Buffalo sauce is one of the most popular condiments in the United States, but many people are left wondering what's in it and how to make it. Even though buffalo sauce is so popular, a lot of people don't know the difference between buffalo sauce and traditional hot sauce. We're here to break down all things buffalo sauce, including what it is, why it's called buffalo sauce, what it tastes like, and how to make it. Keep reading to learn all about buffalo sauce. What Is Buffalo Sauce? First thing's first - what is buffalo sauce? Buffalo sauce, often called wing sauce, is very similar to your ty ..read more

The Scoville scale is a measurement of pungency (or spiciness) of chili peppers, measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHUs). The Scoville scale is named after Wilbur Scoville, the pharmacist who created the scale in 1912. A Brief History of the Scoville Scale The modern Scoville scale is based on Wilbur Scoville’s Scoville organoleptic test, in which dried peppers were dissolved in alcohol to make an extract and then diluted in sugar water. The solution would then be continuously diluted and served to a panel of five taste testers until at least three of them could no longer detect any heat. In th ..read more

Hot sauce is a mealtime staple and can be found in pantries across the nation. But for such a common condiment, many are left wondering “is hot sauce vegan?” With so many hot sauces on the market these days, it can be difficult to discern which new sauce meets the vegan standard and which you shouldn’t reach for. We’re here to break down what makes a hot sauce vegan (or not) to make it easier for you to enjoy your go-to sauce. What Does “Vegan” Mean? Vegan is a term used to describe food that is not derived from animals. This means that the use of meat, eggs, and dairy is not allowed in vegan ..read more

Adding hot sauce to a dish is a great way to give it an extra kick and liven up the flavors. Whether you’re looking to enhance your late night ramen or add some flair to your breakfast burrito, hot sauce is an ideal condiment to reach for. However, if you have celiac disease or are looking to reduce your gluten intake, it is important to make sure your go-to hot sauce is gluten free.  Is Hot Sauce Gluten Free? Most hot sauces (including our Not Too Hot Sauces) do not contain gluten. In its most basic form, a typical hot sauce is a blend of chili peppers and vinegar. Chili peppers are natu ..read more

We’ve all been there. You were a little too ambitious with how spicy you wanted your Thai curry and now you’re trying desperately to cool your mouth down. Or maybe you’re like me and you made a bet with your sister that you could eat that pepper, seeds and all. Either way, I’m here to tell you how to neutralize the heat after eating something too spicy. Read on for tips on what foods to eat (and avoid) when trying to tone down the burning sensation. Why Is Food Spicy? But first, why is food spicy? It’s important to understand the science behind the heat to be able to effectively cool down your ..read more

We get it. You went a little heavy handed with the cayenne pepper while making dinner, or maybe you decided to throw in a few extra jalapenos for some added flair. We’ve all been stuck with a dish that came out a little too spicy, resulting in little to no desire to suffer the consequences. And we’re here to tell you that you don’t have to! Read on for some tips on how to tone down your accidentally over-spiced food. What Makes Food Spicy? Chili peppers contain a molecule called capsaicin, which creates the heat that so many of us love. Each pepper has a different amount of capsaicin, which is ..read more

The short answer: it depends. Buffalo sauces frequently contain butter, which is a dairy ingredient, but each recipe differs. You can certainly find dairy-free buffalo sauce options, such as our Not Too Hot Buffalo Sauce, but we recommend checking the label of any hot sauce to be sure. What is Buffalo Sauce? Buffalo sauce is a type of hot sauce that is typically made by adding ingredients, such as garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and butter. With the addition of the butter, buffalo sauce has a smoother and richer flavor than hot sauce and tones down the punchy spiciness while maintaining its tang ..read more