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You won’t find them on billboards, or buses, or on digital ads, but you’ll find them on almost every steamed crab along the East Coast.
Despite celebrating 80 years of business in 2025, J.O. Spice has been one of the best kept secrets of Baltimore County. They’ve provided the taste of the Chesapeake Bay while sustaining a relatively low profile.
The company employs a small full-time staff of about 20 people at its Halethorpe warehouse in order to keep the operation running smoothly. The hard-working tradition and the blue-collar values of the company’s family and close friends are reflected in its finished products. Care and consistency are blended to give off that distinct aroma you’ve enjoyed for so long.
From the first Maryland Blue Crab you ever cracked, and every one in between, it’s more than likely J.O. No. 2 Seasoning that you’ve tasted with every bite. The biggest difference in their seasoning compared to other brands is the large, granulated salt which enhances the flavor and adheres to the crab in the steaming process, making it a widely popular choice among most crab houses and crab trucks in Baltimore County and beyond.
