First, the worst:
Irene's, a store-bought brand that had a promising modest label and good color on the shelf. But this one ranks worst because it commits the cardinal sin of any self-respecting pepper sauce: it's sweet. There's no point in going over the other qualities, it's a sugary disgrace. score: 1
And, finally, the best:
The original mother-in-law recipe, because it's made by my mother-in-law. No point in showing the bottle because it has no label, and all the magic comes from her anyway. Peppers grown in her own garden, ingredients blended in her own kitchen, no two bottles the same but always hot and full of flavor. You can't buy it, but if you ever come over to our house we'll give you a sample. score: 11 (out of 10)
