Chi-Chee Fermented Kimchi Hot Sauce – 9 oz

Homero Gonzalez founded Harmacy Hot Sauce Co. in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Christmas Day 2020. Inspired by his Cuban upbringing and his grandmother's cooking, he began making sauces to share with friends while studying electrical engineering. Their encouragement helped turn the hobby into a business centered on distinctive flavors and balanced heat. The company makes its sauces in-house in small batches and emphasizes care in preparation, creative recipes and the pleasure of sharing good food.

Chi-Chee Fermented Kimchi Hot Sauce – 9 oz

Chi-Chee turns fermented vegetables, gochugaru and miso into a tangy kimchi hot sauce. The maker rates it at 3/10, giving the savory fermentation flavors a gentler pepper setting than the extra hot Ox-King. Its ingredient list includes cabbage, radish, carrot, tamari and miso, and the producer declares soy.

The finished sauces are manufactured in Cookeville, Tennessee, United States. Harmacy's in-house production is described by the maker and its Pick Tennessee producer listing. This identifies where the sauce is made; the growing countries of individual peppers, fruit and spices have not been established.

Flavor and serving ideas

Stir a little into a bowl of ramen after serving or spoon it over rice and vegetables. The tangy, savory flavor also gives a different direction to a burger or egg sandwich. For a shared meal, offer the jar with a clean spoon so each diner can choose their portion.

• Try with rice bowls and ramen.
• Try with stir-fries and eggs.
• Try with burgers, sandwiches and pizza.

Browse BuyAmerican's American-made hot sauce collection for other flavor profiles, or use our hot sauce guide to compare your options. The maker's relative heat ratings are a starting point; portion size and the food you serve with a sauce affect the tasting experience.

Product specifications

This listing is for the named 9 oz sauce, rather than a mixed assortment. Use the quantity and the specific flavor selection when comparing a single jar with a variety pack.

Storage and handling

The maker's FAQ gives an unopened shelf life of two years and instructs customers to refrigerate after opening and use within two months. Follow the best-by date on the jar; the amount of unopened storage time remaining depends on the production batch. Store unopened jars in a cool, dry place.

Use a clean spoon when portioning the sauce, wipe the rim as needed and close the lid after serving. For a gift set or tasting, keep track of when each jar was opened so the storage directions remain easy to follow.