The Sierra family from Mérida, Yucatán founded Mérida in 1963, dedicated to producing achiote. Don Manuel Sierra started the business with the goal of offering the finest achiote in the region, using traditional recipes. His commitment to quality quickly earned the loyalty of local consumers.
Over time, the company grew under the second generation, who modernized certain processes without losing the product’s authenticity, expanding distribution nationwide. The third generation introduced Mérida to international markets, diversifying its offerings and positioning Yucatecan achiote abroad.
Today, the fourth generation of the Sierra family continues to lead Mérida. With a balance of respect for tradition and innovation, they have adopted sustainable and technological practices to improve production and distribution. The company remains family-owned, ensuring that each product maintains its original quality and authenticity.
For more than six decades, Mérida has been a pillar of the local economy and a symbol of Yucatecan tradition — bringing the flavor of achiote to the world and keeping alive a culinary heritage that enriches Yucatán’s culture.
The Sierra family from Mérida, Yucatán founded Mérida in 1963, dedicated to producing achiote. Don Manuel Sierra started the business with the goal of offering the finest achiote in the region, using traditional recipes. His commitment to quality quickly earned the loyalty of
local consumers.
Over time, the company grew under the second generation, who modernized certain processes without losing the product’s authenticity, expanding distribution nationwide. The third generation introduced Mérida to international markets, diversifying its offerings and positioning Yucatecan
achiote abroad.
Today, the fourth generation of the Sierra family continues to lead Mérida. With a balance of respect for tradition and innovation, they have adopted sustainable and technological practices to improve production and distribution. The company remains family-owned, ensuring that each product maintains its original quality and authenticity.
For more than six decades, Mérida has been a pillar of the local economy and a symbol of Yucatecan tradition — bringing the flavor of achiote to the world and keeping alive a culinary heritage that enriches Yucatán’s culture.
The Sierra family from Mérida, Yucatán founded Mérida in 1963, dedicated to producing achiote. Don Manuel Sierra started the business with the goal of offering the finest achiote in the region, using traditional recipes. His commitment to quality quickly earned the loyalty of local consumers.
Over time, the company grew under the second generation, who modernized certain processes without losing the product’s authenticity, expanding distribution nationwide. The third generation introduced Mérida to international markets, diversifying its offerings and positioning Yucatecan achiote abroad.
Today, the fourth generation of the Sierra family continues to lead Mérida. With a balance of respect for tradition and innovation, they have adopted sustainable and technological practices to improve production and distribution. The company remains family-owned, ensuring that each product maintains its original quality and authenticity.
For more than six decades, Mérida has been a pillar of the local economy and a symbol of Yucatecan tradition — bringing the flavor of achiote to the world and keeping alive a culinary heritage that enriches Yucatán’s culture.
