Southern Forge - Red Jalapeno Ketchup

Southern Forge – Red Jalapeño Ketchup is where classic ketchup meets real pepper character.

This isn’t sweet red squeeze-bottle filler. It’s tomato depth forged with mature red jalapeños — brighter, fuller, and slightly fruitier than green jalapeños. The first note is roasted tomato richness. Then the red jalapeño comes forward — clean, slightly sweet, and structured with natural heat.

Apple cider vinegar sharpens the frame immediately, keeping the sweetness disciplined. Brown sugar and a measured touch of molasses provide body without syrupy weight. The fermented red pepper backbone amplifies complexity and adds subtle tang beneath the jalapeño character.

Garlic reinforces the savory mid-palate. Cracked black pepper lifts the finish. The heat builds steadily and cleanly — noticeable, balanced, and long without being aggressive.

Built for burgers, hot dogs, fries, chicken sandwiches, meatloaf, sausages, breakfast hash, and as a base for house sauces and cocktail blends. It clings properly and cuts through fat cleanly.

Tomato forward. Pepper proud. Southern heat done right.