> > >Who gives two hoots about Tabasco and its nasty sour fermented crap, anyway? > > i do , and so do Millions of folks worldwide . but for some reason, many CH listers seem to hold a condescending attitude about Tabasco hot sauce. as if it's somehow beneath us -- somewhat contemptible ?? Tabasco fermented pepper sauce may seem to be everywhere ... that's because it's a popular brand. it's certainly not the Only one on any given grocery shelf; you could check. there are lotsa brands offered for sale, including McIlhenney's (apparently someone's buying it !). This condiment has "been there" for hot sauce aficionandos for over 100 years. and it has often been The influencing intro into the wide wild world of chiles for many people. perhaps even some CH listers ! when i buy a bottle of wine, i don't expect it to taste like grape juice. when i buy a bottle of beer, i don't expect it to taste like sweet barley water. when i buy a bottle of Tabasco, i don't expect it to taste like blended peppers with salt & vinegar. (although i like that too!) Tabasco is an original, unique, quality, Fermented chile product, that satisfies the "hot-sauce desire" for many people. it ain't pepper soup. don't like it ? ... hey, buy something else. different strokes for different folks. regards peter g