10 Best Hot Sauces for Everyday Use
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10 Best Hot Sauces for Everyday Use

A good hot sauce is like a favorite pair of dark jeans: It just goes with everything. Here are 10 of the best hot sauces around, according to professional chefs and online reviewers.

Tabasco


A classic condiment for good reason, Tabasco is arguably the most popular hot sauce in the U.S., not to mention the hot sauce used by astronauts aboard the International Space Station.

Secret Aardvark Habanero Sauce


Reviewers note that Aardvark packs a punch in terms of spiciness while maintaining a complex flavor profile. A good choice for the more discerning hot sauce aficionados.

Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce


Frank's might be the best hot sauce for people who eat a LOT of hot sauce. Buy it by the gallon and then enjoy it at every meal for weeks and weeks.

Crystal Hot Sauce


It's hard to beat Crystal in terms of overall value. Available in pretty much any grocery store, even professional chefs vouch for its flavor and versatility.

Mike's Hot Honey


An interesting mix of sweet and spicy, Mike's Hot Honey has gained popularity in recent years.

Satan’s Blood Chile Extract Hot Sauce


Not for the faint of heart. The bottle includes a label warning people not to use it like a traditional hot sauce. Just add a few drops of it to your favorite recipe, such as with chili.

Valentina


If you're looking for a good everyday hot sauce, and you're not too enthused about Frank's or Tabasco, try Valentina next. Chefs praise its ideal mix of acidity and fruitiness.

Bibigo Gochujang Sauce


A versatile Korean-style hot sauce, many reviewers say that you can put it on almost anything, and that it surpasses Sriracha in terms of flavor.

Dave's Original Insanity Hot Sauce


This one has more fire to it than your garden-variety hot sauce. You might have a little bit of trouble finding it, but if you like spicy, this hot sauce is definitely for you.

El Yucateco


El Yucateco is meant to be used as an everyday condiment, similar to Tabasco, but with a little bit more kick.

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