The Heat Source

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We are back into new sauces this week with a Cincinnati Ohio sauce maker in Ian Ruthless and his Ruthless Reaper Hot Sauce. We talk background of the brand, the Fiery Foods Shop Recap, the Louisiana Purchase, and of course Full House Intros. Please check out Ian's brand at the links below: Website - HERE IG - HERE \...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! I caught up with Mark from Hot Sauce Guide at the show after Saturday's big event. We compared our first and 3rd experiences with the Fiery Foods Show respectively.  We had a surprise cameo at the end.  Join our Patreon for more content HERE !! Please feel free to Rate and Review our podcast. Also follow us on social...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! For this episode we talk about the upcoming event that Matt will be attending in Albuquerque New Mexico, The Fiery Foods Show. We talk makers, history, and other random stories. This is the first year without founder Dave Dewitt running the show and we're excited to see what Mark Masker has in store for his inaugural...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We tried a new brand that is Veteran Owned from down in Georgia. Crusher's Truck Sauce gave us a classic red sauce to start with. We discuss the flavor and pairing ideas, Fort Benning Facts and flammable items you may be surprised by. Be sure to check out the great selection at Crusher's website and links below:...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We got a taste of New Mexico ahead of the Fiery Food Show with Apicklelypse out of Santa Fe. We were wowed by this sauce & how the heat of the Trinidad Scorpion was handled. We talk historic pickles, The Heat Source Will and more. Please check out more from Apicklelypse below: Web - HERE IG - HERE Join our Patreon for...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We are joined today by Sam Hastings of Sam Sa'House to talk his Hot Ones sauce, Albuquerque and Dad Life. Sam throws down the gauntlet against Mike's favorite hot sauce vessel and we talk ideal Hot Ones guests. It gets off the rails, but in the most fun possible. "Stay Close, Go Far" - Sam Hastings Sam...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! Days removed from National Hot Sauce day we try two sauces from staples in the Hot Sauce Community. We cover both sides of the US with Whitehouse Station out of New Jersey and the California sauce company Lucky Dog. I battle the remains of a cold, we talk poblano chili fights, and ways left for Marilyn Manson to weird peo...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! This week we weather the winter storms to bring warm spices and peppers in Moroccan Madness. This collaboration by Mikey Vs & KTB Saucy brings the warmth of Jalapeno & Carolina Reaper with spices like cardamom, coriander, cinnamon, and fennel. We talk about the brand, our sauce collection, dinosaurs, and what havi...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We learned about the country of Suriname with this Tampa, FL brand Su Yum Foods. Danielle & Sandra have brought the flavors of Suriname cuisine to life with their line of sauces, spices, and marinade. We talk Suriname, Pineapple Hazards, Fishing, and throw a few hot takes on the back end of the episode. Please check o...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We kick off the new season with a familiar brand out of Indiana. Maletta's Hot Sauce has given us burners and unique sauces in the past. We added to that list with their mild Italian Long Pepper sauce and their fruity ghost pepper sauce. We talk new year resolutions, classic movie characters, endangered fish fries, a...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! To cap off 2023 we dove into our reviews of the last year and compiled our top 3 favorite sauces. We also mentioned a few honorable mentions, but really the whole year was nothing but great sauces for us. We also got to hear from some makers on their year and go into facts about the new year, Lithuanian Big Men, and rival...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! This week we were introduced to a new brand from the Midwest. Iowa Pepper Co has only been around for a short time, but their art design, branding, and flavors are incredible. We tried their Taco Toppers of both Mild and 9/10 Hot. We talk taco parties, state fairs, knighthood, and the key component that is shared with all...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! Reunited for a 3rd time, we sit down with Cast Iron Kyle to talk Philly Hot Sauce Fest, his episode on Brad Leone's Youtube Show 'Local Legends', a new passion project coming up soon and of course Brie Rex......we get weird on the episode and have fun tangents, but it always comes back to a love of hot sauc...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We have found our new taco sauce from Jersey. Jersey Barnfire has been tearing up the hot sauce scene for 10+ years and we finally have the opportunity to try their Smoked Ghost Taco Sauce. We dive into the history of the brand, the friendship that started it, historical barnfires, ghost pepper defenses, upgraded fast foo...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! Back after the Holiday break with a new brand, Hamigos Hot Sauce out of Houston Texas. This classic Habanero sauce gives you some of the nostalgic elements of those simple sauces you grew up on but kicks up the flavor and highlights the habanero pepper. We talk their history, wedding favors, 80's comedies, and apple...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! This week we are trying a Lucky Dog sauce that steps outside the box of a Verde sauce and our first try of a truffle hot sauce from 516 Sauce co.  We dive into Hatch chiles, famous dogs, truffle lore and who/what are banned from them. We go down a rabbit hole or two on this one. Check out the sauce makers in the links bel...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! A new sauce has been released by Hook & Arrow and we are excited to try it. We paired this new sauce with one we've had for a minute from our home state, Michigan. Breakfast oysters are back in discussion with a possible solution along with 90's movies, sharp blades, and boots. Check out the brands below: Ho...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! This week we visit two sauce makers that are Hot Ones alums and creative makers in their own right. Zac of High Desert Sauce Co is a brand out of Arizona brings us a green sauce with roasted jalapeno, pineapple, and a unique pepper to his SW region, chiltepin pepper. Erica from Queen Majesty has wowed us with flavors befo...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! This week Mike was off and so I had Eddie of Stanky Sauce fill in. We talked about his crazy tour across the US from Coast to Coast and everywhere in between. We tried their limited edition Pumpkin Spice Ghost hot sauce. Mike got to try it if you hang on to the very end this week. We talk pumpkins, monkey brains, and hock...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! When we first saw how DTF named their brand and sauces, we had an idea we'd get along well with them. Now that we've had Sean Kirkpatrick and Ryan Minor on we can officially say that is the case. We tried their Cherry Poppins sauce featuring a combination of Habaneros with Luxardo maraschino cherries, dark sweet...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We returned to some familiar faces with the West Coast Bottle Fed Hot Sauce and the Midwest staple Maletta's. We went with two unique sauces and flavor profiles to take it up a notch. This episode got us talking Asian and Greek cuisine along with fossilized plants, ancient Egyptian cooking, and bad David Attenborough...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We are back at it with a Hot Ones Alum & soon to be NYC Hot Sauce Expo Return Vendor - Torchbearer. We got this bottle from our subscription box through Scovilled and were immediately excited to try a sauce focusing on a core element of cooking....onions. A simple sauce with great heat, we dive into the maker, Califor...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! New York City Hot Sauce Expo is on it's way and we are trying a legend brand that will be there. Queen Majesty has been a staple in the hot sauce world for 10 years and has been an alum of the Hot Ones stage. We talk the history of the brand, but also dive into topics like black wolves, baptized foods, heroic sports...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! We got 2 new sauces from a sauce maker that has been following us for a long time, Mammoth Sauce Co. His quality sauce has continued with these two flavors. We overcame a recording issue to give you two sauce reviews that are worth your time. Great sauces to try with some discussion of hot wings, the ice age, and historic...

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode! This week's episode is sponsored by Scovilled.com and their new subscription box. Head to their site to try out their brand new customizable hot sauce subscription box. This week Mike is off on vacation so we were joined by Sam Hastings of Sam Sa'House. This Minnesota based maker and Scovie award winner talked r...