Hot honey is trending right now – we’ve tried and tasted the best hot honey that money can buy

The OG legend lives up to the hype. Whether you’re spicing up a slice of pizza or adding some gusto to your morning toast, orange is the new crack. Striking a flawless sweet-to-heat ratio, Mike’s is the crown jewel of our condiment collection.

If you like to keep your heat on the friendly side, this is the honey for you. The chilli flavour is more of a gentle brush than a slap in the face, which makes it perfect for those who like a mild kick. Use it to moisten the rim of your spicy marg and thank us later.

This Thai-style blend has your taste buds doing the tango. One squirt spruces up the simplest of noodle broths. With undertones of tangy vinegar and earthy garlic, expect a runnier consistency and a fast-hitting heat, which fades into a sweet, lingering warmth.

Smoky undertones run throughout this bottle, adding a barbecue-like depth. Vinegary, tangy, and some sweetness to be sure, but with enough heat to keep it balanced. Works well as a glaze for chicken and ribs, or generously slathered on a burger.

Like nothing you’ve tasted before, the sour kick from the fermented kimchi mingles with the sweetness of the honey. While not for everyone, this Korean twist on the classic is a pro at pimping up fried eggs or sorting out a sorry-looking salad.

Spicy, salty and all kinds of savoury, this is a flavour bomb waiting to explode. The Gochujang adds a rich, umami intensity to the sweet honey, with a heat that slowly builds as you savour it. A love match made in heaven for deep-fried chicken.

Irresistibly smooth, this is a slow burn that turns your mouth into a bubbling cauldron of spicy chaos. Oozing with syrupy zing that’s begging to be squeezed on some cheese and crackers, each drop packs a flavourful punch. Hot, but oh-so tasty!

With an overpoweringly artificial taste, this hot honey is a total flop. The promised chilli heat is about as spicy as a nun’s love life. While the honey texture is tolerable, the sweetness is cloying and lacks any real character or complexity.

No, the name isn’t overdramatic. Just a fingertip of this is a test of how much heat you can really handle. What starts as a tiny tingle spirals into a full-on sweat fest, barrelling down your throat with a blazing intensity. Proceed with caution.

Offering an explosive heat, this will make your ears steam. A sauce that should come with a firefighter on standby, beware of the Scotch Bonnet chillies, which will spin you into a whirlwind, leaving you breathless and begging for mercy. Handle with care.