Old Bay Tin Returns to Store Shelves — and Alexandria and the DMV Are Here for It

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The legendary Old Bay metal tin — that bright yellow relic of crab feasts, backyard cookouts, and every Chesapeake kitchen drawer — is officially making its comeback.

McCormick confirmed that after years of stocking only the modern plastic canister, the beloved tin is returning due to overwhelming public demand. And for many in the Mid-Atlantic, this isn’t just product news — it’s a cultural moment.

A Little History Behind the Tin

Old Bay’s story began in 1939, when German immigrant Gustav Brunn created the now-iconic spice blend in Baltimore. From day one, Old Bay was packed in a metal tin, and that design quickly became as famous as the seasoning itself.

“The Old Bay tin has been part

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