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Series 2- Wide Awake
Series 2- Wide Awake
Introducing a bold hot sauce designed to elevate red meat and pork. This unique blend of black cherries, coffee-infused vinegar, ripe pears, and blackberries creates a rich, sophisticated sweetness. Balanced with pear juice and sugar, it offers just the right amount of heat from ghost peppers. Perfect for adding depth and fiery flavor, this sauce transforms any dish into a culinary masterpiece.
Heat Level- 6/10
INGREDIENTS: Black Cherries, Coffee Infused Vinegar, Pears, Blackberries, Ghost Pepper Mash (Ghost Peppers and Salt), Pear Juice, Sugar
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I’ve tried a lot of hot sauces, but HellBound Sauces’ “Wide Awake” really caught me off guard—in the best way possible. I wasn’t expecting the espresso kick, but wow, it works so well. It adds this rich, almost smoky bitterness that balances the heat and sweetness perfectly.
The heat level is no joke—it starts off slow but keeps building until you’re fully feeling it. But what I love most is that the flavor doesn’t get lost. I’ve had sauces that are just pure burn with nothing else going on, but this one actually enhances the food. I’ve put it on breakfast burritos, burgers, even added a little to a pot of chili, and it took everything to the next level.
Fair warning: don’t overdo it unless you’re ready for some serious heat. I got a little overconfident the first time and paid the price, but I can’t stop reaching for it now. If you’re into bold, unique flavors and not afraid of some serious spice, this one’s a game changer. Highly recommend!
If you’re a fan of intense heat and flavor that doesn’t quit, HellBound Sauces’ “Wide Awake” is an absolute must-try. I went into this expecting the usual hot sauce experience—some heat, maybe a tang—but this sauce blew me away with its complexity.
The first thing that hits you is the rich aroma of roasted peppers, followed by an unexpected but amazing jolt of espresso. Yes, espresso! It adds a deep, earthy bitterness that balances the sweetness from what I’m guessing is either caramelized onions or a touch of brown sugar. The spice level? Let’s just say it’s not for the faint of heart. The heat builds steadily until your tongue is wide awake (pun intended), but it never overpowers the flavors beneath it.
I’ve used it on breakfast burritos, burgers, and even drizzled a bit into chili, and every time it adds something unique. The espresso profile especially shines on hearty, savory dishes. One thing to note: a little goes a long way. I made the mistake of being too generous the first time, and my taste buds were on a roller coaster for a while.
Bottom line—if you’re someone who appreciates bold heat with some serious flair, “Wide Awake” is the real deal. It’s not just a hot sauce; it’s an experience in a bottle. HellBound knocked it out of the park with this one!
