Frank’s RedHot Sauce Flavors Ranked From Worst To Best

The Image Party/Shutterstock By Sophia Hart/Aug. 24, 2022 2:43 pm EST

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you’ve got a plate of wings or bowl of noodles that you want to add an extra kick to, a bottle of hot, spicy sauce is the perfect way to do so. There are many different brands of hot sauce you can find in stores, all with varying levels of spiciness and taste. One popular brand that you may have happened upon while browsing is Frank’s RedHot Sauce. This hot sauce is a condiment that has inspired pop culture and society in many ways, as hot-sauce-doused dishes and snacks have become increasingly popular throughout the country. If you like things hot, then the hot sauces that Frank’s produces may be perfect for you.

This hot sauce has hit the jackpot in terms of its popularity. Even renowned NFL player Eli Manning has been featured in one of the company’s more hilarious commercials (via Sportsnaut). Though a hot sauce’s main goal is to liven up a meal through its spiciness, the best hot sauces also add a kick of flavor to your meals. Frank’s RedHot Sauce has a wide range of different sauces you can choose from. Upon a single glance, the differences between some of these sauces may seem subtle — however, the more you look into it, you’ll realize each of Frank’s sauces offers a unique flavor. So here’s a list of those sauces, ranked from worst to best.

  1. Frank’s RedHot Stingin’ Honey Teriyaki Wing Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

The first hot sauce we have on this list is Frank’s RedHot Stingin’ Honey Teriyaki Wing Sauce. This condiment takes the heat of a cayenne pepper, along with the sweeter taste of honey to make for a sauce to drizzle over or dip your wings into. This flavor combination may seem a little strange to you on the surface — sweet honey and hot cayenne pepper — but hey, maybe it doesn’t taste that bad! You shouldn’t bash something before you try it, right? Well, for this particular hot sauce, we politely disagree. The brand may describe this sauce as a perfect blend of flavors (via Frank’s RedHot), but we can’t help but feel as though that isn’t as close to the truth as one might hope.

This hot sauce seems to be a rebranded honey garlic sauce the brand carried, but the rebranding seems to have also come with a change in recipe, as many reviewers note on the product’s page that the two sauces have different tastes (as per Frank’s RedHot). They agree that this newer product tastes nothing like the older sauce, describe the teriyaki sauce as “terrible,” and call for the return of the original Stingin’ Honey Garlic Sauce. We’d say that this sauce doesn’t live up to the hype many hot sauces bring to the table, but when it comes to this flavor, there doesn’t seem to be any hype at all.

  1. Buffalo ‘N Ranch Thick Hot Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

Frank’s RedHot carries a line of thicker hot sauces, branded as being a good condiment to use for dipping a plate of freshly baked wings into, and one of the flavors the brand carries is its Buffalo ‘N Ranch Thick Hot Sauce. The flavor combination is one that reminds us of dipping a pile of buffalo wings into some ranch dressing, and though it tastes good — much better than the previous entry — it just isn’t as enticing as some of the other sauces on this list.

Ranch dressing is and forever will be a wonderful condiment to have for salads, wings, and burgers. However, when you want to add that extra ranch flavor to your wings, why go for a buffalo and ranch-flavored sauce instead of just getting buffalo wings and ranch? The sauce just doesn’t compare with the actual flavor of the two foods, and while there are some reviews claiming this sauce to be their favorite, there are others who disagree and argue that this thick sauce just isn’t it (via Frank’s RedHot). We’d definitely understand why you might enjoy this sauce because it does actually taste good. Though at the same time, we think some of the brand’s other sauces taste a lot better and are a bit more versatile in what you can do with them.

  1. Buffalo ‘N BBQ Thick Hot Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

The next sauce entry on this list that is touted as one of the Frank’s RedHot thicker, more dippable sauces is the Buffalo ‘N BBQ Thick Hot Sauce. It’s supposed to be a solid blend of smoky BBQ flavoring and a typical bottle of hot sauce, and though it doesn’t taste half bad, we do have some takeaways that put this sauce more toward the bottom of the list.

One of the appealing parts of most hot sauces is that they are extremely versatile — you can put them in soups, noodles, on wings, and anywhere you could think to add an extra kick of spice. While this sauce brings a unique, rich BBQ flavor that some of the other sauces this brand carries don’t, it isn’t as utilizable as most of the other sauces and the flavor may not be something you want to throw into a bowl of noodles. This would taste solid as a dip for a plate of wings, as well as maybe use on top of a burger or sandwich, but that’s all we could see someone using this sauce for. While it’s an acceptable option, this one simply doesn’t stand out as much as some of the other sauces.

  1. Chile ’n Lime Hot Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

Though regular hot sauces attract attention for their heat, other sauces assert themselves through more tart, citrusy notes. This is the point in the ranking that the sauces all taste really good, and we have to get a little more nitpicky about each entry. So even though this next sauce is more toward the lower half of the list, it doesn’t mean this sauce tastes bad. Frank’s RedHot Chile ’n Lime Hot Sauce is a condiment that takes the tangy flavor of lime and blends it with the spiciness you typically find in their hot collection.

The featured recipe for this hot sauce with a citrus twist is for a spicy margarita. The more tangy taste of this sauce might not be the flavor preference of many folks, but even if you aren’t a fan of the citrus factor, we suggest at the very least giving it a try. The spiciness works surprisingly well with the lime.

  1. Xtra Hot Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

Some people like their wings hot, while others like their wings blazing hot. The next sauce flavor on this list is Frank’s RedHot Xtra Hot Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce. It’s a lot like its original hot sauce with the heat factor turned up from 100 to 400. This savory sauce is exactly what you need if you’re looking to make your wings, burger, or whatever calls for hot sauce a lot hotter. This product is made with an extra incalescent blend of aged cayenne peppers, according to the company, which adds a little burn and makes it all the better for spice lovers.

This hot sauce is exactly how you think it would be: extremely fiery. It’s not as hot as an actual pepper or blend of spices, but put this on a taco, burger, or some wings, and you’ll need a sip of water after the fact. Some people can’t handle too much heat, which is why we didn’t rank this flavor any higher, but if you can handle high levels of spice, then there’s no reason why you wouldn’t enjoy this extra spicy sauce.

  1. Sweet Chili Hot Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

Most of Frank’s RedHot hot sauces are made for wings and other meat dishes. To complement the savory, meat-heavy meals they’re added to, most of the brand’s sauces are primarily savory. But what about sweet? You look for hot sauces to add a bit of spice to your dishes, but if a sauce is sweet and spicy, then you’re in for a surprisingly tasty combination of flavors that will leave you wanting more. Frank’s RedHot brand has a sauce that accomplishes this: Sweet Chili Hot Sauce. The condiment takes the flavors of fresh chilis and makes for an incredibly appetizing hot sauce.

The Sweet Chili hot sauce is incredibly pulpy and zesty, and we could easily see ourselves using it as a marinade or dip for shrimp, egg rolls, or chicken strips. There are a ton of recipes for this product listed on the Frank’s RedHot page, so not only does it taste great, but you can use it on just about anything you like. If you prefer seafood, then this sauce will elevate your shrimp or salmon to sweet and spicy perfection, and it’ll do the same for any meat dish, or even a platter of fries.

  1. Original Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

At the top of this hot sauce list, we have none other than Frank’s RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce. As the sauce that really gave this brand its popularity, how could we not put this iconic condiment in our number one spot? If you have stepped into the hot sauce aisle in your local grocery store, there’s a good chance that this is the sauce you’ve seen — or you have already used in your ramen meals, tacos, or on wings. Made with a premium blend of aged cayenne peppers, this hot sauce brings the perfect balance of heat and flavor to anything you like.

This sauce is easy to find, easy to use, and easy to enjoy. If you like things hot, but not too hot, then the heat Frank’s RedHot Original carries is perfect for you. “Perfect” is actually a word that’s used a lot when describing this sauce. The first review of this product on the official online page describes the condiment as “absolutely perfect,” and pretty much everywhere else, the sentiment is echoed — not just online, but in our bellies as well. There are so many dishes that can be improved with this sauce, with its memorable heat and alluring flavor, we’d be fools not to say that this hot sauce deserves the #1 spot.

Frank’s RedHot Sauce Flavors Ranked From Worst To Best

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By Sophia Hart/Aug. 24, 2022 2:43 pm EST

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you’ve got a plate of wings or bowl of noodles that you want to add an extra kick to, a bottle of hot, spicy sauce is the perfect way to do so. There are many different brands of hot sauce you can find in stores, all with varying levels of spiciness and taste. One popular brand that you may have happened upon while browsing is Frank’s RedHot Sauce. This hot sauce is a condiment that has inspired pop culture and society in many ways, as hot-sauce-doused dishes and snacks have become increasingly popular throughout the country. If you like things hot, then the hot sauces that Frank’s produces may be perfect for you.

This hot sauce has hit the jackpot in terms of its popularity. Even renowned NFL player Eli Manning has been featured in one of the company’s more hilarious commercials (via Sportsnaut). Though a hot sauce’s main goal is to liven up a meal through its spiciness, the best hot sauces also add a kick of flavor to your meals. Frank’s RedHot Sauce has a wide range of different sauces you can choose from. Upon a single glance, the differences between some of these sauces may seem subtle — however, the more you look into it, you’ll realize each of Frank’s sauces offers a unique flavor. So here’s a list of those sauces, ranked from worst to best.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links.

This hot sauce has hit the jackpot in terms of its popularity. Even renowned NFL player Eli Manning has been featured in one of the company’s more hilarious commercials (via Sportsnaut). Though a hot sauce’s main goal is to liven up a meal through its spiciness, the best hot sauces also add a kick of flavor to your meals. Frank’s RedHot Sauce has a wide range of different sauces you can choose from. Upon a single glance, the differences between some of these sauces may seem subtle — however, the more you look into it, you’ll realize each of Frank’s sauces offers a unique flavor. So here’s a list of those sauces, ranked from worst to best.

12. Frank’s RedHot Stingin’ Honey Teriyaki Wing Sauce

Frank’s RedHot

The first hot sauce we have on this list is Frank’s RedHot Stingin’ Honey Teriyaki Wing Sauce. This condiment takes the heat of a cayenne pepper, along with the sweeter taste of honey to make for a sauce to drizzle over or dip your wings into. This flavor combination may seem a little strange to you on the surface — sweet honey and hot cayenne pepper — but hey, maybe it doesn’t taste that bad! You shouldn’t bash something before you try it, right? Well, for this particular hot sauce, we politely disagree. The brand may describe this sauce as a perfect blend of flavors (via Frank’s RedHot), but we can’t help but feel as though that isn’t as close to the truth as one might hope.

This hot sauce seems to be a rebranded honey garlic sauce the brand carried, but the rebranding seems to have also come with a change in recipe, as many reviewers note on the product’s page that the two sauces have different tastes (as per Frank’s RedHot). They agree that this newer product tastes nothing like the older sauce, describe the teriyaki sauce as “terrible,” and call for the return of the original Stingin’ Honey Garlic Sauce. We’d say that this sauce doesn’t live up to the hype many hot sauces bring to the table, but when it comes to this flavor, there doesn’t seem to be any hype at all.

This hot sauce seems to be a rebranded honey garlic sauce the brand carried, but the rebranding seems to have also come with a change in recipe, as many reviewers note on the product’s page that the two sauces have different tastes (as per Frank’s RedHot). They agree that this newer product tastes nothing like the older sauce, describe the teriyaki sauce as “terrible,” and call for the return of the original Stingin’ Honey Garlic Sauce. We’d say that this sauce doesn’t live up to the hype many hot sauces bring to the table, but when it comes to this flavor, there doesn’t seem to be any hype at all.

11. Buffalo ‘N Ranch Thick Hot Sauce

Frank’s RedHot carries a line of thicker hot sauces, branded as being a good condiment to use for dipping a plate of freshly baked wings into, and one of the flavors the brand carries is its Buffalo ‘N Ranch Thick Hot Sauce. The flavor combination is one that reminds us of dipping a pile of buffalo wings into some ranch dressing, and though it tastes good — much better than the previous entry — it just isn’t as enticing as some of the other sauces on this list.

Ranch dressing is and forever will be a wonderful condiment to have for salads, wings, and burgers. However, when you want to add that extra ranch flavor to your wings, why go for a buffalo and ranch-flavored sauce instead of just getting buffalo wings and ranch? The sauce just doesn’t compare with the actual flavor of the two foods, and while there are some reviews claiming this sauce to be their favorite, there are others who disagree and argue that this thick sauce just isn’t it (via Frank’s RedHot). We’d definitely understand why you might enjoy this sauce because it does actually taste good. Though at the same time, we think some of the brand’s other sauces taste a lot better and are a bit more versatile in what you can do with them.

Ranch dressing is and forever will be a wonderful condiment to have for salads, wings, and burgers. However, when you want to add that extra ranch flavor to your wings, why go for a buffalo and ranch-flavored sauce instead of just getting buffalo wings and ranch? The sauce just doesn’t compare with the actual flavor of the two foods, and while there are some reviews claiming this sauce to be their favorite, there are others who disagree and argue that this thick sauce just isn’t it (via Frank’s RedHot). We’d definitely understand why you might enjoy this sauce because it does actually taste good. Though at the same time, we think some of the brand’s other sauces taste a lot better and are a bit more versatile in what you can do with them.

10. Original Thick Hot Sauce

9. Buffalo ‘N BBQ Thick Hot Sauce

The next sauce entry on this list that is touted as one of the Frank’s RedHot thicker, more dippable sauces is the Buffalo ‘N BBQ Thick Hot Sauce. It’s supposed to be a solid blend of smoky BBQ flavoring and a typical bottle of hot sauce, and though it doesn’t taste half bad, we do have some takeaways that put this sauce more toward the bottom of the list.

One of the appealing parts of most hot sauces is that they are extremely versatile — you can put them in soups, noodles, on wings, and anywhere you could think to add an extra kick of spice. While this sauce brings a unique, rich BBQ flavor that some of the other sauces this brand carries don’t, it isn’t as utilizable as most of the other sauces and the flavor may not be something you want to throw into a bowl of noodles. This would taste solid as a dip for a plate of wings, as well as maybe use on top of a burger or sandwich, but that’s all we could see someone using this sauce for. While it’s an acceptable option, this one simply doesn’t stand out as much as some of the other sauces.

One of the appealing parts of most hot sauces is that they are extremely versatile — you can put them in soups, noodles, on wings, and anywhere you could think to add an extra kick of spice. While this sauce brings a unique, rich BBQ flavor that some of the other sauces this brand carries don’t, it isn’t as utilizable as most of the other sauces and the flavor may not be something you want to throw into a bowl of noodles. This would taste solid as a dip for a plate of wings, as well as maybe use on top of a burger or sandwich, but that’s all we could see someone using this sauce for. While it’s an acceptable option, this one simply doesn’t stand out as much as some of the other sauces.

8. Chile ’n Lime Hot Sauce

Though regular hot sauces attract attention for their heat, other sauces assert themselves through more tart, citrusy notes. This is the point in the ranking that the sauces all taste really good, and we have to get a little more nitpicky about each entry. So even though this next sauce is more toward the lower half of the list, it doesn’t mean this sauce tastes bad. Frank’s RedHot Chile ’n Lime Hot Sauce is a condiment that takes the tangy flavor of lime and blends it with the spiciness you typically find in their hot collection.

The featured recipe for this hot sauce with a citrus twist is for a spicy margarita. The more tangy taste of this sauce might not be the flavor preference of many folks, but even if you aren’t a fan of the citrus factor, we suggest at the very least giving it a try. The spiciness works surprisingly well with the lime.

The featured recipe for this hot sauce with a citrus twist is for a spicy margarita. The more tangy taste of this sauce might not be the flavor preference of many folks, but even if you aren’t a fan of the citrus factor, we suggest at the very least giving it a try. The spiciness works surprisingly well with the lime.

7. Frank’s RedHot Garlic Buffalo Wings Hot Sauce

6. Frank’s RedHot Mild Wings Sauce

5. Xtra Hot Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce

Some people like their wings hot, while others like their wings blazing hot. The next sauce flavor on this list is Frank’s RedHot Xtra Hot Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce. It’s a lot like its original hot sauce with the heat factor turned up from 100 to 400. This savory sauce is exactly what you need if you’re looking to make your wings, burger, or whatever calls for hot sauce a lot hotter. This product is made with an extra incalescent blend of aged cayenne peppers, according to the company, which adds a little burn and makes it all the better for spice lovers.

This hot sauce is exactly how you think it would be: extremely fiery. It’s not as hot as an actual pepper or blend of spices, but put this on a taco, burger, or some wings, and you’ll need a sip of water after the fact. Some people can’t handle too much heat, which is why we didn’t rank this flavor any higher, but if you can handle high levels of spice, then there’s no reason why you wouldn’t enjoy this extra spicy sauce.

This hot sauce is exactly how you think it would be: extremely fiery. It’s not as hot as an actual pepper or blend of spices, but put this on a taco, burger, or some wings, and you’ll need a sip of water after the fact. Some people can’t handle too much heat, which is why we didn’t rank this flavor any higher, but if you can handle high levels of spice, then there’s no reason why you wouldn’t enjoy this extra spicy sauce.

4. Sweet Chili Hot Sauce

Most of Frank’s RedHot hot sauces are made for wings and other meat dishes. To complement the savory, meat-heavy meals they’re added to, most of the brand’s sauces are primarily savory. But what about sweet? You look for hot sauces to add a bit of spice to your dishes, but if a sauce is sweet and spicy, then you’re in for a surprisingly tasty combination of flavors that will leave you wanting more. Frank’s RedHot brand has a sauce that accomplishes this: Sweet Chili Hot Sauce. The condiment takes the flavors of fresh chilis and makes for an incredibly appetizing hot sauce.

The Sweet Chili hot sauce is incredibly pulpy and zesty, and we could easily see ourselves using it as a marinade or dip for shrimp, egg rolls, or chicken strips. There are a ton of recipes for this product listed on the Frank’s RedHot page, so not only does it taste great, but you can use it on just about anything you like. If you prefer seafood, then this sauce will elevate your shrimp or salmon to sweet and spicy perfection, and it’ll do the same for any meat dish, or even a platter of fries.

The Sweet Chili hot sauce is incredibly pulpy and zesty, and we could easily see ourselves using it as a marinade or dip for shrimp, egg rolls, or chicken strips. There are a ton of recipes for this product listed on the Frank’s RedHot page, so not only does it taste great, but you can use it on just about anything you like. If you prefer seafood, then this sauce will elevate your shrimp or salmon to sweet and spicy perfection, and it’ll do the same for any meat dish, or even a platter of fries.

3. Nashville Hot Wings Sauce

2. Buffalo Wings Hot Sauce

1. Original Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce

At the top of this hot sauce list, we have none other than Frank’s RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce. As the sauce that really gave this brand its popularity, how could we not put this iconic condiment in our number one spot? If you have stepped into the hot sauce aisle in your local grocery store, there’s a good chance that this is the sauce you’ve seen — or you have already used in your ramen meals, tacos, or on wings. Made with a premium blend of aged cayenne peppers, this hot sauce brings the perfect balance of heat and flavor to anything you like.

This sauce is easy to find, easy to use, and easy to enjoy. If you like things hot, but not too hot, then the heat Frank’s RedHot Original carries is perfect for you. “Perfect” is actually a word that’s used a lot when describing this sauce. The first review of this product on the official online page describes the condiment as “absolutely perfect,” and pretty much everywhere else, the sentiment is echoed — not just online, but in our bellies as well. There are so many dishes that can be improved with this sauce, with its memorable heat and alluring flavor, we’d be fools not to say that this hot sauce deserves the #1 spot.

This sauce is easy to find, easy to use, and easy to enjoy. If you like things hot, but not too hot, then the heat Frank’s RedHot Original carries is perfect for you. “Perfect” is actually a word that’s used a lot when describing this sauce. The first review of this product on the official online page describes the condiment as “absolutely perfect,” and pretty much everywhere else, the sentiment is echoed — not just online, but in our bellies as well. There are so many dishes that can be improved with this sauce, with its memorable heat and alluring flavor, we’d be fools not to say that this hot sauce deserves the #1 spot.