Celebrate the Fourth of July With American-made Products
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In celebration of Independence Day, we've gathered a list of our favorite commercial kitchen equipment and supplies that are made, designed, and/or assembled in the United States. Not only are many of these items staples in the kitchen, but they also serve as an example of fine American craftsmanship and artistry. Whether you're serving fresh coffee and warm scones in a local cafe or blending up bulk smoothies for a national chain, these products make it easy for your business to keep up with the competition and support American ingenuity at the same time.
From the refrigerator that has been keeping your soda cold since the 1940s to the mixer synonymous with baking, we present you with the finest in American-made kitchen gadgets and equipment.
1. KitchenAid Stand Mixers
Did you know KitchenAid stand mixers are available in more than 50 colors? What about the fact that KitchenAid is the only company in the United States that exclusively makes products for the kitchen? KitchenAid blenders and stand mixers are made in the KitchenAid assembly factory in Greenville, Ohio.1 Mix things up this Fourth of July with the company that has been innovating in your kitchen since 1919.
2. BUNN Coffee Makers
Whether it was at home or your favorite coffee shop, you've probably enjoyed a fresh cup of joe from one of these BUNN coffee makers. All BUNN products are designed and/or assembled right here in the USA.2 Check out the coffee maker that's been getting folks through groggy mornings since the introduction of the world's first automatic drip-brew coffee maker in 1963.
3. Epicurean
As you celebrate this Independence Day, celebrate with the next generation in mind. Browse these eco-friendly, recycled products by Epicurean and explore the ingenuity of this entirely made-in-America brand. Not only are all Epicurean cutting boards made in Duluth, Minn.,3 but they're also knife friendly, NSF certified, heat resistant, and FSC certified, which means they are crafted with materials certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.
4. John Boos & Co.
With more than 125 years of experience in crafting the perfect butcher block, John Boos & Co. has become a staple in many professional and home kitchens. Since its early years in Effingham, Ill., when founder Conrad Boos harvested a sycamore from the local woods to today, the company’s butcherblock has been made of American hardwoods and dried on location in that same town.4 The company's continued emphasis has been on producing the highest-quality John Boos butcher block tables, cutting boards and chopping blocks, and butcher block carts for the hardest-working kitchens.
5. Libbey Glass
Libbey Glass is likely the company you'll turn to when pouring a pint of your favorite beverage this Independence Day. If not, be sure to browse their vast selection of Libbey drinking glasses, presentation pieces, accent glassware, and much more. With a history dating back to 1888, Libbey has had a few years to create just the right glassware for every occasion. Check out the wide range of collections and styles produced at the Libbey Glass Factory Outlet in Toledo, Ohio.5
6. Lodge Cast Iron
Tennessee is home not only to the legendary Davy Crockett but also to Lodge Manufacturing. Established in 1896, Lodge Cast Iron products have been keeping commercial foodservice professionals, avid campers, and home chefs cooking for generations. The beauty of Lodge is the promise of an heirloom for many campfires and cobblers to come. These sturdy cast iron skillets have been manufactured in South Pittsburg, Tenn., for over 120 years.6
Note: Unlike the rest of the company's traditional cast iron products, Lodge enameled dutch ovens may be manufactured outside the U.S.A.
7. Primo
A Greek man meets an American woman, and a ceramic grill line is born. OK, there's a bit more to that story, but the end result is what we're really focused on here. If amazing flavor and unrivaled consistency are what you want when grilling out, Primo grills are the products for you. Headquartered out of Belleville, Ill., and manufactured in Poplar Bluff, Mo., these American-made products are just the thing you need to host the ultimate backyard BBQ.7
8. Vitamix
Mix things up this summer with American-made Vitamix blenders. Whether it’s a Vitamix commercial blender behind the bar or a Vitamix residential blender in your home kitchen, Vitamix combines more than 70 years of engineering excellence with a passion for making healthy eating accessible. Every Vitamix model is built and tested at the Vitamix plant in Cleveland, Ohio.8 Blend up a celebratory frozen drink or refresh your body with a nutrient-rich, blended fruit drink with the reliability of Vitamix.
9. Waring Commercial
Waring is the brand not only for commercial chefs, but also for the foodie or culinary enthusiast who dreams of professional-grade equipment and supplies for their very own home kitchen. Designed to be used by amateur chefs and experienced culinary aficionados alike, Waring blenders, drink mixers, panini presses, deep fryers, and other equipment offers a solution for every cooking need. Surprise your guests this Independence Day with these American-made9 tools for culinary excellence.
At the time of publication, each company represented on this list designed, assembled, and/or manufactured products within the United States. Wherever possible, specific American-made products/models from each manufacturer have been identified.
To verify an item you're purchasing is designed, built, and/or assembled in America, be sure to check the details on the product page and consult the item's spec sheet. For more information, contact a KaTom sales associate by phone, chat, or email, or visit the Chef Supplies store in Kodak, Tenn.
References
- Are KitchenAid Mixers Made in the USA?. All American Reviews. Accessed October 2021.
- About BUNN. BUNN. Accessed October 2021.
- About Epicurean. Epicurean. Accessed October 2021.
- What "Made in America" Means to Housewares Manufacturers. Gourmet Business Online Magazine via John Boos. Accessed October 2021.
- Libbey Glass Toledo Ohio. Toledo. Accessed October 2021.
- About Lodge Cast Iron. Lodge Cast Iron. Accessed October 2021.
- The Primo Story. Primo Ceramic Grills. Accessed October 2021.
- Vitamix has been making blenders in Cleveland for a century. Here’s its strategy for the decades ahead. Cleveland.com. Accessed September 2023.
- Waring Commercial Products Proudly Made In the USA. Waring Commercial. Accessed October 2021.