D’Elidas Habanero Hot sauce (Picante Chombo)

D'Elidas Habanero Hot Sauce — Panama's #1 Picante Chombo Since 1904

Some sauces are made in a factory. This one was born in history. D'Elidas habanero hot sauce traces its roots back to 1904, when it was created by the Antillean-Panamanian community — the Caribbean workers who came to Panama to help build the Canal and brought with them a fiery culinary tradition that has never left. For over a century, this legendary recipe has been passed down through generations, and today it stands as the undisputed #1 hot sauce in Panama.

The secret? Ají Chombo — Panama's native capsicum chinense — combined with mustard and white wine vinegar in a balance that is unlike anything you'll find on a supermarket shelf. It's not just heat. It's flavor, history, and Caribbean soul in every drop.

What Does D'Elidas Habanero Hot Sauce Taste Like?

A vinegary, tart opening gives way to mustard and onion, with the Ají Chombo habanero finishing with a building warmth rather than an aggressive burn. The heat level is medium — bold enough to excite, balanced enough to use on everything. This is Panama's table sauce: the bottle that sits next to the salt and pepper in homes, seafood shacks, and restaurants from Panama City to Bocas del Toro. Read the full D'Elidas story.

Goes On Everything

Wings, grilled fish, ceviche, rice, eggs, tacos, sandwiches, soups — Picante Chombo makes every dish better. Once you try it, you'll wonder how you ever ate without it.

Explore the Full D'Elidas Range

Love the classic yellow? Try the rest of the lineup: Red Pulp for a thicker, smokier heat, Green Pulp for a fresh, herbal kick, or the Chipotle for a deep, smoky finish. Or browse the full Panamanian hot sauce collection.

Clean Ingredients. Real Heat.

• Ají Chombo Habanero Peppers, Mustard, White Wine Vinegar, Roasted Tomatoes, Onion, Water, Salt, Natural Herbs & Spices
• Non-GMO · Gluten Free · Keto Friendly
• All natural — no artificial flavors
• Made in Panama

Available in Two Sizes

• 5 oz — Perfect for trying it for the first time (spoiler: you'll be back for the 10 oz)
• 10 oz — For those who already know. Stock up and never run out

Complete Your Panama Box

Add a bag of Café Palo Alto and a Bocao chocolate bar to your order for the full Panamanian experience — coffee, chocolate, and hot sauce, all shipped together from Panama in one box.

Shipped directly from Panama worldwide via DHL or FedEx — arrives in 5 business days or less.

Panamanian Hot Sauce — FAQ

What is Ají Chombo (Picante Chombo)?

Ají Chombo is the Panamanian name for the Scotch Bonnet/Habanero pepper, the cornerstone of Panama's hot sauce tradition. Grown in Panama's tropical climate, it delivers fruity, slightly sweet heat that's authentically Panamanian — distinct from Mexican or Louisiana-style hot sauces.

How spicy is Panamanian hot sauce?

Most of our sauces sit in the medium-to-hot range — bold and punchy, but balanced so you can enjoy the flavor of the pepper, not just the burn. Picante Chombo varieties (red, green, yellow) lean hotter; Chipotle is smokier and milder.

How should I store hot sauce after opening?

Refrigerate after opening. Our hot sauces stay fresh for up to 6 months in the fridge thanks to natural acidity. Keep the bottle tightly sealed and use a clean utensil to avoid contamination.

What foods pair well with Panamanian hot sauce?

Excellent on grilled meats, seafood, rice and beans, eggs, tacos, ceviche, and traditional Panamanian dishes like sancocho, ropa vieja, and patacones. Anywhere you'd use a hot sauce, this one adds authentic Panama flavor.

Do you ship Panamanian hot sauce internationally?

Yes. We ship worldwide from Panama via FedEx and DHL in 5 business days, with free shipping on orders over $70. Note: hot sauce ships outside the US only — US orders are coffee-only due to FDA import rules on food products.