Our Story
A FLAVOR ROOTED IN HISTORY. CRAFTED FOR TODAY
Ember & Co. was born from generations of enjoying chili condiments as everyday essentials — not trends, fads, or occasional garnishes.
Chili oil and chili crisp have long existed as comfort flavors, table staples, and finishing touches that add warmth, fragrance, and depth to everyday meals.
To us, chili isn’t just heat.
It’s memory, emotion, and tradition — the taste that feels like home.
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
Chili oil has deep historical roots, originating in China centuries ago, where it was developed, refined, and embraced as a flavorful companion to food.
Over time, its influence spread, evolved, and took on new expressions across homes, kitchens, and dining tables — becoming a beloved pantry staple recognized around the world.
It was never just a condiment.
It was a connection to flavor, comfort, and shared moments.
THE SEARCH FOR THE PERFECT BALANCE
As chili crisp became more popular globally, we noticed a growing gap: many modern versions were burnt, greasy, overly salty, muddy in flavor, or loaded with unnecessary additives and fillers.
They delivered heat, but not harmony.
Intensity, but not aroma.
Spice, but not soul.
We’re not creating a trend — we’re honoring a timeless flavor, crafted for today’s standards.
We wanted to honor what chili crisp was always meant to be: simple, fragrant, clean, balanced, and crafted — not manufactured.
YEARS OF CRAFT, PATIENCE & REFINEMENT
We spent years experimenting in small batches — adjusting infusion times, studying pepper characteristics, refining textures, and perfecting the balance between heat, aroma, and depth.
Eventually, we created what we always believed chili crisp was meant to be: a premium, slow-infused chili crisp with pure ingredients, bold aroma, layered flavor, and heat that elevates rather than overwhelms.
From there, we expanded naturally into chili flakes and chili powders, applying the exact same craft philosophy:
- clean, minimal ingredients
- carefully sourced peppers
- flavor, aroma & color first — never shortcuts
- no preservatives, no fillers, no flavor pollution
- crafted in small batches, with intention
Because great flavor is not an accident — it’s an obsession.
SMALL BATCH. BIG SOUL.
Every Ember & Co. product is handcrafted in Texas and made with peppers carefully selected from regions where they grow best.
Each batch is slow-prepared, minimally processed, and packed by hand to preserve aroma, texture, and purity.
Industrial speed can produce heat…but only craftsmanship can create character.
FROM OUR TABLE TO YOURS
Ember & Co. exists to honor the origins of chili crisp while reimagining it with today’s clean, premium, and intentional craft standards.
This is our journey — shaped by history, refined through experience, and shared with flavor lovers everywhere.
Crafted with heat, heart, and character — always. Shared with those who value flavor done right.
