Naagin Sauces came into being when the founders realized that the best-selling hot sauce in India is from another country. India, a country which is known for all things spicy, did not have a best-selling hot sauce! How is that even possible?! Made using locally grown chillies showcasing the varied chillies of India, Naagin hot sauces come in 4 different flavors – The Original, The 65, Kantha Bomb and Smoky Bhoot.
These sauces claim to pack in a considerable amount of heat that will leave you asking for a glass of milk. Read our Naagin Hot Sauces review to know if these hot, SPICY sauces are your cup of tea or not?
Table of Contents
Our Review Factors
What are we expecting? We are looking forward to a flavorful and spicy sauce experience.
We gauged the 4 flavors of Naagin Hot Sauces on the following parameters:
1. Flavor + Heat Level
Our checklist for flavor and heat level includes the following:
- Is the sauce well seasoned?
- How balanced and well-rounded is the heat?
- Are these sauces truly ‘hot’? If yes, does the spiciness of the sauce do justice to the heat levels mentioned on the pack?
- Can we detect any spices and aromatics in the flavor profile?
- Is there a noticeable difference in heat intensity between the sauces?
2. Consistency
The consistency of the sauce is an important parameter because it can help determine the end usage correctly.
- How is the consistency of the sauce? Is it thick or flowy or too thin?
- Does it have a smooth, dipping-friendly texture?
3. Other Parameters
We also gauged these sauces on the following points:
- Are these sauces value for money?
- Is the pricing justified for the quality of hot sauce that is provided?
- What is the shelf life of Naagin Hot Sauces?
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Naagin Hot Sauces Flavors – Detailed Review
Quick Overview
In 2021, we tested Naagin Hot Sauces and rated The Original as our favorite. Now, in 2024, the tables have flipped! The Smoky Bhoot flavor takes the spotlight for being the spiciest of them all!
Chilli Source
The table below outlines the types of chillies and their impact on flavor pertaining to the Naagin Hot Sauces:
| Naagin Hot Sauces | Types of Chilli Used | How it Impacts The Flavor? |
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| The 65 |
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| Kantha Bomb |
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| The Original |
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1. Smoke Bhoot
Product Details
The Naagin Indian Hot Sauce (Smoke Bhoot) comes in a glass bottle. A 230 gm bottle of hot sauce is priced at Rs 250/-. The color of the sauce has a dark orange-red hue.
These are made using –Lavangi Chillies, Bhut Jolokia Chillies.
When we reviewed the product in 2021, the sauce was labeled as Bhoot. However, if you purchase it today, please note that the packaging and flavor name may have changed.
Our Experience
Upon opening the bottle we got a strong, pungent smokey garlic and vinegar aroma. This smelled like chillies in a bottle! Just like the original one, the consistency of the sauce is thick.
Our tasting team consists of a mixed group of people with varied chilli tolerance levels. We tasted this sauce with caution; we won’t lie. Bhut Jolokia is one of the hottest peppers in the world, after all.
Now coming to the tasting! The spiciness of the sauce kicks in as soon as you take a bite of the sauce along with a basic snack. It touches the tip of your tongue and continues to grow till you have finished the entire bite.
The first flavor note offers a playful mild sweetness which turns into a spice-loaded truck as you finish off the bite. The HOT ghost peppers showcase themselves brilliantly here. The notes of garlic, vinegar, and sugar, along with the light smokiness, are just marvelous.
Now, the burning hot question? Did we require a glass of milk for this hot sauce? Yes, some did. This sauce is not meant for people with low or medium chilli tolerance levels. You need to be a spice loving person to enjoy this fully. Other than that, we really liked this ghost pepper sauce with a smokey flavor.
- It fulfilled the claim of being an ‘Extra Spicy’ sauce.
- We liked the flavor profile of this hot sauce.
- The heat coming from the bhut jolokia chillies is very fresh and sharp.
- The mildly sweet and garlicky notes are noticeable and much needed in the sauce.
Definitely not meant for the faint-hearted, this Naagin Indian Hot Sauce (Smoke Bhoot) is best suited for people who like it SPICY!
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2. The 65
Product Details
Priced at ₹250, this product comes in a 230g glass bottle with a shelf life of one year. The packaging features unique and eye-catching graphics inspired by chillies and their location.
The key ingredients include: Purified water, Onion, Tomato puree, Vegetable oil (Rice bran oil), Garlic, Vinegar [Water, Acidity regulator (E260)], Chillies (Kashmiri chilli, Byadgi chilies), Spices and condiments, Ginger, Salt, Curry leaves, Turmeric, Stabiliser (E415), and Permitted Class II Preservative (E211).
Byadgi chillies are prized for their mild heat and distinct smoky, earthy flavor, which adds depth and complexity to dishes. Their vibrant red color and subtle spiciness make them a perfect choice for creating rich, aromatic sauces.
This sauce can be used for dipping, cooking and marination.
Our Experience
Aroma + Appearance
The 65 hot sauce by Naagin has a deep red hue. It has an enticing aroma of tomatoes, onions, and garlic that greets you upon opening the bottle.
Flavor
This is an extremely flavorful sauce that will go perfectly well with numerous Indian snacks from mini idlis to appams. This also doubles up as a marinade and can be used for preparing mouthwatering dishes like paneer 65 or chicken 65.
While not overly spicy, the heat level is perfectly rated at 3/10, offering a gentle yet satisfying chilli kick. The addition of curry leaves lends a delightful flavor, pleasing aroma and a distinct Southern touch that enhances the complexity.
While the use of Byadgi chilies adds a subtle warmth that ties together the Southern-inspired notes beautifully.
Consistency
This has a thick consistency and a slightly coarser texture that sets it apart from the original Naagin sauce (which was smooth and flowy).
- Thick consistency
- Super flavorful
- Versatile sauce
- Heat level is in sync with the label.
The Naagin 65 Sauce is perfect for those who love bold, authentic Indian flavors with a mild kick of heat.
3. Kantha Bomb
Product Details
The Naagin Kantha Bomb Sauce comes in a glass bottle and is made using Kanthari Chillies. These are bird’s eye chilli from South Kerala. A 230 gm bottle retails at a cost of Rs. 250.
It comes with a shelf life of 12 months. It is best to consume the sauce within 2 months after opening. This sauce contains no artificial colors and flavors.
Key Ingredients: Purified water, Chillies (Green chilli, Kanthari chilli), Onion, Veg oil, Rice bran oil, Celery, Garlic, Vinegar (Water acidity regulator), Sugar, Salt, Ginger, Turmeric, Stabilizer and Preservatives.
Our Experience
The color of sauce is light-medium shade of green. This is the thickest sauce amongst all the contenders. As soon as we opened the bottle, the robust chilli and garlic kick was undeniable.
During our dry-tasting and dipping stage, Naagin’s Green Chilli Sauce won us over for its well-rounded heat, balanced seasoning and flavor of garlic. This did not perform as well in our cooking stage, as it did not coat the veggies at all.
- The Naagin Kantha Bomb Sauce has a well-rounded spiciness. It is also seasoned well.
- The thick texture is favorable for dipping.
- We liked the garlicky flavor of the sauce.
- This was the spiciest green chilli sauce amongst all the brands we tested.
- It has a spreadable consistency and can be used as a spread in burgers and open sandwiches.
- This sauce did not fare well in our cooking test.
- We would have liked it if the percentage of green chillies added were mentioned on the pack.
A snack platter craves for a hot sauce that can be paired with a number of fried snacks, chips and even crudites. Naagin’s Kantha Bomb Sauce is best suited for dipping purposes and as a spread.
4. Original
Product Details
The Naagin Indian Hot Sauce (Original) comes in a glass bottle. A 230 gm bottle of hot sauce is priced at Rs 225/-. The color of the sauce is brownish-orange. The Primary chillies used – Bhavnagiri Chillies, Sankeshwari Chillies.
Make sure to shake well before use.Store in a cool and dry place.
Our Experience
Aroma
The moment we opened the sauce bottle, we got a strong whiff of garlic and vinegar. The consistency of the sauce is thick (matches closely to ketchup).
Flavor
We tasted the sauce as it is and with a few other sides like veggie fingers and nachos. This hot sauce indeed is an all-rounder, tastewise.
The sauce has subtle sweet notes at the beginning and a well-rounded spiciness that hits you at the end. The mild tanginess that comes from the tomatoes and excellent garlicky notes of the sauce gives much relief from the chilli flavor.
So did we rush for a glass of milk? No. As claimed, this is a medium spice-level hot sauce and is meant for a larger audience with all sorts of chilli tolerance levels. We loved this well-balanced, perfectly seasoned hot sauce!
- This has a balanced seasoning.
- The mild tanginess of tomatoes is delicious.
- We liked the garlicky notes in the sauce.
- Fulfills the claim of being a ‘Medium’ spicy sauce.
- Thick consistency
The Naagin (Original) hot sauce is best suited for people who like a mildly spicy sauce alongside their snacks and meals. This is not an overbearingly spicy sauce and can be had by an audience with medium spice tolerance levels.
This sauce can be used as a condiment with momos, chips, frozen snacks, and much more. This can also be used as a marinade or just plop a little bit in your bowl of instant noodles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some interesting FAQs on Naagin Hot Sauces review:
Naagin Indian Hot Sauces are available online. You can purchase them directly from their site or from Amazon through the links provided above.
The Bhut Jolokia Chilli is one of the hottest peppers in the world, with a 1,041,427 SHU (Scoville Heat Unit) rating.
Yes, Naagin Hot Sauces are 100% vegetarian.
Naagin sauces come in varying heat levels ranging from mild to intense. This is clearly labeled on the packaging, helping consumers choose according to their spice tolerance.
Final Words
Naagin Hot Sauces have us hooked!
Naagin uses a variety of Indian chillies, including Sankeshwari, Bhut Jolokia, and Bhavnagiri, to craft these bold and flavorful hot sauces. Their robust taste and impressive versatility set them apart. We love how these sauces celebrate the diverse world of Indian chillies, perfectly capturing their essence.
If you crave bold and spicy flavors, grab a bottle of Naagin Indian Hot Sauces. Just remember to check the heat level on the label before choosing your favorite!
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