# Spicy Maple Syrups Vermont Maple Sriracha is an All-Natural Sweet Hot Sauce By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-04-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-hot-sauce References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/374637/Spice-Up-Your-Breakfast-With-The-Sweet-And-Spicy-Sriracha-Maple-Syrup/) & [vermontmaplesriracha](https://vermontmaplesriracha.com/shop/single-sriracha/) All-American maple syrup, Sriracha, apple cider vinegar, fresh peppers, garlic and a pinch of salt make up the ingredients in Vermont Maple Sriracha, a sweet hot sauce that makes this cult condiment even more versatile. Although maple syrup is most often poured over pancakes and waffles, this new mixture could be used over just about anything from burgers to chicken wings. As well as having tons of appeal for people who are already big fans of that [unmistakable Sriracha spice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-sriracha), the product also aims to win the hearts of consumers who value food that is [all-natural and preservative-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vadasz-hot-sauces). Another alternative to the classic red hot sauce flavor is a verde version available through the Vermont Maple Sriracha that features a similar flavor with more of an emphasis on tangy citrus flavors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **All-natural Sweet Hot Sauce:** Expanding on the popularity of Sriracha, there is a trend towards all-natural sweet hot sauces like Vermont Maple Sriracha. - **Versatile Maple Syrups:** Maple syrups are becoming more versatile and are being used as a key ingredient in a variety of dishes, as seen with Vermont Maple Sriracha. - **Flavored Hot Sauces:** Flavored hot sauces like the verde version of Vermont Maple Sriracha are gaining popularity for their unique taste profiles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Condiment Industry:** The condiment industry has an opportunity to explore and develop more all-natural sweet hot sauces to cater to consumer preferences. - **Maple Syrup Industry:** The maple syrup industry can capitalize on the trend of using maple syrup in unconventional ways by promoting it as a versatile ingredient for various dishes. - **Hot Sauce Industry:** The hot sauce industry can innovate by creating flavored hot sauces that offer unique taste experiences, like the tangy citrus verde version of Vermont Maple Sriracha. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spicy-Sweet Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-sriracha.md) - [Sweet Heat Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstop-maple-sriracha.md) - [Maple Fusion Hot Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fusion-hot-sauce.md) - [Versatile Maple-Infused Vinaigrettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-maple-vinaigrette-dressing.md) - [Spicy Free-From Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unsweetened-sriracha-hot-sauce.md) - [Sweet-Spicy Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-heat-syrup.md) - [Maple-Flavored Tin Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spam-maple-flavored.md) - [Honey-Sweetened Chili Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-sriracha-sauce.md) - [Sweet-Heat Asian Cuisine Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-chabanero-sriracha-sauce.md)