Melted butter whisked with tangy hot sauce, a splash of white vinegar, and a hit of garlic powder creates that glossy, fiery finish everyone craves on wings, cauliflower bites, or a drizzle over grilled chicken. A quick stovetop whisk gets everything fully emulsified in under a minute, so you end up with a smooth, restaurant-style sauce with zero graininess or separation. The optional pinch of cayenne lets you dial the heat up or down depending on your mood. Since this comes together from scratch in one small saucepan, you know exactly what's going into it — no mystery bottles required. It's a solid pick for anyone watching added sugar, since the flavor here comes purely from heat, tang, and butter rather than anything sweet. Keep a batch on hand for game day, and it'll disappear fast.
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Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until fully liquid, about 2 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the hot sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne, if using.
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