Fire & Flavor
A podcast that explores the flavor behind the heat. Meet small-batch hot sauce makers, discover their backstories, and hear their top pairings. 🔥🌶
Episodes
Join me as I sit down with Tinkertown Provisions, a small-batch hot sauce maker from the Western Catskills creating bold flavors and creative storytelling. In this episode we dive into their brand philosophy, community mission, and unique media projects before tasting two standout sauces: Rain and Haze.
I give my first impressions straight from the spoon. Along the way we talk about their inspirations, the role of the Catskills ...
Join me on Fire & Flavor as I sit down with Rugged Jack Hot Sauce to explore their adventurous journey into the craft hot sauce world 🌶️. We dive into the origin of the brand, the early sauce experiments, and what sets Rugged Jack apart. Along the way, I taste two of their standout flavors: the tropical kick of Pineapple Mango and the bold sweet-heat twist of Habanana 🍍🍌.
When I talked to Jack, he even showed me the farm wher...
We sit down with Aaron from Galactic Hobo 🚀 to explore the creative world behind their bold small-batch sauces 🌶️. From the earthy umami of Shroomy Shroomy Doo 🍄 to the tropical vibes of Hawaiian Shirt House Party 🌴 and the adventurous kick of Hobo Kai 🏝️🔥, this interview dives into the brand’s story, unique flavors, and the future of craft hot sauce 🌟. Perfect for spice lovers, foodies, and anyone curious about the hot sauc...
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, we sit down with Ben from Mastodon Hot Sauce to talk bold flavor, small-batch craft, and the inspiration behind one of the most unique hot sauce brands on the market. Ben shares the creative process behind standout releases like Thai Chili Miso, his approach to layering heat, and the mission that drives the brand forward. As a proudly queer-owned business, Mastodon is carving out space with pur...
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, we sit down with the mind behind Swamp Dog Sauce, a brand that’s turning heads with bold heat and earthy roots. 🌶️
From its wild aesthetic to its partnership with local composting programs, Swamp Dog stands out in the hot sauce world with more than just bold, intriguing flavors.
We talk about what makes their sauces stand out, how they’re encouraging customers to reuse and refill, and why compos...
In this exclusive Fire & Flavor interview, I sit down with the anonymous creator behind 12 Tokens, a brand known for its delicious cherry hot sauce and collectible tokens included in every order. Learn about the origins of this intriguing brand, what makes their sauce uniquely flavorful, and why the creator chooses to stay anonymous. If you love hot sauce and appreciate a good mystery, this episode is for you!
IG 📸: 12Tokens
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, we sit down with Jimmie, the creator of Monkey Junk Hot Sauce, a bold small-batch brand out of Western North Carolina. From the early days of experimenting with peppers to building a community around handcrafted heat, Monkey Junk is all about flavor with attitude. We dig into their origin story, the inspiration behind sauces like Mutant Verde and Lava Tears, and how local growing and flavor inn...
Join me as I sit down with the founder of Papa Caps Hot Sauce to dive into their origin story, the passion behind their bold flavors, and what makes their award-winning sauces stand out. We talk about crafting heat with purpose, chasing flavor that hits deep, and how a thrill-seeking hobby turned into a small batch sensation.During the interview, I try four different Papa Caps sauces and give my honest take on each one. Whether you...
I sat down with Tim from Revolutionary Hot Sauce to talk about his craft hot sauce journey and some seriously unique flavors. We cover Hot Java (with coffee and cherry bomb peppers), the Ukrainian-inspired Adjika with green apple, the tropical Sweet Wave, and the ghost pepper-heavy Phantasm.
If you're into small-batch sauces, bold ingredients, and spicy creativity, this one’s for you.
IG 📸: revolutionaryhotsauce
Web 🌐: h...
In this episode, I sit down with David, the founder of Bean's Hot Sauce Co, to talk about his journey from startup dreams to building a hot sauce brand with serious flavor and purpose. We dive into two of his standout sauces:
🌶️ Wacky Tabascy – a wild twist on a verde tabasco🫐 Azul de Fuego – a bold blueberry hot sauce with a surprising kick revealed during our chat
David shares what keeps him going, how the company evolved, and wh...
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, I sit down with Mike from Long Island Pepper Company to talk about how his small-batch hot sauce business got started, his passion for gardening, and what it’s like to grow a spicy brand from the ground up. 🌶️🌱
Mike shares the stories behind five incredible fruit-forward sauces:🫐 Blueberry Carolina Reaper🍍 Pineapple Mango Habanero🥭 Mango Ghost🍈 Papaya Carolina Reaper🐉 Dragon's Blood
Ea...
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, I sit down with Maki and Garth, the creators of Volcanic Ash Hot Sauce, a bold small-batch brand built around one seriously unforgettable sauce. After seven years of experimenting and refining, they landed on “The OG,” a deep, savory blend of caramelized garlic, onions, habaneros, and smoky heat that delivers something truly unique. 🌋🌶️
We dive into their flavor philosophy, the story behin...
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, I sit down once again with Jake from Newks Hot Sauce, a Portland, Oregon-based craft hot sauce company. After running into technical issues during our first interview, we reconnected to dive even deeper into his journey of building a hot sauce brand, the challenges of growing in a competitive industry, and the creative process behind five of his standout sauces:
🌶️ Grillo’s Pickles Hot Sauc...
In this exclusive interview, I sit down with Eddie and Eric, the founders of Stanky Sauce, a bold and creative hot sauce company out of Orlando, Florida. We dive into how the brand got started, their mission to "feed adventure" through flavor, and the journey of turning a spicy passion into a thriving small business.Along the way, we taste five of their standout sauces: Pineapple Habanero Ghost, Garlic Datil, Honey Mango ...
Join me for a conversation with Ryan from Horrifying Hot Sauce, where we delve into a brand dedicated to crafting complex flavors using unique ingredients, rare chilis, and time‑honored fermentation techniques. Fueled by a passion for horror movies, Ryan not only brings the heat to his sauces but also channels his creativity into making movies, showcasing his work at and spending time at horror movie festivals and beyond.
Join me for a fiery conversation with Alex from Cousin Dean’s Hot Sauce, where we dive into the heart of a small‑town business built on local ingredients, community support, and pure passion for flavor. Learn how this family‑run brand turns simple, homegrown produce into unforgettable heat — and discover why shopping local makes all the difference. Don’t forget to like this episode, and follow for more stories behind your favorite ...
In this spicy interview, I sit down with Kevin from Naked Hot Sauces out of Newmarket, NH to talk all things hot sauce!
I put my taste buds to the test with three fiery flavors:
🌶️ Down the Hatch – A smooth start with a kick!
🔥 The One – Turning up the heat!
💀 Reaper Madness – Pure, blistering insanity!
Each sauce brings its own unique flavor and increasing intensity, so watch or listen as I sweat, react, and maybe even regret my cho...
This week, we sit down with Thomas from siZZZle Funk out of San Diego to explore creativity, the art of growing and using hot chilis in our favorite dishes, and why attention to detail is key when creating your own product.
IG: @sizzzlefunk
Order from: https://sizzzlefunk.com
In this episode, I’m chatting with Carlos, the owner and operator of Effin Sauces Co. in Milford, NH. We had the chance to sit down and discuss his background, the journey of his hot sauce company, and his vision for the future!
Milford, NH
https://effinsauces.com
IG: effinsauces
Hey everyone!
This week I'm talking with Phil from Smokin' Tin Roof Specialty Sauces from Manchester, NH! Hear to how Phil got started by growing his own peppers, to making a large variety of sauces! I love stories like this.
We have a double pairing this episode so be sure to give it a watch or a listen! 🌶️🔥
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