As some of you know, Sweat ‘N Spice Hot Sauces features a Hot Sauce of the Month Club. Following the Christmas season, the number of club members has nearly grown by 5x! In the past, the Sweat ‘N Spice staff has picked 1 sauce to feature each month and we’ve ordered just a few extra cases. Now, with the huge increase in members we have to order 15-20 cases of the sauce of the month.
Realizing that an order of this size is hard for some small manufacturers to supply but also realizing that an order of this size can really help spread the word about a lesser known sauce – we’ve decided to leave the sauce of the month nominations up to the HSB readers from now on. Early each month we will start the nominations for the following month.
Guidelines:
– The sauce must not have already been a Hot Sauce of the Month featured sauce (within 12 months)
– We try to emphasize flavor over fire
– The chosen manufacturer must be able to supply 10 or more cases
– Does not have to be a sauce already carried on SNS (we’ll add it to our product line)
– The chosen sauce does not have to be a “hot sauce” but must be able to be used in hot sauce like applications
– The retail price of the bottle cannot be more then $10
Previous Hot Sauces of the Month
(in alphabetical order)
– Big Dawg Habanero Lime Hot Sauce
– Cackalacky Spice Sauce
– Cry Baby Hot Sauce
– Fatalii Fire Hot Sauce
– Frostbite Hot Sauce
– Green Bandit Basil Serrano Hot Sauce
– Harry’s Habanero Hot Sauce – Winner: May
– Jackson’s Death in the Desert Habanero Hot Sauce – Winner: April
– Kiss of Fire Hot Sauce
– Krakatoa Hot Sauce
– Loco Luna Lava EXTREME Hot Sauce
– Make Me Moan Mango Hot Sauce
– Mild to Wild Fiery Hot Habanero Sauce – Winner: June
– Tabanero Hot Sauce
– Talon Hot Sauce
– Toxic Tonic Hot Sauce
– Uncle Brutha’s No. 9 – Winner: July
– Well, Smack My Ass and Call Me Santa
How to Nominate:
Simply leave a comment with the sauce you’ve chosen to nominate for the Sauce of the Month and explain why. Only 2 nominations per person and you can nominate a sauce that’s already been nominated by another reader. Manufacturers, you can nominate yourself as well.
The sauce of the month will be chosen 1 week after nominations begin and those readers that have nominated the chosen sauce will get 1 free case (unless you’re the manufacturer of course). And each Hot Sauce of the Month will be discounted for all HSB readers for that month.
So what sauce would you like to nominate?
70 responses to “HSB Readers: Nominate the Sauce of the Month – August”
Droolin’ Devil Garlic Chilli Sauce! This stuff is amazing!
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I agree – one of the best sauces ever!
Morning guys,I’ll say it again…Blues HabaneroReserve…I created a lot of dishes with it…along with other Chefs..I made a Linguini Cozze (mussels)..that would nock your socks off with the flavor that came out
I’ll second the Blues Reserve even though I’m not normally a habanero sauce fan.
once again i will recommend Danny Cash Radical Heat. i will also say again that it has been far too long that a DC sauce hasn’t won. come on guys.
I nominate Defcon 1 and Danny Cash’s Naga Sabi Bomb. Both are two of my alltime favorites already.
Csigi Chili Sauce- Salubrious Savina!
Yikes! I recommend Lars also 🙂
I nominate Fat Kid Sauces Hot!
Had a bunch last night on my Pizza boats. Yummy!
I like to nominate Blair`s Salsa De La Muerte.
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can you nominate yourself? 🙂
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Yep!
“Manufacturers, you can nominate yourself as well.”
Sorry about that Answer…
The general is a little slow
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Well then I second that!!!!! – LOL
I nominate Pepperhead’s Caribbean XX Hot Sauce and THT’s Garlic Hot Sauce.
Scorpian Bay De Arbol Hot Sauce.
I gotta nominate a sauce made by a fellow Canuck. Ebesse Zozo – Hot. Edmond is a real cool guy, and he makes a real unique sauce. It’s all natural, rich, earthy with hints of curry and it is HOT!
i’d like to put the name “scoville units orange habanero” into the hat and/or ring. lots of heat + tons of flavor = chunky “heatness” (our marketing team made this word up, kinda like steven colbert makes up words) at its finest. we are now sold in three states and 2 countries plus ebaying all over the usa.
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I gotta agree with Denzel, Ebesse Zozo is hot as hell and tastes great.
A most excellent Canadian product eh??
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That man cracked me up in NM. He was giving samples of some vodka and extract concoction and it ROCKED my body just like he said it would LOL
I don’t see a mustard up there. I think that would be a good addition 🙂 I nominate Danny Cash’s Habanero Garlic Mustard!
Next I would say Danny’s Bottled up Anger! mmmmm
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Aaron, that stuffed almost killed me. Wasn’t expecting the full body effect that i got.
The “Full body effect” huh 😯
Gotta throw my Blue’s Habanero Reserve back in. Since it’s new, many, have not tried it. For those who have, thanks for the great comments, including the HSB review.
FKS get’s my vote
Well I can have 2 nominations…ya know Blues Hab Reserve is my #1
Guess I’ll nominate FKS HOT…never tried it but hear its great…..lol..lol..lol….hahahahahahahah
Fatalii Fire is my recommendation I enjoy this different type of heat. I like the intense peppery heat.
Hands down Zack & Zane’s Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce! Full flavor and perfect heat… for those who haven’t experienced it… http://www.zandzhoneyco.com
Their other products are amazing too… honey mustard, cream cheese honey chipotle spread, etc.
Zane and Zack’s World Famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce is the greatest hot sauce on the planet. Not only does it taste great by itself but also tastes great on anything from eggs to hamburgers.
You have got to try Zane and Zack’s World famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce. This hot sauce should have already been the hot sauce of the month.
Once again, Zane and Zack’s World Famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce
You have got to try Zane and Zack’s World Famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce.
Zane and Zack’s World Famous Honey Co….Honey-Chipotle Gourmet Sauce is fantastic!! If you haven’t tried it…it’s a must. It gets my vote!!
I’d like to nominate Zane & Zack’s World Famous Honey Co. Honey-Chipotle Gourmet Sauce for sauce of the month.
I nominate Zane and Zack’s World Famous Honey-Chipotle Sauce. You have got to try this unique sauce — It is truly out of this world! A real kick with a sweet smack of honey. Its uses are endless!
I nominate Zane & Zack’s World Famous Honey Co. Their Honey-Chipotle Gourmet Sauce is good on all types of meats.
Zane and Zack Honey Chipolte Sauce –
“Wow – Honey with a kick” or “A kick with a sweetnees” either way you look at it it’s the best.
Zane and Zack’s World Famous Honey-Chipotle Sauce rocks! A winner in any meal 🙂
Zan & Zacks Honey Chipotle Gourmet Sauce is rockin!
Well…. I can tell you one sauce that i’ll never try…. want to guess -LOL
LOL They do have a lot of fans that surf the internet at the same time.
Now if they would come to JJ’s and buy that would be good…LOL
Zack & Zane’s World Famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce – Definately one of my favorites!
With out a doubt, Zack and Zane’s Honey Chipotle Sauce-This is a family favoite and my family is HUGE. if you haven’t tried it, you are missing out!
Geeeeee…I didn’t know that Zack & Zanes had sooo many employees..
….hahahahhahahahah
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HEY DAWN HOW COME I DON’T HAVE THIS SAUCE AT JJ’s
Zack & Zane’s World Famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce – I really love anything hot & spicy, but this sauce is truly unique.
Zane and Zack’s World famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce. You’ve got to try this. I got a jar at a farmers market in Seattle and couldn’t believe how good it was. Whether as a chicken marinade or a combined with a cracker and cream cheese, It’s sweet at the start with a fine kick at the end. Try it!
(a) not a Zack & Zane’s World Famous Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce employee [grin]
(b) fabulous stuff – I’ve used it mixed with yogurt & cream cheese for a crudite dip; mixed with cream cheese alone and piped onto cucumber slices and celery; mixed with mayo as THE BEST artichoke dip EVER; and more.
Across July 4 celebrations, BBQs, potlucks, weekends with the gal pals on Lake Sutherland – it has been the center of the winning dish every time. I LOVE this stuff.
Zack and Zane’s Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce is “ONO” as we say in Hawaii. It means it tastes great! I have tasted many sauces and many here in Hawaii, but Zack & Zane’s has the right amount of heat as well as sweet! I have used it in many recipes and it pretty much compliments any meat and great on grilled veggies. Two thumbs up! ALOHA!
If you guys want Z & Z’z sauce to be recognized, then how about some free samples to the board so we can give you some legitimate votes. Your votes won’t count, it doesn’t work like that. See last month.
Guess zack & Zanes must have hired more employees overnight
Ya Know zack&zanes has taken up all these post……28,29,30,31,32,33,34,35,36,37,38,39,43,44,47,48,49,50…..and the grand total individual post #’s is…( 22 )………something is very fishy in DENMARK.!!!!……………..
Hey, has anyone ever heard of “Zack and Zane’s Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce”? I’m wondering if it is any good!!
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Never saw it, but for some reason I think I’ve seen the name before somewhere? 😉
I am a member of the US Navy, and ordered Zane&Zacks Honey Chipotle Hot Sauce over the internet. Fast delivery, and well….the sauce is amazing!! I used it as a marinade for chicken and steak, sweet going down then the heat sneaks up on you, very nice.
Definitely one of the best out there. Sweet and spicey combos on its signature sauces will actually send u into another world of aroma and taste. And with a varitey to choose from u just can’t go wrong. If u don’t believe me just try some. This pick was an easy one, no contest. Don’t hate on the sauce.
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Tell me who I need to send what to. I sent in sauce for review, Nick sent me an email that he received it back in March. No giant payroll here, Family biz, Me my wife and kids. My wife sent out an email. Sorry, I guess I didn’t understand THE RULES. Good thing I didn’t post a sign at the Farmer’s Market where 7-10,000 people could have seen it. I didn’t vote for myself nor did my wife. Please accept my honest apology. P.S. if the name seems familiar it is probably from the Chile Pepper Hot Sauce issue.
There is a restaurant in downtown Milwaukee close to Usingers and the Spice House called the African Hut. A truly wonderful restaurant with a flair for the spicy hot African food. We visit every Christmas time and some times in the summer when we visit from MA. The owner are more than happy to kick up any of the dishes with his home made and hand made sauce using chiles he brings in from Africa. I would like to noninate the Fatalli fire (CaJohn’s) as the closest commercially available bottled sauce to the African Hut’s own hot sauce. The other sauce I would like to nominate that is like the African Hut’s sauce and comes in a close second to Fatali Fire is West African Voodoo Juice (Captain Thoms).
SALOMONMAIKI….it took 59 posts to get someone that spoke from the heart….you are allright my man in my book….where can i get West African Voodoo Juice.????…..
By the way if i pour it over a few pictures of people I don’T like…..will it work…lol…lol…only kidding Salomonmaiki
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I get this and most of my sauces at a local liquor store in Westboro, MA Julio’s liquors. They have a Burn Center department that does all things hot and spicy. The other sauces in my collection are from hot sauce specialty shops i visit during my travels. as well as some online purchases such as my limited edition collectibles. The cool thing about this voodoo sauce is that it comes with its own voodoo doll complete with pins. Then you don’t really need to waste any by pouring on pictures. Just use the doll.
Kicking it up a day at a time….
I’ll vouch for Julio’s, they have a great little hot section within the liquor store. We did an event there this past winter, good people and a lot of fun.
Salmonmaki…sorry i missed spelled your name…i’ll take it from here thanks……its own doll huh have to get my slide ruler out to see how many cases i’ll need…hahahahhahahh
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Thanks Sam for opening up. I totally respect all the people trying to start up and make a successful out of their spicy condiments & whatnots. Can u enlighten me a little about your ingredients, in particular the grams of sugar and carb contents. I am a relative newbie here and been experimenting with the recommendations from the HSBlog and been more than happy so far.
I hope u make it to JJ’s Weekend of Fire, so maybe you can sell it to the people you want to target it to. I hope to make the trip and explore new products. I have spent about $300 in hot sauce the last few months. I think I am sick in the head for it.
Anyway, Good luck to and your family business.
Ingredients: jalapeno peppers, honey, water, vinegar, garlic, salt, spices, 100% natural, no preservatives, no additives, 1tsp (5g) serving contains1 g sugars, 2g carbohydrates. We won’t make it to JJ’s but we will be at ZestFest where Zane and Zack my two oldest sons are looking forward to meeting most of the people I probably pissed off. Notice the number one ingredient is jalapenos not chipotle? That’s cause I smoke the peppers myself over mesquite. Hey I gotta go the boys and I are out the door, fishing all weekend. Once again sorry all
Zane and Zack’s…is a great product and known around the world. The sweet HOT makes a great marinade….it is a definite must try if you have never tried a honey chipotle sauce…..DHansen
For the Nay sayers and BAD sports…I used my work email address since I am NOT an employee of Z&Z!!!!
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Sam send info to me at Jungle Jim’s . Bret Go to web site for info
Mike and Diane’s Ring of Fire XX Hot Habanero sauce!!!!!! This stuff tastes amazing and is a big bottle so it lasts more than on meal
While in Aruba, about 1993, I think I found this special hot, very hot sauce that the natives were crazy about, called Matooks,(sp) I fell in love with it that night and have been enjoying it ever since. Goes well most all meats, but, I like it best on pork, chicken and ribs. I’ll try it on anything at least once, but once you’ve had it you’ll see why I give it such a high 5, it’s great sauce.