By Michelle Roberts
Are you ready to add some excitement to your meals? Look no further than Shelby Spice, a small-batch hot sauce company based in Shelby, NC, that’s here to ignite your taste buds.
Specializing in handcrafted hot sauces and other spicy delights, Shelby Spice focuses on all-natural ingredients, small-batch handcrafting, and delicious recipes. Their catchy motto, “Hits like a train, sings like a song,” perfectly states what you'll experience when you try these sauces.
With every bottle, you’ll not only feel the heat but also enjoy the intricate flavors that make each creation unique.
And if all that wasn't enough to make you try it, Shelby Spice has a culinary connection to the community you can taste in every bottle.
Meet Shelby Spice
Before we get into the flavors, let's talk about what Shelby Spice is and how it came to be. Shelby Spice is redefining the hot sauce game in North Carolina with its artisanal approach. Using family farm peppers and renowned vinegars, each product embodies local flavors and a strong sense of community.
The Heart of Shelby Spice is Shelby, NC
Shelby, NC, may be a small town, but it boasts a big flavor profile. It’s the birthplace of Shelby Spice, a hot sauce company enhancing the local culinary scene.
The town’s rich history and vibrant community inspired founder Duncan Blount to set out on this tasty journey.
Every bottle reflects Shelby's charm, echoing the pride of the community. As Shelby Spice grows, it remains committed to its roots, hosting events that unite people over delicious food and exceptional hot sauce.
Duncan Blount’s Artisanal Vision for Shelby Spice
Duncan pours his passion into every bottle of Shelby Spice. His love for hot sauce began in his childhood, influenced by his father’s love for spicy cuisine. Today, he meticulously crafts each sauce with creativity and care.
You’ll notice the quality in Blount’s small-batch production. Using natural ingredients, he creates complex flavors that enhance the heat. He believes in flavor and character, THEN heat. His sauces are not only spicy; they are full of personality.
One standout product is the Seven Gables Hot Sauce, featuring bourbon barrel-aged vinegar and a blend of fresh peppers, showcasing Blount’s innovative flair.
Supporting Local Farms
Shelby Spice goes beyond just making hot sauce; it actively supports the local community. Duncan sources fresh peppers and other ingredients by partnering with family farms in the area, like Growing the Good Life Farmstand.
When you buy a bottle of this sauce, you’re not just getting a delicious sauce; you’re also supporting a network of local farmers. These homegrown collaborations ensure that Shelby Spice products are consistently fresh and flavorful.
This effort that Duncan makes in these partnerships also strengthens ties between urban and rural communities in North Carolina. Enjoying Shelby Spice means savoring the dedication of local farmers and the region’s rich agricultural heritage.
Now Let's Explore the Flavors, Shall We?
Shelby Spice offers a flavorful adventure that combines heat with depth. Their range of hot sauces caters to all heat preferences, ensuring something for everyone.
Each sauce strikes a perfect balance between heat and rich flavor profiles. With cayenne peppers adding a kick and other spices enhancing the taste, these sauces are sure to impress. Duncan makes sauces with jalapeno, serrano, and puma peppers, along with the highest quality vinegars and oils.
Let's dive into the flavor specifics of each sauce!
Fang
The Fang Hot Sauce showcases the Puma Pepper, an Italian hybrid chili with deep purple and yellow colors. It has a sweet, citrusy, and floral flavor similar to habaneros, ranking 7 on a 1-10 heat scale. Made with Puma Peppers, onions, apple cider vinegar, agave, lemon juice, and olive oil. The Puma Peppers that Duncan uses were grown by local Kings Mountain High School Students, with proceeds supporting their school's Future Farmers of America chapter.
The Eternal Now
Our most requested hot sauce, The Eternal Now, combines jalapeños and mangos for a sweet and spicy flavor. With a 5,000+ Scoville estimate, it's not too sweet or too spicy. Made with jalapeños, mangos, Filipino cane vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and spices, it's perfect for pizza, chicken, tacos, and anything needing a breath of sweet heat.
Yes Ma'am Hot Sauce
Inspired by Duncan's spicy Southern grandma's tough love, Yes Ma'am is a balanced Red Serrano hot sauce with a hint of Ghost Peppers. Ranking 5 out of 10 on the heat scale, this 15,000+ Scoville sauce combines the perfect amount of flavor and heat. Crafted with care over four months, it's loaded with Red Serranos, garlic, and two premium kinds of vinegar. When you taste it, an ancestral respect will ripple in your heart as you add a dash of spice and raw Southern charm to your meal.
A Commitment to Natural Ingredients
For health-conscious spice enthusiasts, Shelby Spice is a dream come true. Their sauces are vegan-friendly and free from artificial additives.
You can feel good about what you’re enjoying, knowing that fresh peppers from local farms are used in every bottle. This not only supports the community but also guarantees top-notch quality.
Limited edition sauces highlight seasonal ingredients, offering a delicious way to connect with North Carolina’s agricultural roots. Ready to spice things up? Just click “add to cart” and give your pantry a flavorful boost.
Choose Your Own Culinary Adventures with Shelby Spice
Get ready to enhance your cooking with Shelby Spice sauces. These aren’t just for dipping – they can elevate your recipes to new heights.
Add a splash to a white chicken chili for an extra layer of flavor, or mix some into masa flour for zesty corn tortillas.
The possibilities for these sauces are truly endless!
Planning a gathering? Shelby Spice sauces are perfect for entertaining. Set out a variety of bottles and let your guests customize their heat levels. It’s a fun way to bring people together over delicious food.
Remember, a little goes a long way. Start with small amounts and adjust to your taste. Before long, you’ll be singing the praises of your spicy culinary creations!
Now that you know everything about Shelby Spice...
...are you ready to add some North Carolina heat to your life?
Shelby Spice is here to bring the fire and the flavor, all while supporting local farmers and the vibrant community of Shelby, NC.
With every bottle, you're not just getting a delicious hot sauce – you're joining a spicy revolution that's taking the culinary world by storm!
From the sweet and tangy "Eternal Now" to the bourbon barrel-aged "Seven Gables", there's a Shelby Spice sauce for every palate and every occasion.