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Posted on 05/21/2026 9:38:04 PM PDT by Red Badger
Mayonnaise is one of those pantry staples we can't seem to live without, whether we're slathering it on sandwiches or using it in deviled eggs. But with so many brands on the market—and just as many opinions about them—it begs the question: Is there truly a noticeable difference between mayo brands?
For many celebrity chefs and home cooks, the answer is a resounding "yes." In our blind taste test of eight store-bought mayo brands, four stood out: Hellmann's, Duke's, Kewpie, and Sir Kensington's. Among these, Hellmann's and Duke's emerged as favorites for home cooks.
When we asked five professional chefs about their preferred mayo, the response was unanimous. They all chose Duke's, calling it "luxuriously creamy, pleasantly tangy, and more or less bulletproof."
The preferences of celebrity chefs, however, aren't as unanimous.
The incomparable Julia Child favored Hellmann's, often using it to make a comforting tuna salad sandwich. Ina Garten splits her loyalty between Hellmann's and Duke's, praising both as "good quality store-bought brands."
Alton Brown opts for Duke's, citing its distinctive "zing." And while Stephen Colbert might not immediately come to mind as a celebrity chef, the "Late Show" host and his wife recently published "Does This Taste Funny? Recipes Our Family Loves." Turns out, Colbert is a Duke's man.
Martha Stewart's Mayo of Choice So, where does Martha Stewart stand? Does she side with Julia and Ina or with Alton and Stephen?
Like many chefs, Martha often makes mayonnaise from scratch. It's a straightforward process involving just a few common pantry staples and no cooking—simply whisk the ingredients together or emulsify them in a blender.
When she's not making her own, Martha aligns with Julia and Ina as a Hellmann's fan. In her (100th!) book, "Martha: The Cookbook," she lists Hellmann's as a pantry essential she always keeps on hand.
It seems Martha has spoken. If it's good enough for her, it might be time to reassess your mayo loyalties.
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I prefer Mayo made with olive oil
I’m not a mayo snob. I buy it by the gallon, because I always make the potato salad for church dinners. I buy Hellman’s Dukes, or Blue plate, whichever costs less. One brand I won’t use is Kraft; it’s gross.
Duke’s here.
Whichever one is on sale is my favorite.
Store brands usually suck. Aldi’s store brand ‘Bermans’ is okay.
Really like Hellman’s, it has ‘body’ and a tangy flavor.
Never tried Dukes, it’s way higher.
Blue Plate will do if Hellman’s isn’t available.
Hellman’s has a version...............
I haven’t had Blue Plate in years! I don’t think I’ve seen it in the Midwest, but maybe because I haven’t really looked. I usually go for Hellman’s first, but if Duke’s is on sale, I’ll buy that instead.
P.S. shouldn’t we be asleep by now? ;)
It’s not so much the vile taste, it’s the slimy texture of mayo I find offensive
Then try Hellman’s, it’s got body. Almost like jello............
You’re right!..........
Why not Best Foods brand? it’s the same mayo, different label. It’s sold as Helmans in the East, and Best Foods in the West.
I suppose there might be slight differences, to cater to regional tastes.
My wife won’t get it, but I prefer Miracle Whip.
Best Foods is the best.
Hellmans but out here in the west it’s called Best Foods.
I just realized, kinda funny, Hellmans and it makes the most delicious deviled eggs.
Duke’s for me.
“Like many chefs, Martha often makes mayonnaise from scratch”
…BS. That snotty old bag has her chef do it.
Growing up, my mother used Miracle Whip Sandwich Spread, but I’ve used Hellman’s Mayonnaise on sandwiches and in potato and macaroni salad for years.
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