Tabasco: Much more than the little red bottle

When you say "hot sauce," the whole world says "Tabasco." Since 1868, on the small island of Avery Island in Louisiana, the McIlhenny family has been making this legend. But be warned, if you think Tabasco is just the classic red bottle you put on pizza, you're missing out on the best part.

In the United States, Tabasco is an institution that offers chili peppers in all their forms. From sweet and tangy to extremely hot, including smoky and indulgent, there's a sauce for every palate. At Pop's America , we invite you to step off the beaten path and explore the complete collection .

The secret: 3 years in oak barrels

Why is there no other sauce that tastes like Tabasco? It's thanks to its unique production process, similar to that of wine or whiskey. The chili peppers are ground, mixed with salt, and aged in white oak barrels for three years . This aging process gives it that fermented, complex, and inimitable flavor, a far cry from industrial hot sauces that taste of nothing but vinegar.

Which color is right for you?

Don't choose randomly! Each bottle has its own personality and heat level (Scoville scale). Find these gems in our section below:

Tabasco Green (Jalapeño): The mildest. Made with Jalapeño peppers, it's fresh, lemony, and just the right amount of spicy. It's the queen of Mexican cuisine (tacos, guacamole) and salads.
Tabasco Chipotle (Brown - Smoked): The team's favorite. Here, the peppers have been smoked over pecan wood. The result is a rich, dark, barbecue-style sauce. It's divine on grilled meat or in a burger.
Tabasco Habanero (Jamaican Style): Now we're ramping up the heat! The Habanero pepper is naturally fruity (notes of mango, papaya, banana). It's very hot, but deliciously exotic.
Tabasco Scorpion (The Hottest): Warning, danger! A blend of scorpion chili pepper and pineapple guava. It's 20 times hotter than the classic red. For thrill-seekers only, who aren't afraid to break a sweat!
Tabasco Sriracha & Sweet Spicy: Modern versions, thicker and sweeter, perfect for Asian cuisine or fried chicken.

👇 Choose from the available options below! 👇

The "Bloody Mary" trick and breakfasts

In the USA , Tabasco isn't just for dinner. It's the secret ingredient of the American breakfast! A few drops on scrambled eggs or avocado toast make all the difference. And of course, it's the absolute base of the Bloody Mary cocktail (tomato juice, vodka, Tabasco, celery). Without it, the cocktail has no soul.

FAQ - Spicy Minute

Does the sauce expire?

Technically, thanks to the vinegar and salt, Tabasco sauce can be preserved almost indefinitely. However, over time, the sauce may change color (become darker). This is natural and it remains perfectly safe to eat, even if the taste may change slightly.

Which one is the strongest?

In the regular range, Tabasco Scorpion is undoubtedly the hottest. It really burns. Next comes Habanero, then Original (Red), Chipotle, and finally Green, which is the mildest.