Flavor-first hot sauces, handcrafted in small batches for people who expect more from every bite.
Why Ours Lives on the Front Shelf:
✔ Flavor Comes First — heat should enhance food, not erase it
✔ Small Batch Crafted — because details matter
✔ Obsessed-Over Ingredients
✔ From Mild to Wild — but always balanced
Rising Smoke Sauceworks is a family-owned company rooted in the heart of North Carolina, driven by a passion for crafting unforgettable flavor. By artfully blending smoked and roasted ingredients, we create sauces that prioritize depth, balance, and character — designed for those who value bold taste at any heat level.
From the very beginning, our philosophy has been simple: flavor comes first. That means using all-natural ingredients and never relying on preservatives, ensuring every bottle delivers an authentic, high-quality experience you can feel good about.
We’ve been honored with over 100 awards at some of the country’s most respected competitions, including the National Fiery Foods Show, Zest Fest, the New York City Hot Sauce Expo, and the North Carolina Specialty Foods Association — recognition that reflects both our craftsmanship and our commitment to excellence.
But for us, it’s about more than awards. It’s about elevating everyday meals and creating sauces people reach for again and again. At Rising Smoke Sauceworks, we’re not just making hot sauce — we’re crafting flavor worth remembering.
Let customers speak for us
Amazing company, products, service and people! I have been purchasing most all Rising Smoke’s products for years.
The flavors and consistency are unmatched. Service is so good they should be teaching others how to do it. The people and awesome, So of course you support this kind of business!
Helps that everything is so fresh and super tasty. Thanks for all ya’ll do. Cheers!
We love the Smoldering Embers. It is a GREAT hot sauce with a delicious taste. You will not be disappointed.
Every sauce has its own identity and is as good as the rest....
I like being able to order in larger quantities so I can give as gifts to our children and friends. Being able to mix match a variety of flavors is awesome.
I like the ability to mix match different sauces in one order. This way I can order all my favorites, plus try a new one from time to time.
It doesn't take much of this spice to add a lot of heat to your food, so the small bottle will last a long time.
Adds wonderful flavor and as much heat as you want to get the heat level where you like it.
I use it on about everything.
Unlike other spicy BBQ sauces, this one really brings the heat. Love the flavor—my go-to with hamburgers, ribs, and anytime I want to add BBQ sauce.
One of my favorite hot sauces. Spicy, flavorful, and doesn't overwhelm the flavor of the food.
I'm a hot sauce aficionado and I've found that Pineapple Oasis is one of the best I've ever tasted. And getting 4 bottles at such a nice price is the icing on the cake!
Absolutely one of my favorite hot sauces. Very hot while but still extremely flavorful.
Absolutely delish, give all meats a irresistible flavor.
Pass the Fire Seed Mustard! Perfect on top of a bratwurst mixed in with the sauerkraut. Traditional mustard vehicles like an egg roll or pretzel are great with it too.
A small amount of heat with a really well rounded flavor. I absolutely LOVE it on a breakfast burrito with a small splash of Slow Death if I want a bit more heat (so always) Even with something like chorizo you can still taste the amazing smokiness.
