When did Mesquite become popular?!

Question: Mesquite is a terrific flavoring for steak on the grill, pork chops on the grill, etc. I don't remember eating it until this summer.
When did it become popular?

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Answers: Mesquite is a terrific flavoring for steak on the grill, pork chops on the grill, etc. I don't remember eating it until this summer.
When did it become popular?

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I started buying Mesquite seasoning about 11 years ago. I had it first at a restaurant called Tumbleweed

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