"Where is this place?" I looked at the directions that led me to an inconspicuous storefront exactly across the street from Matt the Millers in the one story strip mall near the roundabout. When arriving, I saw Amazing Hazel's van parked in the parking lot so I knew I was close.
Upon walking in I was greeted by Dave, the owner and creator of Amazing Hazel product line. He was attentive and sweet allowing me the time to fully understand the heart and soul that went into each of his product offerings. He offers 3 different hot sauces, one to be a wing sauce in the future, 2 Bloody Mary Mixes, a spice mix and the legendary Chili Sauce. I walked out with the Chili Sauce and the Zesty Bloody Mary Mix.
The Chili sauce is the name sake and reason why Amazing Hazel exists. Hazel was his grandmother and he stumbled upon her recipe after his mother died. Upon making the sauce, each bite was a reminder of tastes from his childhood. The Chili sauce is a slightly sweet tomato, green pepper sauce with chunks of fresh onion, peppers and onions. In your mouth it has a start of a sweet taste but finishes with a little heat. (Admittedly, I am a spicy person and did not find it too spicy). Chili sauce can be used as a base for sloppy joes, a topper for burgers, added to spaghetti marina for zing etc. I plan on trying it with sloppy joes myself.
The Zesty Bloody Mary Mix is a thicker cousin to the original Bloody Mary Mix. There is not horseradish nor Worcestershire in either these mixes. Zesty Bloody Mary Mix has a tomato based mix with onions, green peppers, jalapeños, citrus notes and GINGER. For me, it will be served over ice, with Tito's vodka, celery and a crispy fried bacon piece (add blue cheese stuffed olives for the hubby). What I love most, is that the spicy can be made spicer with horseradish or wasabi, or it's fine for those with a milder pallet to have standing on its on. The ginger adds a layer of flavor that no other mixers offer at this time!
Lastly, there are great gift box options for that tough to buy person. Amazing Hazel will customize and make suggestions to make your gift stand out. I could see these being great gifts for welcome baskets for weddings/showers/or best of Hamilton county bag. If you're interested, a recipe of the month is sent over email to all who are interested. This is a nice touch. read more