International World Cup Visitors&x27; Newfound Obsession with the &x27;King of Condiments&x27; is Causing Issues for TSA Colson ThayerWed, June 17, 2026 at 6:36 PM UTC 0 L: A TSA officer; R: Condiments, including ranch dressingCredit: Getty (2) The TSA is reminding travelers about liquid restrictions as ranch dressing gains popularity among World Cup visitors Some Americans are advising tourists to pack ranch seasoning packets as an alternative to attempting to bring liquid ranch home in carryons Ranch dressing, America&x27;s bestselling salad dressing, was created in the 1950s at Steve Henson...
International World Cup Visitors' Newfound Obsession with the 'King of Condiments' is Causing Issues for TSA
Colson ThayerWed, June 17, 2026 at 6:36 PM UTC
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L: A TSA officer; R: Condiments, including ranch dressingCredit: Getty (2) -
The TSA is reminding travelers about liquid restrictions as ranch dressing gains popularity among World Cup visitors
Some Americans are advising tourists to pack ranch seasoning packets as an alternative to attempting to bring liquid ranch home in carry-ons
Ranch dressing, America's best-selling salad dressing, was created in the 1950s at Steve Henson's Hidden Valley Ranch in California
The TSA is taking its duty to protect travelers seriously amid a wave of international tourists visiting the country for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — even if it means cracking down on visitors attempting to bring home the "king of condiments."
The TSA has gone viral in recent days for a series of social media posts warning World Cup travelers about the agency's strict rules limiting the amount of liquids that can be stored in carry-on baggage. But the advice specifically targets those who've recently become obsessed with a certain American condiment: ranch dressing.
"Who knew dip-lomacy could be achieved through addressing the obvious: ranch is the king of condiments," the TSA wrote in the caption of a June 16 Instagram post. "The world is slowly discovering ranch pairs perfectly with pizza, chicken wings, fries, onion rings, quesadillas, crackers, chips, vegetables, and the list just keeps growing."
They add: "Are you kicking around the idea of flying home with your favorite dip? If you're traveling within the U.S., make sure to keep your carry-on sauces to 3.4oz or less and place any larger containers in your checked bags."
As visitors from all over the world flock to the U.S. to watch World Cup matches, many tourists are experiencing various elements of modern-day American culture for the first time. Online, travelers have raved about chains like Waffle House and Buc-ee's while also appreciating more commonly available amenities like AC and free refills. But it seems ranch has captured the attention — and became a newfound obsession —of thousands.
Tim Ream leads the United States team onto the field ahead of the 2026 World Cup on June 08, 2026 in Irvine, California.Credit: Jamie Squire/Getty
"Why did no one tell me ranch sauce is like crack? EUROPE WE NEED RANCH ASAP," a Swedish visitor named Elsa wrote in a June 8 X post that has received over 49,000 likes.
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In the TSA's comment section, some viewers suggested an alternative to bringing home the creamy and tangy condiment without having to worry about liquid restrictions.
"Tip: pick up the ranch seasoning packets (as many as your heart tells you to) and make fresh ranch back home!" one user wrote, referring to the pre-measured blends of dried herbs and spices that typically combine with mayo and buttermilk.
According to the , ranch is the best-selling salad dressing in America and has held that title since the end of the 20th century.
The condiment's history dates back to the 1950s when plumbing contractor Steve Henson opened the Hidden Valley dude ranch with his wife in California. Over the years, he perfected his herbs, spices, buttermilk and mayo concoction and began serving it to guests. After it became a hit, he started selling mail-order DIY dry mix packets to customers.
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His success grew and two decades later he sold the business, Hidden Valley Ranch, to the Clorox Company, which eventually bottled a shelf-stable liquid version. Soon after, competitors like Ken's, Kraft Foods and Wish-Bone followed suit.
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Published: June 17, 2026 at 03:27PM on Source: PRIME TIME
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