Sauz reviews and discussion

4.6

90% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Vibrant, fresh tomato flavor
  • Creative, distinctive flavor lineup
  • Thick, satisfying sauce texture
  • Clean, simple ingredient lists
  • Overly lemony, pithy notes
  • Occasionally too sweet profile
  • Heat intensity inconsistent
  • Higher calories and sodium

Sauz earns strong reviews for delivering fresh-tasting, uniquely flavored jarred sauces that many consider among the best they’ve tried, with standouts like Hot Honey Marinara, Summer Lemon Marinara, Wild Rosemary, Cracked Pepper Parmesan, and Creamy Calabrian Vodka requiring little to no doctoring. Reviews also flag notable drawbacks: certain flavors can skew too sweet, too spicy, or overly lemony/pithy, and several cite high calories and salt along with a consistently high price that limits repeat buys.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

364 reviews and posts

  • My must-have for summer! It's super easy to use for any summer pasta, or even quick pizza toast. The lemon flavour so far is one of my favourites of the two I've tried (with the other being hot honey marinara)!

  • I was able to try a few of the flavors of these sauces through a rebate website. Thus is probably my number one sauce brand now. The ingredients are clean and of quality. It tastes great and the price is also affordable. I hope they come out with more flavors.

    Received a free product from Sauz
  • Sauz is my favorite pasta sauce brand. Their ingredients are clean, easy to read and worth feeding my family. The jars are a good size - enough for a box of of pasta and even can be stretched out by diluting it with water. I add frozen mixed veggies to my pasta with this sauce and the flavor is amazing. The cracked pepper and Parmesan is my go-to flavor!

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  • I tried this pasta sauce and I am a fan. It has unique flavors which sets it apart from other brands. It is very tasty and also healthy which I really appreciated. It's available in many stores near me.

  • Amazing Flavor Explosion! Sauz Hot Honey Marinara has completely redefined my pasta nights! The perfect balance of sweet honey heat and rich, tangy marinara makes every dish unforgettable. It’s bold but not overpowering, with just the right kick of spice that lingers beautifully. I’ve used it on pizzas, pastas, and even as a dip—it’s versatile and absolutely addictive. If you’re a fan of complex, elevated flavors, this sauce is a must-try. Highly recommend it to anyone looking to take their meals to the next level!

  • I picked these up from a Thingdrop and was really looking froward to trying them (especially the Summer Lemon Marinara). But, I have to say we were a little underwhelmed in my house. I liked the Summer Lemon Marinara better than the Hot Honey Arrabbiata, although my husband said he could taste a little pith in the Marinara. I felt like the sauces were a bit bland. There wasn't much heat in the Arrabbiata and it definitely felt like it needed a little more zip or salt or *something*.

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  • I have tried several of Sauz pasta sauces and I love how original the flavors are. My favorite is the hot honey marinara, the kick of the red pepper goes great with the tinge of sweetness 10/10. The creamy vodka was not my favorite, I found it was too thick and didn’t mix well with pasta. But flavor was good.

    Received a free product from Sauz
  • The Hot Honey Arribata is my new favorite pasta sauce!!!! It's so rich in flavor, with a subtle heat and sweetness that are just delectable. I meal prep and use this as a sauce on my protein pasta, and it is SO good! Literally worth every penny. It's not too salty either, which is my main pasta sauce issue.

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  • I typically don't buy premade sauces because I like to make my own but I got this thingdrop and was super excited. So far I have only tried the summer lemon and I love it! It was a refreshing and bright take on my typical pasta. It tasted lemony but not fake. My husband is less into "experimental" flavors than I am and he was shocked about how much he loved it. I think it would also be yummy to dip breadsticks in. I am so excited to try the hot honey on a pizza because I love honey serrano pizza so I have high hopes.

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  • I tried the Lemon flavored version of this marinara. It was very citrusy and different from many other marinara I’ve used before. However the lemon flavored version was almost overpowering and I ended up taking a long time to finish the jar. It was okay for one dinner but it was too much citrus for a long period of time. I do appreciate that it is a fairly low ingredient product but I would probably not buy again as it was also pricey.

  • I really love these pasta sauces. They're pricey so I wait for them to go on sale, but the lemon marinara is ELITE. I really love lemon and it delivers without tasting fake. I will say that my partner finds this sauce too lemony (though he will still eat it) so perhaps it's best for true lemon lovers. This is my go-to sauce. I think the other flavors are good but nothing tops lemon for me.

  • recently tried this pasta sauce, and it exceeded my expectations. The rich, robust flavor complemented my spaghetti perfectly, This pasta sauce is seriously one of the best I've ever had. I honestly think it's even worth the full price of $8.99.

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  • This pasta sauce is so expensive. The flavors are interesting though. So far I have tried the hot honey marinara, which definitely has a kick, and the cracked pepper and Parmesan. I like the cracked pepper and Parmesan with chicken parm or with ravioli.

  • I'm really impressed by the flavor options and taste and quality from Sauz' sauces. They have so many interesting and innovative flavors, which is so convenient and making it much easier to try some different pasta recipes.

  • Sauz’s Creamy Calabrian Vodka Sauce is a step above your typical jarred sauce. It’s rich, silky, and has just the right amount of heat from the Calabrian chilis to keep things interesting without overwhelming the dish. The flavor tastes surprisingly fresh and elevated—almost like you made it from scratch. It is a bit pricey, so I save it for nights when I want something quick but still really satisfying. If you like bold, creamy pasta sauces with a little kick, Sauz is definitely worth trying.

  • I purchased several kinds. I like the pasta sauce that has the vodka flavoring. I felt it had a very big depth to it. I added it to spaghetti and tortellini. I thought it was a bit out of a price range.

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  • Sauz is a new brand but I see it at Target, Sprouts and Whole Foods so I thought to try one. It is steep at almost $10 a bottle, which I think should be reduced in the future. I tried the Wild Rosemary and really liked it. Would rotate in my pantry when on sale.

    Received a free product from Sauz
  • I’ve tried a few of these sauz flavors. But my absolute favorite is the hot honey sauce. In fact it’s probably my favorite pasta sauce. My husband doesn’t like pasta at all, but when I make pasta with this sauce he’s so excited!

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  • I’ve only tried the cracked pepper parmesan sauce. My store only carries three flavor and they don’t carry the vodka sauce I wanted to try. The cracked pepper Parmesan was delicious. All clean ingredients and no seed oils. This has made it in rotation in my pantry.

  • Sauz pasta sauces are super tasty with a really nice, smooth texture. The flavors are unique—like roasted red pepper or truffle mushroom—and make your pasta feel kinda fancy without the effort. I really enjoyed cooking with it.

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