About Us and FAQs
Hello, and welcome to the Davis Mountains Nut Company!
If you're looking for real Texas pecans, whether candied and flavored, raw or roasted...search no more! We have the best! We realize lots of folks say that sort of thing, but, according to our customers, we have the best-tasting pecans on the planet.
There are several reasons why our product is unique in the marketplace. We start by using only fresh Texas pecans! Our supplier is from San Saba, Texas, rightly known as the Pecan Capital of the World. Our pecans are shelled and then shipped to us by the pallet. We painstakingly hand pick our pecans, removing the dreaded “bitters," and then dry roast or marinate the nuts that pass our inspection process. Finally, we coat them one small batch at a time.
If you like variety, we have 12 different flavors to choose from:
- Vanilla Almond
- Chocolate Fudge
- Cinnamon Toast
- Hot and Spicy
- Sweet and Spicy
- Mocha Madness
- Orange Twang
- Key Lime
- Praline Pecans
- Roasted and Salted
- Jalapeño Salt
- Cinnamon Glaze
We're a proud founding member of the Texas Dept. of Agriculture’s GO TEXAN program, and we've been selected as a finalist in H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best competition.
From time to time we'll send out information about being at a show or a special we are running. If you'd like to know more, please sign up for our email list or like us on Facebook. We would love to hear from you.
Seek out the GO TEXAN logo to make sure you always get the best of Texas. To learn more about the GO TEXAN program and to find GO TEXAN members, visit www.gotexan.org.
Interested in being a wholesaler or distributor? Contact us at (800) 895-2101. We'll be happy to discuss details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do your pecans come from?
We source our gourmet pecans from San Saba, Texas, the Pecan Capital of the World.
Where are you located?
We’re headquartered at 610 State Street in Fort Davis, Texas. Whether you’re visiting Big Bend or have lived here for generations, drop by and see us!
What are your hours?
Our brick-and-mortar store is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 to 5:00. You can also place an order on our website anytime.
Are your pecans gluten free?
Yes! All of our pecans — including the flavored ones — are naturally gluten free. If you have celiac disease, you can snack with confidence.
Are your pecans dairy free?
All of our plain roasted pecans are dairy free. Many of our flavored pecans are deliciously dairy free, too, including Salted Jalapeño, Praline, Cinnamon Glaze, and Hot-N-Spicy.
Are pecans tree nuts?
Yes, pecans are tree nuts. They’re one of the four tree nuts native to the Americas, with the others being pine nuts, black walnuts, and acorns.
Are pecans low FODMAP?
Yes. If you’re following a low FODMAP diet, pecans are a great choice!
Are pecans keto?
They sure are! Pecans are high in healthy fats and low in carbohydrates, so they fit right into a ketogenic diet.
Can pecans lower cholesterol?
Yes, research shows that eating pecans can lower your cholesterol. They’re a great source of fiber and heart-healthy fats.
Can dogs eat pecans?
No, pecans are toxic to dogs. If you want to give your four-legged friend a crunchy treat, small quantities of unsalted peanuts or cashews are a safer bet.
Can pecans go bad?
Like any other food, pecans should be stored properly so they stay fresh. While it likely won’t hurt you to eat a handful of old pecans, they might taste stale. Enjoy roasted pecans within a month of purchase for maximum flavor. Pecans also keep well in the freezer for up to two years!
Can pecans be refrozen?
Yes. You can thaw and refreeze pecans without any loss in quality.
How many calories are in pecans?
Good question! A one-fourth-cup serving of pecans, equivalent to roughly 20 pecan halves, has around 200 calories.
How are pecans harvested?
During the fall harvest season, workers use tree-shaking machines to — you guessed it — give the pecan trees a good shake. This makes the nuts fall to the ground, where they can be picked up. Farmers typically use rolling pickers, pecan pickers, or machines to gather the fallen pecans.