Walter's Mustard: What's In It and How to Use It
Ask any Walter's regular what makes the hot dog, and most of them will tell you it's the mustard. The house mustard sauce has been part of the Walter's recipe since 1919, and it's trademarked for a reason. Here's what's in it, how to use it at home, and where to buy a jar.
What is Walter's mustard?
Walter's mustard is a house blend of mustard seeds, relish, and spices. It's not a standard yellow mustard, and it's not a spicy brown mustard either. It sits somewhere between the two, with real texture from the seeds and relish, and a mild heat from the spice blend. The exact recipe is proprietary and hasn't changed in over 100 years.
What makes Walter's mustard different from regular mustard?
Three things. The texture, first: standard mustards are smooth, while Walter's has visible seeds and relish throughout, which adds crunch and body to whatever you put it on. The flavor balance, second: the relish adds a touch of sweetness that offsets the mustard sharpness, so it's not sweet but it's not harsh either. And the use case, third: Walter's mustard was designed to go with a grilled, buttered hot dog on a buttered bun, so the relish and seeds hold up against the richness of the grill in a way thinner mustards don't.
How do you use Walter's mustard at home?
Hot dogs are the obvious use, but regulars use it on a lot more than that:
On a soft pretzel
In a ham or turkey sandwich
As a glaze for grilled chicken or pork
Stirred into potato salad
On a bratwurst or Italian sausage
With pigs in a blanket
On a burger instead of regular mustard
As a dip for cheese or charcuterie
In a vinaigrette for a heartier salad
The texture makes it work in places where a thin yellow mustard would get lost.
Does Walter's mustard need to be refrigerated?
Yes. Store it in the refrigerator after opening. Unopened jars keep in the pantry.
How much does a jar of Walter's mustard cost?
A 9 oz jar of Walter's Mustard is $5.50 on the Walter's online store. Both the Mamaroneck and White Plains locations carry it, and most Goldbelly kits include a complimentary jar.
Can I ship Walter's mustard as a gift?
Yes. Mustard jars ship through the online store and are a solid add-on to any Walter's gift. For holiday orders, mustard ships faster than hot dogs or ornaments, so it's a good last-minute addition.
Where can I buy Walter's mustard?
The mustard is available in person at the Mamaroneck or White Plains locations, through the Walter's online store, or as part of a Goldbelly gift kit (most kits include a complimentary jar).
Grab a jar for the holidays
Stop by Mamaroneck or White Plains to pick up a jar, or order online to ship Walter's mustard anywhere in the country.