Totec's Tears Mild Pasilla & Plum 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.

Totec's Tears Mild Pasilla & Plum Hot Sauce – 9 oz

Totec's Tears combines guajillo, ancho and pasilla chiles with plum for a smoky, fruity sauce. The maker rates it at 1/10 heat and describes a thick texture suited to both spooning and dipping. This 9 oz jar is a choice for people who want dried-chile depth without the intensity of an extra hot sauce.

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

Serve a spoonful alongside grilled pork or roast chicken, or use it as a finishing sauce for potatoes. Its dried-chile and plum profile also gives a different direction to a pot of chili. Add it in small increments and taste the finished dish before changing the seasoning further.

• Try with grilled pork and chicken.
• Try with roasted potatoes.
• Try with chili, stews and dipping plates.

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.