J.R. Watkins started the Watkins business in 1868 with the Red Liniment he mixed up in his bathtub and put in a glass jar with a cork and took it arouind to sell in his horse and buggy.  It was such a hit with people he made a business along with other producs. Now the most popular selling items are Watkins Vanila, Black Pepper and Ground Cinnamon for over 100 years. I have been selling these aweoms products for 34 years!