Maria, The Saucy Chef

Maria's Hot Sauce was born from a passion for bold flavors and a love for bringing people together around great food. Maria herself is a chef by trade and was sick of the one-note flavors in the grocery store that are mass-produced. Since studying and making different sauces that are balanced in flavor, she brings them to your table for everyone to enjoy

Based in the heart of Traverse City, Michigan, we take pride in creating artisan hot sauces that honor traditional techniques while embracing creative, unexpected flavor combinations. Each recipe is carefully crafted in small batches to ensure quality, consistency, and that perfect balance of heat and flavor.

We source local ingredients whenever possible, supporting Michigan farmers and producers. Every bottle is hand-labeled, hand-packed, and made with the kind of attention to detail that only comes from a true small-batch operation.

What started as a chef with a love for great sauces has grown into a collection of signature sauces, each with its own personality and perfect pairing. From the Verde Vixen's zesty jalapeño tang to the Firebee's sweet-heat fusion, every sauce is designed to elevate your favorite dishes and inspire culinary creativity.