Kentucky Queen

Kentucky Queen is a small-batch hot sauce built around beets, raspberries, honey, and apple cider vinegar. The result is a fruit-forward sauce with measured heat and a distinctly Kentucky-leaning flavor.

At a glance

• Style: Artisan hot sauce, Kentucky-inspired
• Key ingredients: beets, raspberries, honey, apple cider vinegar
• Flavor profile: fruity, tangy, sweet heat
• Format: single bottle, $10
• Category: Pantry, Hot Sauce
• Vendor: Origin Trade Goods

Best for

• Drizzling over goat cheese or burrata
• Glazing roast pork or duck
• Adding tang to grilled chicken sandwiches
• Stirring into vinaigrettes and marinades
• Topping eggs, avocado toast, or breakfast tacos
• Cocktail rims and bloody mary mixes

How to use and pairings

Use as a finishing sauce after cooking to keep the fresh fruit notes intact. Pairs especially well with rich proteins, creamy cheeses, and salty snacks.

About Origin Trade Goods

Origin Trade Goods is a craft maker of Southern-style sauces, spice blends, and snacks.