Hoot Sauce is a small family business based in Wellington, with public profiles describing it as growing from a love of smoking food. The brand’s website describes Hoot as a handmade New Zealand smoked chilli sauce.

The core product is a medium-hot, smoky chilli paste or sauce made in small batches with ingredients including sun-dried tomatoes, chillies, red peppers, garlic, smoked paprika, ginger and New Zealand rapeseed oil. It is positioned for use as a condiment, cooking paste or marinade.

For chefs and venue buyers, Hoot Sauce is relevant for adding smoky chilli flavour to sauces, marinades, seafood, grill items and casual dining menus. Public information confirms New Zealand availability and stockists, but trade terms should be confirmed directly.