Texas Ex's: The Best Craft Hot Sauce in Texas
Updated: Oct 20
Texas is well-known for its delicious and spicy cuisine. From BBQ to Tex-Mex, there’s no shortage of flavor in the Lone Star State. And when it comes to hot sauce, Texas definitely knows how to bring the heat AND flavor. Everything is bigger and better in the Lone Star State, including our hot sauce.
That's why we're excited to talk to you about Mikey V's Texas Ex's hot sauce... the best craft hot sauce in Texas!
This vinegar-based salsa is packed with seven different peppers and spices, roasted tomatoes, fresh onions, and garlic for a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
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Who Is Mikey V's Foods?
Mikey V's Foods is a Texas-based and veteran owned company that specializes in creating unique, flavorful hot sauces and salsas. Founded by Michael Valencia (aka Mikey V), he brings his passion for cooking and love for spicy food to every bottle of hot sauce. Mikey V has been crafting spicy foods and hot sauces since the age of 13 and has crafted some of the best hot sauces in Texas today.
In addition to the award winning Texas Ex's hot sauce, Mikey V's Foods offers a variety of other products, such as salsa, spices, spicy reaper pickles, spicy beef jerky, and even a monthly hot sauce subscription service.
Texas Ex's Hot Sauce: A Texas Flavor Explosion
As mentioned, Texas Ex's is made with a variety of peppers (7 to be specific), including jalapenos, habaneros, red fresno, scotch bonnets, yellow moruga scorpions, bhut jolakia-ghost peppers, and the brown moruga trinidad scorpion... yeah, that's a lot!
But don't worry, it's not just all about the heat. It's been crafted to have balanced flavors to create a delicious blend that will enhance any dish.
The roasted tomatoes and fresh onions add a touch of sweetness, while the garlic adds a savory note that complements the spice perfectly.
Award Winning Texas Sauce
Texas Ex's quickly established itself as a heavyweight in the craft sauce circuit shortly after launch. It took home its first major recognition in 2014, earning 2nd Place in the Super Hot category at the prestigious Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival alongside dual honors at the national Hot Pepper Awards. In 2016, it captured 1st Place at the World Hot Sauce Awards, followed by another podium finish at the 2017 Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival.
Awards & Honors:
1st Place – World Hot Sauce Awards (2016)
2nd Place – Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival (2017)
2nd Place – The Hot Pepper Awards (2014)
3rd Place – The Hot Pepper Awards (2014)
Reviews and Suggestions
Texas Ex's hot sauce has received rave reviews from many satisfied customers. Many have commented on its unique blend of heat and flavor, making it a standout among other hot sauces in the market.
"My favorite sauce made to perfection as always. Mikey V products are always consistent and the top of the sauce game. Great people as well." - Bill
What to Pair With Texas Ex's Hot Sauce
This hot sauce is incredibly versatile, making it a go-to condiment for many dishes.
It pairs perfectly:
Eggs
Pork
Chicken
Beef
Soups
Pizza
Carnita Tacos
Burritos
Fish Tacos
Bloody Marys
And More!
Get creative and add it to any dish that needs a little extra kick. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you.
Ready to Try Texas Favorite Craft Hot Sauce?
If you're ready to elevate your hot sauce game, head over to Mikey V's Foods website and get yourself a bottle (or two) of Texas Ex's hot sauce.
It's the sauce that bites back!
And don't forget to check out the other products and hot sauce subscription service for even more delicious options. Once you try Texas Ex's hot sauce, you'll understand why it's one of the best craft hot sauces in Texas!
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