NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Making its official debut in the US, Stuzzi is the hot sauce made by and for people who know good food. Created by wine- and tequila-makers, Carla and Richard Betts, and acclaimed chefs, Ethel Hoon and Jakob Zeller, Stuzzi is intentionally crafted to enhance as many cuisines as possible, building off a dream and a beloved pepper variety. Stuzzi is the latest launch by Casa Komos Brands Group (CKBG), maker of ultra-luxury, highest-rated Tequila Komos.
Nearly a decade ago, Carla and Richard fell in love with the aroma and taste of a rare Italian dried pepper. During a road trip across the Alps in 2020, they stopped in Austria for a meal prepared by chefs Ethel and Jakob of Restaurant Klösterle, where after a few drinks and many exceptional dishes, the four discovered their mutual love of good food and decided to conceive a hot sauce that would elevate the flavors of any dish it accompanies, regardless of cuisine. They traveled through southern Italy to find the farmer responsible for that singular dried pepper, which now forms the base for Stuzzi, along with a proprietary blend of fresh peppers.
Made in Italy, Stuzzi is the apogee of three thoughtfully chosen ingredients – chilies, distilled vinegar, and a dash of salt. No added preservatives, thickening agents, sweeteners or artificial colors. Committed to quality and authenticity, Stuzzi follows the core principles of Italian cooking: select the best ingredients possible and let them shine.
Stuzzi is short for the Italian word stuzzicare [stutːsi'kare], which means ‘to stimulate, to excite, to tease’ and the brand lives up to its name – a hot sauce that actually tastes good; bold, savory, and complex.
“We love spice! Coming from Singapore, where most dishes are served with a spicy condiment of some sort, I really appreciate how the right amount of heat can add another dimension to a dish,” says co-founder Ethel Hoon. “We saw a gap in the type of sauces in the market, so we created Stuzzi with a clear vision – to create a hot sauce that is not only ‘honest’ (no added preservatives, colorings, or flavoring agents), but one that is truly focused on flavor.”
"Whether it be from the kitchen or serving people in the front of house with wine service, the four of us have built our lives out of making the perfect bite and sharing it with people,” adds co-founder Carla Betts. “We care enormously about where the raw ingredients come from, how to best honor them, and making it great for whoever is enjoying it; that is Stuzzi's DNA."
Stuzzi adds heat, depth, character, and a touch of excitement to every bite. Stuzzi elevates good food, rather than covering it up. Simply put, Stuzzi is hot sauce in its most perfect form.
Stuzzi is currently available online at stuzzihotsauce.com (SRP: $14.99) and it will soon hit shelves at select grocery stores and retail partners. For more information, visit stuzzihotsauce.com or follow @stuzzihotsauce on Instagram.
About Stuzzi
Stuzzi is hot sauce in its most perfect form. Crafted in Italy with a rare blend of both dried and fresh peppers, it adds complexity to even the most delicate food. Stuzzi is made by and for people who know good food, the apogee of three thoughtfully chosen ingredients: chilies, vinegar, and salt. Created by wine- and tequila-makers, Carla & Richard Betts and Chefs Ethel Hoon & Jakob Zeller, Stuzzi reflects their common passion for authentic taste experiences. For more information or to order Stuzzi, please visit stuzzihotsauce.com or follow @stuzzihotsauce on Instagram.
About CKBG
Founded by Richard Betts and Joe Marchese, Casa Komos Brands Group (CKBG) crafts brands that redefine categories. Their flagship and namesake Komos is currently the fastest-growing ultra-luxury tequila in the world and has become a global phenomenon, already in 29 countries in just its third year. The venture’s portfolio also includes Superbird, a line of premium tequilas and tequila-based ready-to-drink canned cocktails carefully crafted for any occasion; Doladira, an elevated aperitivo conceived at altitude and made at one of the best distilleries in the world; and Stuzzi, made in Italy, a hot sauce in its most perfect form. Through the Komos Foundation, CKBG leads pioneering innovative sustainability initiatives in Tequila, Mexico, proving that it is possible to produce exceptional tequila while also protecting the environment and giving back to the community.
