As red pepper flakes steep in honey over time, the honey becomes hotter, so it may not be what you're after.
Aside from the spice, the taste of the honey is dependent on the nuances found within the pepper you choose. For example, jalapeños make the hot honey both mild and a little earthy.
This combination is ideal for eating with chicken wings that need a tad of sweetness without the extreme heat.
However, if you want to offset the chill of an ice cream sundae while still playing around in the same flavor arena, Scotch bonnet peppers are the one for you.
The Caribbean peppers are known for their impactful heat -- yet, they contain an undercurrent of fruitiness that will keep you coming back for more.
For versatile hot honey, use cayenne pepper. With a medium heat and a somewhat straightforward taste, the pepper doesn't pull any punches.
Without the extreme heat or any hidden after-tastes, cayenne pepper is the ideal spice for simple hot honey.
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