ATX Hot Sauce was founded by John McClellan, a born and raised-Austin businessman with a love of cooking. 

I’ve always had a love of cooking – it’s something I’m very passionate about. I remember growing up having fond memories of meals with my family. My grandparents used to cook meals for us, then before you know it you are cooking meals for your children. I feel that the time you spend around a table with your family is precious, the conversation, the food, and the memories. Food brings people together and I love to share my passion for food with my friends and family.

I initially worked in the restaurant business 25 years ago, and that’s when I started to experiment with new flavors and recipes. I always enjoyed making my own salsas and hot sauces and I would often make large batches and bottle them up for friends and family. I received a lot of positive feedback and encouragement which made me want to share them with more people. So around 3 years ago, I created my first hot sauce for ATX Hot Sauce.

It’s been a real project of love and hard work. I work long hours at the office in my full-time role, so I’m often making and bottling hot sauces in the evenings and at weekends but I wouldn’t change a thing. I’m doing something that I’m passionate about and for that, I feel very lucky.

For recipes and instructions on how to make your own hot sauce, subscribe to the ATX Hot Sauce YouTube channel here https://www.youtube.com/c/ATXHotSauce