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# Tropical Hot Sauces
Buko's Coconut Vinegar Hot Sauce Range is Philippines-Inspired

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-12-09 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinegar-hot-sauce
References: [barmagazine](http://barmagazine.co.uk/hot-sauce-range-launched-uk-bring-taste-tropics/) & [bukofoods](https://www.bukofoods.com/products/hot-sauce-regular/)

[Buko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buko-pandan-ice-cream) is now introducing a trio of [coconut vinegar hot sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-cider-drink) products that are based on traditional recipes from the Philippines.

Each of the Regular, Tangy and Fiery sauces features a base of fermented coconut sap, which is incredibly rich in nutrients. While the original Regular sauce is made with just organic coconut vinegar, chilli, garlic and sea salt, the other varieties from Buko are built upon with ingredient additions like ginger, black pepper and organic coconut balsamic. These versatile, exotic sauces have the potential to be used in a range of applications, such as everything from salads and marinades to sauces.

As Buko's Aled Morris describes: "It’s clear there’s an ever-growing demand for this kind of [Asian food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-inspired-condiments) and so bringing a more authentic sauce to the market makes a lot of sense and we feel people will enjoy the added complexity of flavor that the subtle sweetness of the coconut vinegar brings."

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.9/10
- Popularity: 64% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Coconut Vinegar Hot Sauces:** Create a new line of hot sauces using coconut vinegar, offering a unique and flavorful alternative.
- **Philippines-inspired Sauces:** Develop a range of sauces based on traditional recipes from the Philippines, catering to the growing demand for Asian flavors.
- **Exotic and Versatile Sauces:** Introduce unique and versatile sauces that can be used in various applications, adding complexity of flavor to dishes.

### Where This Applies

- **Food and Beverage:** Explore the opportunities to innovate in the food and beverage industry by introducing unique hot sauce products.
- **Asian Cuisine:** Cater to the increasing popularity of Asian cuisine by developing Philippines-inspired sauces.
- **Sauce Market:** Tap into the growing market for sauces by offering exotic and versatile options like coconut vinegar-based hot sauces.

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