Melinda's Green Sauce

Melinda’s Green Sauce is a specialty hot sauce known for its blend of jalapeño peppers, tomatillos, spinach, cilantro, and lime, with a touch of habanero for heat. The brand is celebrated for using fresh, whole ingredients rather than powders or fillers, positioning itself as a premium choice in the global condiment market.

The history of Melinda's is characterized by significant corporate evolution. While the brand was originally born in Belize in the late 1980s through a partnership with farmer Marie Sharp, the ownership transitioned to Figueredo's company, Melinda's Foods, LLC, following legal disputes. Today, the brand is headquartered in the United States and maintains its high standards by primarily manufacturing its products in Colombia, leveraging the abundant access to high-quality fresh peppers and ingredients in that region.

Currently, Melinda’s Foods, LLC remains a private company operating out of Irving, Texas. It continues to be the ultimate owner and distributor, focusing on expanding its diverse line of hot sauces and condiments across international markets while keeping its core focus on flavor-forward heat profiles.