The success of this praline company comes from the insistence of the owner from the start to do what is only now becoming fashionable -- to use only the highest quality, USA grown and processed ingredients (only the Madagascar vanilla beans and Belgian chocolate aren't grown here, and even the vanilla is processed here) and to keep everything unnecessary out. Hence, Aunt Aggie De's Pralines are all natural and without added preservatives. They are even naturally gluten-free! Primarily by word of mouth, Aunt Aggie De's has grown nationwide sales to over 2 million pralines annually to high-end retailers, natural grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants. It's retail store in Sinton, Texas boasts Agnes the Squirrel, a precious 8 foot hat-wearing cutie who delights young and old alike.