassup quarantine brothas👍👍👍cozy up 🤟 just found out gym is closed😖💪💪

[Nebby-vgkl]

Made a few gallons of mushroom ketchup with watermelon sized giant puffball mushrooms that grew in my yard last year.

[JareNijkamp]

I eat French's now since Heinz is manufactured in the states now. Canadian