Fat Cat Papaya Pequin Passion Hot Sauce
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Fat Cat® Papaya Pequin Passion Hot Sauce
A Tropical Temptation with a Playful Little Purr
It’s Purr-fectly Good!®
Some sauces roar. Others seduce.
Papaya Pequin Passion does a little of both.
Inspired by the sun-drenched flavors of the Caribbean, this small-batch, gourmet creation from Fat Cat Gourmet is a vibrant fusion of tropical fruit, savory spice, and gentle chili warmth. It’s exotic without being overpowering, fruity without being sugary, and mild enough to use generously — yet layered enough to impress the most discerning palate.
This is not a fruit puree in disguise.
This is a finished sauce with claws.
Caribbean Spirit, Crafted with Care
At the heart of Papaya Pequin Passion is a carefully balanced blend of ripe papaya and bright pineapple — tropical notes that glide across the palate with smooth, velvety richness. But what makes this sauce truly memorable is what comes next.
Fresh ginger adds warmth and aromatic lift. Allspice contributes depth and subtle island complexity. And then there are the pequin peppers — tiny but mighty chiles that deliver a gentle, lingering back heat. They don’t dominate; they punctuate. Like a playful swat after a soft purr.
Each bottle is handcrafted in small batches using all-natural ingredients, ensuring that every pour captures the same lush texture and vibrant balance of sweet, savory, and spice.
Tasting Notes — Exotic & Refined
Opening: Silky, tropical papaya with a tart pineapple sparkle
Mid-Palate: Warm ginger and aromatic allspice weave savory complexity
Finish: A soft, lifting heat from pequin peppers that lingers gracefully
Overall Impression: Balanced, layered, and far less sweet than the name suggests — think Caribbean glaze, not dessert topping
The result is a sauce that feels polished, cohesive, and culinary — not novelty.
Award-Winning Originality
Papaya Pequin Passion has earned its place in the spotlight with an impressive list of accolades:
2012 Hot Pepper Awards — Most Unique Sauce & Best Tropical Fruit Sauce
2013 Hot Pepper Awards — Most Unique Sauce & Best Fruit Sauce
Best in Show Hot Sauce — 2013 Key Lime Pie Festival Competition
2015 Hot Pepper Awards — Best Mild Sauce, Best Fruit Sauce & Most Unique Sauce
When judges call it unique, they mean unforgettable.
Heat Level: Mild
Estimated 1,000–3,000 SHU (Harvest Dependent)
This sauce delivers approachable warmth — enough to brighten a dish without overwhelming it. It’s ideal for those who appreciate nuanced flavor and balanced heat.
Culinary Pairings — Island Elegance Meets Everyday Meals
Papaya Pequin Passion thrives where fruit and savory meet.
Perfect with:
Roasted turkey breast or glazed ham
Pork loin, chops, or pulled pork
Grilled or blackened seafood
Shrimp, scallops, or fish tacos
Smoked turkey or ham sandwiches (try it in place of mustard)
Hot dogs for a gourmet twist
It also shines as a glaze base for grilled chicken or as a finishing drizzle over rice bowls, roasted vegetables, or tropical-inspired salads.
Its smooth consistency makes it ideal for brushing, drizzling, or blending into marinades.
Small Batch, Big Personality
Like all Fat Cat sauces, Papaya Pequin Passion is crafted where flavor and fire meet in perfect harmony. We believe heat should complement — not compete with — great ingredients. That’s why this sauce focuses on balance, depth, and quality over gimmicks.
- Gluten-free.
- Low sugar.
- All-natural ingredients.
- Carefully handcrafted.
Why You’ll Love It
Papaya Pequin Passion is the sauce that surprises you. It looks tropical and playful — and it is — but it also delivers sophisticated flavor layering that makes it just as welcome at a backyard barbecue as it is on a chef’s plated entrée.
Smooth. Exotic. Gently fiery.
It’s the kind of sauce that curls up quietly on your plate… then reminds you it still has claws.
Fat Cat® Papaya Pequin Passion — A Caribbean-inspired, award-winning flavor adventure that lands on its feet every time.
Papaya, Onions, Pineapple Juice (Water, Concentrated Pineapple Juice, Ascorbic Acid), Canola Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Ginger, Garlic, Water, Cane Sugar, Sea Salt, Pequin Chile, All Splice, Xanthan Gum
