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El Mexicano® Drinkable Yogurts Achieve Remarkable Success at World Dairy Expo 2026

Marquez Brothers International, Inc. (MBI), a family-owned business known for its authentic Mexican and Latino food products, is thrilled to announce a remarkable achievement at the World Dairy Expo 2026. Their brands, El Mexicano® and YoGusto®, have garnered a total of 11 awards at the Dairy Product Contest, including two first-place accolades for El Mexicano® drinkable yogurts. This recognition strengthens the company’s commitment to offering genuine flavor and award-winning quality across its expanding range of dairy products.

One of the standout products, the El Mexicano® Mango Drinkable Yogurt, clinched the first prize in the category for tropical-flavored drinkable yogurts, impressively scoring 99.70 overall. Moreover, the El Mexicano® Strawberry Drinkable Yogurt was awarded first place in the open category, achieving a commendable score of 98.90. These accolades highlight the strength and variety of the El Mexicano® product line, spotlighting distinctively tropical flavors like mango, coconut, and mamey, alongside perennial favorites such as strawberry and strawberry-banana.

In addition to the accolades received by El Mexicano®, YoGusto® was also recognized for its appealing tropical flavors. The Low Fat Guanabana Drinkable Yogurt secured second place, while the Low Fat Guava Drinkable Yogurt took home a third place in the open yogurt category. These honors further showcase the vibrant growth of Marquez Brothers’ drinkable yogurt offerings across both brands.

Beyond their yogurt products, El Mexicano® has also excelled in several traditional cheese categories, securing awards for Requesón, Queso Panela, Queso Fresco Cremoso, and Queso Cotija. The full award listing from Marquez Brothers International Inc. includes:

• - El Mexicano® Mango Drinkable Yogurt – 1st place in Tropical Flavored Yogurts – Score 99.70
• - El Mexicano® Coconut Drinkable Yogurt – 2nd place in Tropical Flavored Yogurts
• - El Mexicano® Mamey Drinkable Yogurt – 3rd place in Tropical Flavored Yogurts
• - El Mexicano® Strawberry Drinkable Yogurt – 1st place in Open Yogurts – Score 98.90
• - El Mexicano® Strawberry Banana Drinkable Yogurt – 2nd place in Open Yogurts
• - YoGusto® Low Fat Guanabana Drinkable Yogurt – 2nd place in Open Yogurts
• - YoGusto® Low Fat Guava Drinkable Yogurt – 3rd place in Open Yogurts
• - El Mexicano® Requesón – 3rd place in Ricotta category
• - El Mexicano® Queso Panela – 2nd place in Latin American Cheeses
• - El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Cremoso – 3rd place in Latin American Cheeses
• - El Mexicano® Queso Cotija – 2nd place in Hard Grated Latin American Cheeses.

Gustavo Márquez Jr., the CEO of Marquez Brothers International, remarked, "We are incredibly proud that both El Mexicano® and YoGusto® have been recognized as some of the best dairy products in the industry. These awards are a testament to the dedication of our entire team and the quality standards that have guided our family for 45 years."

He added, "From the authentic cheeses that our consumers have relied on for generations to our growing range of drinkable yogurts, we remain committed to creating products that deliver exceptional quality, taste, and authenticity." This recognition in 2026 marks a historic year for Marquez Brothers and El Mexicano®, who proudly celebrate 45 years of bringing authentic Mexican flavors to families across the United States and beyond. These recent accolades reinforce what has been the essence of Marquez Brothers for four decades—a dedication to authentic taste, uncompromising quality, and products that bring cherished traditions to tables across America.

About Marquez Brothers International, Inc.

Founded in 1981 in San Jose, California, Marquez Brothers International, Inc. is a family-owned food company dedicated to producing and distributing high-quality authentic Mexican and Latino food products. Their portfolio includes El Mexicano®, YoGusto®, and other trusted brands in the dairy, meat, beverage, and specialty food categories. For 45 years, the company has remained committed to quality, craftsmanship, family values, and the authentic flavors and traditions that bring people together. To learn more about the company and its brands, visit www.marquezbrothers.com.