Ba-Tampte Pickle Products

What Ba-Tampte Pickle Products does

Ba-Tampte Pickle Products is a family-owned producer of refrigerated New York-style pickles and complementary condiments, founded in 1955 by Meyer Silberstein and now operating as a brand within the E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc. family of brands. The company's core technology is a traditional old-world saltwater brine fermentation process, producing naturally fermented pickles (Half Sour, Garlic Dill, Deli Halves/Wholes/Spears, and Bread & Butter Chips) alongside pickled specialties (peppers, tomatoes), sauerkraut products, and deli-style condiments (mustard, horseradish). Production occurs at E.W. Grobbel's manufacturing facility in Detroit, MI, where a recently installed state-of-the-art automated packing machine has increased capacity while hand-finishing is retained for quality control.

The company serves retail grocery consumers across the United States through a broad distribution network that includes major national and regional grocery chains such as Stop & Shop, ShopRite, Wegmans, Publix, Giant, and ACME, as well as kosher and specialty retailers (Grove Kosher, Glicks Kosher Market, Kosher Central) and independent grocers served via Allegiance Retail Services. Products are sold as unit-priced consumer packaged goods in the refrigerated section of supermarkets. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer at retail with consumer inquiries handled via phone and email, and wholesale inquiries supported through a contact form. Digital presence consists of an official website with product catalog, where-to-buy locator, and email signup.

The business model is a traditional consumer packaged goods revenue model: one-time unit sales of branded shelf-stable and refrigerated products through grocery retail channels. Ba-Tampte's competitive position rests on its heritage brand, time-tested recipes unchanged for decades, niche positioning as one of the few remaining New York-style refrigerated pickle packers, and broad distribution reach across multiple regional grocery markets and the kosher specialty segment.

Name

Ba-Tampte Pickle Products

Legal name

E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc.

Website

https://batamptepickle.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Ba-Tampte Pickle Products is a family-owned brand, founded in 1955 and now part of E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc., that produces naturally fermented New York-style refrigerated pickles, pickled specialties, sauerkraut, and condiments distributed through major national and regional U.S. grocery retailers and specialty food stores.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Refrigerated Pickled Foods

SIC

Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030), Canned, Fruits, Veg, Preserves, Jams & Jellies (2033), Food And Kindred Products (2000)

akta.pro primary industry

Fermented & Pickled Fruit & Vegetable Products (Pickles, Kimchi, Sauerkraut) (AFAKAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pickled & Fermented Foods Manufacturing (AFAKACAI), Specialty Condiments, Sauces & Pickles Wholesale (AFAIAIAJ)

Keywords

• Refrigerated pickles
• Pickled specialty foods
• Sauerkraut products
• Deli condiments
• Naturally fermented pickles

Headquarters

HQ city

Brooklyn

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Consumer Packaged Goods Sales: Ba-Tampte generates revenue through the sale of refrigerated pickles, pickled specialties, sauerkraut, and condiments to retail consumers via grocery store chains and independent retailers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels15 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Ba-Tampte Pickle Products manufactures and distributes a portfolio of New York style refrigerated pickles, pickled specialty items, sauerkraut, and condiments sold under the Ba-Tampte brand through grocery retailers across the United States. Products are naturally fermented in saltwater brine using old-world traditions and are hand-packed with modern automation assistance in the company's own facilities.

Product overview

Ba-Tampte Pickle Products is a family-owned food company founded in 1955 that produces refrigerated New York style pickles and condiments. The product portfolio consists of four main categories: (1) Pickles including Half Sour, Garlic Dill, Deli Halves, Deli Wholes, Deli Spears, and Bread & Butter Sweet Pickle Chips — all naturally fermented in saltwater brine; (2) Pickled Specialties including Sweet Wonder Peppers, Hot Cherry Peppers, and Pickled Tomatoes; (3) Sauerkraut products including traditional Kosher Sauerkraut and the milder New Kraut; and (4) Condiments including Delicatessen Style Mustard, Prepared Horseradish, and Horseradish & Beets. All products use high-quality ingredients and premium spices, with most pickle products found in the refrigerated section of supermarkets. The company operates as part of the EW Grobbel family of brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Half Sour Pickles New York style half sour pickles cured in a light saltwater brine with a sweet, sour, and salty flavor; naturally fermented with fresh garlic.
• Garlic Dill Pickles Kosher dill pickles with a distinctive flavor balancing fresh dill and garlic; salty, sour, and crunchy treat.
• Deli Halves Kosher Dill Pickles Deli-style kosher dill pickles cut in half for smaller servings; made with fresh cucumbers, dill, and spices using traditional pickling process.
• Deli Wholes Kosher Dill Pickles Famous deli-style whole pickles made with fresh cucumbers, dill, and spices offering a tangy crunch.
• Deli Spears Kosher Dill Pickles Deli-style kosher dill pickles cut lengthwise in spears, suited for atop hot dogs or as a versatile side.
• Bread & Butter Sweet Pickle Chips Sweet, tangy, and crunchy pickle chips made from fresh cucumbers with a blend of spices.
• Sweet Wonder Peppers Mild, sweet heirloom peppers with bright red color; packed with antioxidants and vitamins C and A.
• Hot Cherry Peppers Vibrantly red, freshly picked hot cherry peppers with distinctive flavor adding the right amount of heat.
• Pickled Tomatoes Garden fresh plum or round tomatoes brined and fermented using the same deli-style pickle process; retains crisp texture.
• Kosher Sauerkraut Traditional tart, full-flavor, crunchy sauerkraut made from farm-fresh white cabbage; fermented with salt and spices; packed with vitamins K and C.
• New Kraut Quick-fermented sauerkraut that is sweeter and milder than traditional Kosher Sauerkraut; crunchier with a broad flavor profile.
• Delicatessen Style Mustard Flavorful deli-style mustard made with mustard seeds and warming spices; pairs well with pastrami, corned beef, and sausages.
• Prepared Horseradish Prepared horseradish made from garden-fresh horseradish root; rich in antioxidants; great pairing for red meat, sandwiches, and burgers.
• Horseradish & Beets Milder and sweeter condiment combining beets and horseradish; adds vibrant color and tangy flavor with a touch of sweet.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc.coreOthersBa-Tampte is a proud part of the EW Grobbel family of brands. E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc. is a major pickle and specialty food manufacturer based in Detroit, MI. The company owns multiple brands including Ba-Tampte, Sy Ginsberg's Meat & Deli, Topor's Pickle Company, and United Meat and Deli. Parent company contact: [email protected], (313) 567-8000.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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