Hottie Sambal: the flavour of the revolution, brewed in Rotterdam

Handmade hot sauces with no clutter, from mild and fruity to downright dangerous.

Some brands whisper. Hottie Sambal shouts: 'The flavor of the revolution', made in Rotterdam, put it on everything.

Behind the bravado is serious work. Every bottle is handmade from natural ingredients - no thickeners, no filler, but peppers with names that deserve a warning: 7 Pot Brain Strain, Jamaican Hot Chocolate, Madame Piña.

The range runs from fruity and approachable to 'better keep a glass of water handy'. That makes it a rewarding gift: there's always someone in the office who wants to prove they can handle the hottest one.

We deliberately choose a sauce with character over yet another standard dip. It's small, it lasts a long time, and it ends up back on the table every week.

Do warn your colleagues. Or don't, of course.