FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
About Our Hot Sauces
What flavors do you offer?
We make five signature hot sauces: Hot Ginger (fresh ginger with heat), Hot Garlic (savory and spicy), Hot Mango Pineapple (tropical heat), Hot Peachy (sweet and fiery), and Hot Green (vibrant and fresh). Each sauce is handcrafted in small batches with unique flavor profiles that go beyond basic heat.
How spicy are your hot sauces?
Our sauces deliver medium to hot heat that adds flavor without overwhelming your food. They're perfect for people who love spice but still want to taste what they're eating. Hot Ginger and Hot Garlic tend to be our spiciest, while Hot Mango Pineapple, Hot Peachy, and Hot Green offer bright, flavorful heat that complements rather than dominates.
What ingredients do you use?
We use all-natural ingredients with no artificial flavors or preservatives. Each sauce features real peppers, fresh ingredients, and unique flavor combinations. Check individual product pages for complete ingredient lists.
Are your sauces gluten-free? Vegan?
Yes, our sauces are vegan.
Our sauces are made with gluten-free ingredients. While not certified gluten-free, our sauces are produced in a shared facility where other products are made. The facility is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized between production runs. If you have celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivity, please consider this when making your purchase.
What foods pair well with your hot sauces?
- Hot Ginger: Sushi, stir-fry, ramen, grilled chicken, Asian-inspired dishes
- Hot Garlic: Pizza, pasta, eggs, tacos, wings, pretty much everything
- Hot Mango Pineapple: Fish tacos, grilled shrimp, pork, tropical dishes
- Hot Peachy: BBQ, chicken, pork chops, breakfast sandwiches, glazes
- Hot Green: Fresh, vibrant dishes - tacos, eggs, avocado toast, grilled vegetables
How long will my hot sauce last?
Our hot sauces are shelf stable for two years. If you have any questions about the shelf life of your sauce, feel free to email us your product name and batch number on the back of the bottle, and we will get back with you shortly!
Packaging?
We reuse and recycle loads of packaging material (cardboard, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, shipment paper) to stuff the boxes for ensuring a clean and safe arrival to your home.
What's your best-selling hot sauce?
All five of our sauces have passionate fans! Hot Garlic is incredibly versatile and most popular for everyday use, while Hot Ginger is a favorite for Asian cuisine lovers. Many customers love trying our Gift Set to discover their personal favorite.
Ordering & Shipping
Do you offer free shipping?
Yes! Orders of $39 or more qualify for free shipping.
How fast do you ship?
We typically ship orders within 1-3 business days. Delivery time depends on your location, but most orders arrive within 5-7 business days.
Do you ship internationally?
Not yet! But, hopefully soon!
Can I buy your sauces in stores?
Yes! We're carried in specialty shops, gift stores, and restaurants throughout Nashville and beyond. Visit our Where to Buy page for a list of locations, or shop online for delivery anywhere in the US.
About Hot Sauce Nashville
How long have you been making hot sauce?
We started Hot Sauce Nashville in 2019. We began testing and mixing our original recipes using a small Oster blender in a basement kitchen.
Who owns Hot Sauce Nashville?
Hot Sauce Nashville is owned and operated by Chris and Chelsea, a husband-and-wife team passionate about creating unique, flavorful hot sauces and spicy products.
What makes Hot Sauce Nashville different from other hot sauce brands?
We focus on unique flavor combinations that add complexity, not just heat. Using real, wholesome ingredients, each sauce is designed to enhance your food with layers of flavor while still delivering a very satisfying spice.
Do you give back to the community?
Yes! Every bottle purchased supports Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, providing meals for community members in need.
Wholesale & Events
Do you offer wholesale pricing?
Yes! We work with specialty shops, gift stores, restaurants, and retailers nationwide. We use Faire for easy wholesale ordering with net 60 terms. Visit our Faire storefront at hotsaucenashville.faire.com or message us directly.
Can I find you at local events?
We occasionally participate in Nashville-area markets and events. Follow us on Instagram @hotsaucenashville for updates on where we'll be next.
Gift Sets & Subscriptions
Do you offer gift sets?
Yes! Our Hot Sauce Gift Set includes three of our signature sauces and makes a perfect gift for hot sauce lovers. We also offer gift-ready combinations featuring our pepper jellies and spicy snacks.
What are good gift ideas for hot sauce lovers?
Beyond our classic Hot Sauce Gift Set, consider pairing our sauces with Nashville Hot Jellies (perfect for cheese boards and appetizers) or Nashville Hot Nuts (seriously spicy snacks). These make great gifts for foodies, Nashville visitors, or anyone who loves bold flavors.
Can I set up a subscription?
COMING SOON! If interested, please let us know. Here is our proposed plan:
Sign up for our quarterly subscription and never run out of your favorite sauces. Get 3 bottles delivered every 3 months with free shipping and 15% off.
Other Products
Do you make anything besides hot sauce?
Yes! We've expanded our product line to include:
- Nashville Hot Jellies - Gourmet pepper jellies in Nashville Hot Red Pepper and Jalapeño flavors, perfect for appetizers, cheese boards, and glazes
- Nashville Hot Nuts - Super spicy peanuts loaded with scorpion chiles, chipotle, and garlic for serious heat lovers
What are Nashville Hot Jellies?
Our pepper jellies combine sweet and spicy in perfect balance. They're all-natural, small-batch spreads that work beautifully with cream cheese and crackers, as meat glazes, or anywhere you want a sweet-heat kick. Available in Nashville Hot Red Pepper and Jalapeño flavors.
What are Nashville Hot Nuts?
Our Nashville Hot Nuts are roasted peanuts coated with a fiery blend of red pepper, chipotle chili, dried scorpion chiles, garlic, and onion. They're our hottest product yet - seriously spicy and perfect for snacking, adding to salads, or serving with beer.
Which is spicier - your hot sauces or Nashville Hot Nuts?
Nashville Hot Nuts are our spiciest product, featuring scorpion chiles for intense heat. If you love serious spice, these are for you. Our hot sauces offer medium/hot heat with an emphasis on flavor complexity.
Still have questions?
Email us at our contact page or message us on Instagram @hotsaucenashville. We're a very small team and love hearing from customers!