For years, if you wanted to add some spice to your meal and foodie cred to your fridge door, that green-capped bottle of Sriracha was your go-to. And while that likely isn't changing anytime soon, there's a new kid gaining steam with chefs and food lovers and it's a whole lot sweeter. Hot honey. Trust us, if you thought Sriracha had 101 uses, just wait until you start drizzling this chili pepper-infused honey on everything from pizza and ribs to vanilla ice cream and fruit. If Sriracha boasts a tongue scorching heat and garlicky bite, then hot honey offers a subtle, seductive, slower burn. Made in small batches, often from raw honey, the pepper's fire is subdued by the sweetness, leaving only a hint of heat. Which is why you'll never want to be without this versatile amber nectar again.
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Options
Bees Knees Spicy Honey, $13.99; Geddes Farms Ghost Pepper Honey, $14.99; Mike's Hot Honey, $10
How to Use It
Drizzle it over pizza, grilled meats, fried chicken and roasted vegetables. Pair it with a cheese board. Mix it into cocktails, salad dressings and marinades. Use it as a topping for ice cream, waffles, stir-fries and sandwiches.