European Hot Sauce Awards 2026
Honouring and acknowledging the innovative craft of Hot Sauce.
Welcome to the Heat Awards
The European Hot Sauce Awards are back for our third year, bringing together the finest producers, judges, and chili fans from across the continent and beyond. We champion craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability in the world of hot sauce.
Competition Categories
Mild Chili Sauce
Medium Chili Sauce
Hot Chili Sauce
Extra Hot Chili Sauce
Extract Based Chili Sauce
BBQ Chili Sauce
Chili Ketchup
Sweet
Chili Honey
Garlic Chili Sauce
Sambal, Chutney & Pickles
Chili Oil
Freestyle
Asian Style Chili Sauce
Salt & Condiments
Chili Paste
Key Dates
28 Feb 2026
Applications Close
24 Mar 2026
Boxes Ship
11–12 Apr 2026
Judging Weekend
May 2026
Results Announced
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