As we level up our special edition video episodes, Will Dawson (aka Harlem) and Fave travel to New Orleans for the incredible food and discover Blue Bayou Louisiana Hot Pepper Sauce. We were blessed to pair this local favorite with the culinary wizardry of Exquisite Kreations, founded by Vernon Martin III. Join us for this extended episode filled with great food, hot sauce, and brotherhood. --- Interstitial Music “Burnin’ Up” // Just Blaze “Bon Fire” // The Big La Featured...

Pickapeppa Sauce takes us beyond the borders and into the Caribbean, where this sauce has been perfected on the island of flavors. You may find this sauce nestled in the hot sauce aisle of your favorite grocery store, but there's a uniqueness that makes Pickapeppa stand out from its spicy peers. This is one of the most interesting experiences to date and we can't wait to share the flame rating (or lack thereof) on this peculiar condiment.  In other news, we are proud to rock our own Fave Hot...

For the first time in our show’s history, we revisit a previously reviewed brand. El Yucateco is back with the newest addition to their hot sauce lineup. We experiment with their Black Label Reserve Hot Sauce as it challenges our senses beyond taste and smell. There is much to overcome when it comes to this sauce but the flavor leads the way to a flame rating in which you may or may not agree. --- [Featured 🎶🎶 by The Big La] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Google...

What does the #1 habanero hot sauce in the U.S. have in common with local hot sauce start-ups and enthusiasts? They were once an up and coming hot sauce brand, too. Mexico is more than the post-pandemic hang out spot, it is home to some of the most amazing hot sauces in the world and El Yucateco Hot Sauce is one of the fortunate sauces to go from the kitchen table to worldwide distribution. Instead of believing the hype, we put El Yucateco’s Red Hot Sauce to the test and the flame rating...

In celebration of our twentieth episode, we have a special BONUS feature from our music director, The Big La aka Todd Kelley. He is the one curating those lo-fi, sexy instrumentals that surge through the background of our episodes, as well as assembling our Lost in the Beats playlists on Spotify. inaugural episode is filled to the brim with hot, eclectic soul from the most progressive artists in the genre.  You can also listen to this amazing collection of heat on Mixcloud.  For more...

Deep in the heart of Texas we discovered Siete Traditional Hot Sauce and this health-conscious brand has claimed to conquer flavor without sacrificing good nutrition. This Whole30-approved sauce is part of a family-owned food company dedicated to setting the stage for better meals through grain-free, gluten-free offerings.  Could their traditional hot sauce be the change the hot sauce game needs? --- [Featured 🎶🎶 by The Big La] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple Podcasts |...

Join us as we journey south of the border to experience the phenomenon of Guatemala’s finest, Picamas Hot Sauce. This crown jewel of spiciness is not without its flaws; however, we embrace this sauce with an open mind, and palate, to discover if the benefits of Picamas Hot Sauce outweigh the challenges.  Despite its popularity and online reviews, we focus on the aroma, texture, and taste of our own experience to determine the flame rating fate of "the most popular sauce in...

Back in the bayous of Louisiana to explore D.a.T. Sauce from Morgan City. Aside from the bright label and rich color of the sauce, this is yet another condiment from what many regard as the hot sauce mecca of the United States. As we base its greatness on aroma, texture, and taste we can wait to see where D.a.T. Sauce lands on the flame rating spectrum. We also pause to celebrate three (3) digital culinarians who truly inspire LITS and beyond with their creations: Chef Lovely teases our...

This episode takes us to the Far East by way of New Jersey as we explore Wuju Extra Hot Sauce. This sauce is a prominent proclamation that Asian cuisine will not be stifled in the hot sauce equation. In fact, Wuju makes its presence known loud and clear.  But what is that flame rating looking like? --- [Featured 🎶🎶 by The Big La and Onra] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Anchor Follow us on: Twitter | Instagram |...

The legacy of Louisiana-based hot sauce companies cannot be denied. Bulliard’s Hot Sauce is a classic example of that legacy as their hot sauce spans four generations.  But are all Louisiana hot sauces created equal? We search for their differences as we experience yet another cajun classic from the bayous of our nation's hot sauce mecca.  We have our suggestions on how to optimize this sauce, but also be sure to check out the Bulliard family recipes in their online...

Journey to the beautiful shores of South Africa and discover Nando’s Peri-Peri Hot Sauce in all of its splendor. While this sauce is void of Western influence, it is full of history, passion, and flavor. Could Peri-Peri Hot Sauce be the one to awaken your food like a Zamundan Royal Ensemble? Let’s discover a new dimension in hot sauce excellence...together.  [Featured 🎶🎶 by The Big La and Madlib] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify |...

Looking for a quick, tasty kick for your sizzling hot summer meals? This episode explores Bajan Tyga Hot Sauce from Island Son Canada (Kitchener, ON) and they've got the quintessential heat. Their mango/scotch bonnet pepper-based sauce is a spicy yellow offering filled with fruit, flavor, and flames… Find out what we think, and if you’ve tried it, let us know what YOU think.  --- [Featured 🎶🎶 by The Big La and Obsidian Blue] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Available on: Apple Podcasts |...

In yet another special VIDEO episode, Will Dawson (e.g., Dawson Eats America, Verses & Flow, etc.) joins us via ZOOM to review North Carolina's own Elijah's Extreme Ghost Pepper Sauce.  There's unicorn ice cream and ginger ale everywhere. See for yourself.   Have you tried it? Let us know what you think in the comments. Click here to watch the video. [Featured 🎶🎶 curated by The Big La & Obsidian Blue] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts |...

In Episode 12, Will Dawson (e.g., Dawson Eats America, Verses & Flow, etc.) joins us for our first-ever video episode featuring Howler Monkey Hot Sauce. This is the result of two content creators with nothing but Macbooks, iPhones, a ZOOM account, and an Amazon Wishlist.  Click here to watch the video on YouTube.  [Featured 🎶🎶 curated by The Big La] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Anchor Follow us on: Twitter | Instagram |...

In this episode, we decide to discover the hoopla surrounding TRUFF Sauce and kicked it up a notch to experience their TRUFF Hotter Pepper Sauce. The story of TRUFF Hot Sauce Company is inspiring and their brand of sauces have been blessed with amazing opportunities that have landed them on Oprah’s kitchen counter. You have to be a bad hot sauce brand to be able to get @sauce as your social media handle BUT we'll be our own judge of that.  Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple...

We welcome Camella’s Kitchen and their Trini Hot Pepper Sauce with an open mind and a hungry stomach. This mother/daughter TEAM was brought to our attention through our referral page and we couldn’t wait to order and receive their signature hot pepper blend. Plus, we’ve got a special giveaway coming up as our way of saying "thank you" for the awesome review you're going to write :)  [Featured 🎶🎶 by The Big La and Fave] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts...

We unleash the sweet heat of Tiger Sauce from Reily Food Company in New Orleans, LA.  While the sauce contains a surge of spicy goodness, its ravishing looks and seedy texture tells a sweeter story. Their social media is infectious and store availability is robust - but in the “pull no punches” land of LITS, we put to the test with a unique culinary experience and a flame rating that aligns with the mission of this ferocious brand. [Featured 🎶🎶 by Obsidian Blue] Powered by Fave Hot Sauce...

Melinda’s Original Habanero Extra Hot Sauce is a big ol’ Texas-based hot sauce brand that boasts of even bigger flavor. As this hot sauce makes its way into taquerias and creative kitchens across the country, how hot is “extra hot?” Find out in less than ten minutes and Melinda takes us on a delicious journey through her neck of the hot sauce woods. Powered by Fave Hot Sauce Questions, comments, review requests, or sponsorship inquiries? Visit...

This episode is a new look at a familiar classic from the bayous of New Orleans. Crystal Hot Sauce rests on the tables of countless cajun restaurants and southern kitchens; their heritage is undeniable. Is it tradition? Habit? It's good enough for mama and maw-maw, but what kind of flame rating will it earn? Take a look into an extreme makeover as we dare to review a Louisiana treasure.  Powered by Fave Hot Sauce LLC --- Interstitial Music “Burnin’ Up” // Just Blaze “And This Other...

We are stepping out of the shadow of big, commercial hot sauce brands in order to highlight the intimate corner of small-batch sauce artisan, Anderson & Son Pepper Company, and their Don’t Touch The Baby! Hot Sauce. Find out if this sauce can stand out from the ever-growing hot sauce crowd and can it can ignite meals from the West to the East? Powered by Fave Hot Sauce How to Listen Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Anchor Social Media Twitter Instagram ...

In this episode, we are celebrating one of our Top 5 All-Time Favorites - coming straight from the Caribbean. Grace Hot Pepper Sauce is here to set the record straight and learn why we say to turn a blind eye to the foods that are fried. Shake your locs and brush the dirt off your dashiki as we share the gospel of Grace. Powered by Fave Hot Sauce Listen on:  Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Anchor --- Interstitial Music “Burnin’ Up” // Just Blaze “And This Other Stuff” //...

In this episode, we ride to the West Side (California) with Bufalo Jalapeno Mexican Hot Sauce. Despite a very private online presence, this sauce is backed by a big brand (Herdez Group) and we had even bigger expectations. Is Bufalo Jalapeno up to the challenge of earning an OG hot sauce flame rating? Are they worthy of the wonderful foods they recommend you put their sauce on?  We have some suggestions of our own. Listen and find out how it all goes down.  Powered by Fave Hot Sauce How to...

Discover why Pain is Good Habanero is worth the delicious discomfort of its intense heat and bountiful flavor. Vegans will rejoice in this week's unusual meal pairings; plus we have a great announcement as we continue to celebrate hot sauce makers and lovers in an excellent way. --- Powered by Fave Hot Sauce How to Listen Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Anchor Social Media Twitter Instagram Facebook Contact Us Questions, comments, review requests, or sponsorship...

Our second episode explores uncompromising taste with the sauce game’s triple OG, Tapatio Hot Sauce. The flame rating may surprise you and the deviation from Mexican fare to soul food will intrigue you. Plus, we flirt with the idea of recipes… for the culture. Powered by Fave Hot Sauce How to Listen Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Anchor Social Media Twitter Instagram Facebook Contact Us Questions, comments, review requests, or sponsorship inquiries? Email us or...