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Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I tried all the supermarket chilli-infused honeys – the £2.80 winner is sweet, spicy and packs powerful heat
Scroll down to find out which is the best brand for summer barbecues HOT STUFF! I tried all the supermarket chilli-infused honeys – the £2.80 winner is sweet, spicy and packs powerful heat WHATEVER would Winnie the Pooh have thought of the latest, newfangled honey – infused with chilli. He may or may not have fancied dipping his paw in, but foodies cannot get enough of the stuff this summer. 9 Laura Stott has tested all the supermarket chilli-infused honeys Credit: Damien McFadden Whether for marinading, dipping or drizzling, it is top of the dollops. Most big stores are in on the act, after Aldi recently joined the party. Here, Laura Stott tastes their offerings and rates each out of five. Bramwells Hot Honey - 340g, £1.69, Aldi 9 This is sweet to the taste but not the spiciest Credit: Bramwells THERE'S no doubt what this should taste like, as it packs 99 per cent honey and one per cent chilli flakes. I liked that the sweet infusion doesn't contain any unnecessary additives or flavours, so it delivers exactly what a hot honey should. The squeezy bottle made it easy to distribute exact amounts – ideal if you're using it to glaze meats or even top a pizza. This is quite a runny honey so a little goes quite a long way, which also saves cash. Very nice added to a salad dressing for a bit of a kick, and would also be good with a bacon sarnie. Family's horror discovery as colony of almost 200,000 BEES found in ceiling after children heard buzzing Sweet to the taste, and not the spiciest so won't leave your mouth on fire – but delivers a gentle buzz. Rating: 4/5 The Best Hot Honey Chilli Sauce - 310g, £2, Morrisons 9 Morrison's offering has a surprisingly low honey count but lots of sugar and glucose-fructose syrup Credit: Damien McFadden PERHAPS akin to a sweet chilli sauce you may already own, this is made with Spanish honey and bird's eye chillies – famed for extra punch – as well as dried red peppers and garlic. The packaging claims it can add heat to stir-fries, chicken and pizza, but it would also make a useful dip for chips or crackers and a great glaze for barbecuing or grilling. Despite containing some of the punchiest peppers you can buy, though, this tastes rather mild – it's very sweet and while I was braced for watering eyes, what I actually got was a tiny tingle. There is also a surprisingly low honey count – just three per cent – but lots of sugar and glucose-fructose syrup. A dash of normal honey and some plain chilli would be just as good – and probably better for you. Rating: 2/5 Sauce Shop Honey Sriracha - 190g, £2.80, Tesco 9 This one is sweet, spicy and packs powerful heat Credit: Damien McFadden IF you want to awaken the tastebuds, this potent party piece should do the trick. Made with 35 per cent honey and a whopping 28 per cent aged jalapeno chilli peppers, along with vinegar, salt, sugar and garlic, it is nicely balanced. You can see the chilli seeds – famed for being the fiercest part of the pepper – running through the mix and it more than delivers in the mouth. It's sweet, spicy and packs powerful heat – so if you love hot, this won't disappoint. A smooth texture, it pairs perfectly with pretty much anything. This honey went beautifully with scrambled eggs but would also be delicious in sarnies, on pasta, to dunk fries into – or even in a Bloody Mary. Spicy, but you do still taste the honey. Rating: 5/5 Hilltop Hot Honey - 340g, £3, Iceland 9 This one's mild flavour makes it an interesting addition to puds such as ice cream Credit: Damien McFadden CONTAINS 99.98 per cent honey and 0.02 per cent chilli extract so should be categorised as lukewarm honey rather than hot. But if you are new to the flavour, or not a big fan of chilli, it's a good way to give this new foodie trend a try. While it doesn't really taste that spicy, it's good honey – thick and runny with a golden sheen. The mild flavour makes it an interesting addition to puds such as ice cream. Or drizzle on to fruit and yoghurt, or even pancakes, to liven up your brekkie. It would also be fun to use when baking. Although my personal preference would be for something a little punchier, this would be a useful addition to your kitchen cupboard – and it's quality nectar. Rating: 3/5 Hot Honey - 250g, £2.25, Sainsbury's 9 This is rather thick in texture so would be great as a glaze or dripped on to dough Credit: Damien McFadden QUITE a pricey option considering how little you get for your money. The label says the honey has been combined with bird's eye chilli, which should deliver a decent hit of heat, but I would probably describe the warmth level as moderate. This product could easily be used for enhancing any dish, either sweet or savoury. It's rather thick in texture so would be great as a glaze or dripped on to dough. But it wouldn't overwhelm sweeter flavours, either, should you wish to try. Nice enough, but more heat and a lower price tag would maybe help to win me around. Rating: 2/5 Bramwells Honey Sriracha Hot Sauce - 155ml, £1.39, Aldi 9 This would be fabulous for adding to meat or fish before it's cooked over charcoal on the barbecue Credit: Damien McFadden ANOTHER hot honey offering from Aldi, at another great price, but this one comes in a much smaller bottle so may not last long. Concocted with 40 per cent honey, it's infused with a selection of spicy friends that should make your tastebuds sizzle. With ten per cent pickled chillies, and habanero puree, there is no shortage of zing in this sauce and there's also a nice hum of paprika for an interesting smoky note Would be fabulous for adding to meat or fish before it's cooked over charcoal on the barbecue. Or use it to liven up some roasted vegetables or dipping chips. Full of spice and really rather nice. Rating: 4/5 Hot Honey - 250g, Tesco, £1.75 9 Tesco's offering is mild enough to add to almost anything you want to perk up with a touch of heat Credit: Damien McFadden THIS smallish bottle of liquid gold is at least rather pleasingly priced. The honey and chilli-extract combo tastes remarkably similar to Sainsbury's offering but will set you back a lot less at the till. At this price, it's a useful addition to spice up your weekly shop, whether you simply fancy trying something different or want to see what the hot-honey buzz is all about. Again, it's mild enough to add to almost anything you want to perk up with a touch of heat, from dressings to stir-fries, or just drizzled on toast. If you like more chilli taste than this delivers, you could add some real-deal red peppers for more of a kick. Rating: 3/5 Groovy Food Company Hot Agave Nectar - 150ml, £3.25, 9 This is perfect on a posh wood-fired pizza or added to pretty much anything you are cooking on the barbie Credit: Damien McFadden IF you want artisan flavour but at a decent price, this lively little number could be a sweet addition to your condiments collection. The real difference here lies in the honey itself – this agave nectar really does taste a cut above the usual. Smooth and delicious, with a gorgeous amber hue, it smells sensational and there's a proper sting in the tail from the red jalapeno puree and additional capsicum extract. Perfect on a posh wood-fired pizza or added to pretty much anything you are cooking on the barbie. Not cheap – but if you take your chilli and honey seriously, get stuck right in here. Rating: 4/5 Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lee Kum Kee Debuts Honey Sriracha Sauce
Leader of Authentic Asian sauces and condiments put a "swicy spin" on sriracha with its latest flavor innovation CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lee Kum Kee, the global leader in authentic Asian sauces, invites fans to 'Bee Spicy' with the launch of its newest addition to the Sriracha family: Lee Kum Kee Honey Sriracha Sauce. This bold condiment blends the trending 'swicy' flavors with the rising popularity of hot honey and joins Lee Kum Kee's iconic Sriracha Chili Sauce and Sriracha Mayo in the brand's sriracha lineup. The new sauce will be available at select retailers nationwide, including Albertsons, starting March 3rd. "For over a century, Lee Kum Kee has made it easy for people to enjoy authentic, restaurant-quality Asian flavors at-home. With our Honey Sriracha, we're reimagining a fan favorite by infusing the ideal balance of sweetness and spice," said Elaine Thai, Vice President of Marketing, Lee Kum Kee USA. "This launch not only reflects the evolving taste of our consumers but also reaffirms our dedication to bringing innovative and exciting flavors into every kitchen." A nod to Lee Kum Kee's legacy of innovation, the new pantry staple marries the trending hot honey craze with the popular flavor of sriracha, creating a highly versatile dip, marinade, glaze or stir-fry sauce to transform ordinary dishes into extraordinary creations. Made with high-quality ingredients and no artificial preservatives, Lee Kum Kee Honey Sriracha is as easy-to-use as it is delicious—a convenient squeeze bottle makes it quick and simple to squeeze the perfect amount of sauce to your favorite food, making it this year's most coveted pantry staple. Ready to turn up the flavor? Check out these Honey Sriracha-infused recipes and add this bold sauce to your favorite dishes! Honey Sriracha Chicken Tenders: Dip these crispy bites into Honey Sriracha on game day, at backyard BBQs, and everywhere in between. Honey Sriracha Salmon: Marinate the salmon or the pork chop in Honey Sriracha and finish with a bold glaze for extra layer of flavor. Honey Sriracha Tofu: Fry the tofu until golden brown and crispy, then coat it with Honey Sriracha glaze. Honey Sriracha Bourbon Smash: Add this sweet, spicy and tangy flavor to create a bold cocktail with a little heat. With a dedication to quality and innovation that spans over 137 years, Lee Kum Kee is an industry leader in fusing Sriracha chili flavor with household staples—first with mayonnaise and now with honey. From a small restaurant since 1888 to the global gateway to Asian culinary culture, Lee Kum Kee continues to enable restaurants and home cooks to bring Asian flavors to life on a global scale. Beginning March 3rd, Lee Kum Kee Honey Sriracha (MSRP $5.49) will be available at select retailers nationwide, including Albertsons, so everyone can join the swicy movement! Visit to learn more about the Honey Sriracha launch! About Lee Kum Kee Established in 1888, Lee Kum Kee has grown from a single restaurant in Nanshui, China, into a global brand empowering restaurants and millions of home cooks to explore Asian flavors and culinary culture. The family-owned brand offers more than three hundred authentic options, such as Sriracha Chili Sauce, Sriracha Mayo, Premium Soy Sauce, Hoisin Sauce, Oyster Flavored Sauce, Chili Crisp Oil and more. The company's dedication to Asian food culture for over a century has fueled its presence in more than 100 countries across five continents. Lee Kum Kee products can be found at international retailers and specialty stores, or online at Check out Lee Kum Kee on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok and Pinterest. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Lee Kum Kee USA Sign in to access your portfolio
