This was the first time I tried your hot sauce. OMG it was really tasty. The right amount of ingredients and mixture hit a high 9 for me. I used it on a plate of roasted chicken the first night. It was wonderful. I recommend you buy it. It was worth the wait . ThanksErnesto R · Verified
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Welcome to the original Hatch Chile Store — your direct source for authentic Hatch chile, founded in 2005 by Preston Mitchell, a 5th-generation Hatch Valley farmer descended from Joseph Franzoy, the first commercial chile farmer in Hatch, New Mexico.
Every product on this page is grown, roasted, and packed in the Hatch Valley — the narrow stretch of farmland between Arrey and Tonuco Mountain that gives this chile its unmistakable smoky, complex flavor. Generic "Hatch-style" chile grown in Mexico or California can use the name; only chile actually grown in this valley carries the Hatch Chile Association certification mark we honor on every order.
Whether you're stocking up during peak roasting season (late August through early October), restocking your pantry mid-winter, or shopping for the chile-head in your life, this is the complete catalog: fresh roasted, flash-frozen, jarred sauces & salsas, freeze-dried, powders, tamales, rellenos, ristras, and more — shipped on dry ice nationwide.
Quick answer: Hatch Chile Store sells authentic Hatch chile sourced directly from the Hatch Valley, New Mexico. We carry fresh, frozen, roasted, jarred sauces, dried pods, powders, tamales, rellenos, and ristras. Founded in 2005 by 5th-generation Hatch Valley farmer Preston Mitchell, we are certified Hatch Valley grown and ship nationwide on dry ice.
Why buy from us:
- Direct from our family farm. Preston, our family, and our crew grow, roast, and pack everything you order — from a working chile farm in Hatch, New Mexico, not a re-seller's warehouse.
- 5+ generations in the Hatch Valley. Founded by Preston Mitchell, a direct descendant of Joseph Franzoy — the first commercial chile farmer in Hatch.
- Certified Hatch Valley grown. Member of the Hatch Chile Association, which administers the certification mark that defends "Hatch chile" against generic poblano substitution.
- 30,000+ verified-buyer reviews, averaging 4.7/5 stars across our catalog.
- Frozen ships on dry ice. Nationwide. We ship Mon–Wed only so nothing sits in a weekend warehouse.
- Free shipping over $99 · 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does your Hatch chile come from?
Every product on this site is grown in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico — the narrow stretch of farmland between Arrey and Tonuco Mountain. Our family-owned farm is in Hatch, NM, and Preston Mitchell, our founder, is a 5th-generation Hatch Valley farmer descended from Joseph Franzoy, the first commercial chile farmer in the region.
Is your chile actually authentic Hatch chile?
Yes. We are members of the Hatch Chile Association, which administers the certification mark for chile genuinely grown in the Hatch Valley. Generic "Hatch-style" chile sold elsewhere is often poblano grown in Mexico or California — ours is the real thing, traceable to specific farms in the valley.
What is the difference between fresh, roasted, and frozen Hatch chile?
Fresh chile is sold raw during the August–October harvest. Roasted chile has been flame-roasted (which blisters the skin for easy peeling) and is sold either fresh-roasted in season or flash-frozen for year-round shipping. Frozen roasted is what most customers buy outside of harvest season — same flavor, available 12 months a year.
How spicy is Hatch chile?
Hatch chile heat ranges from approximately 900 SHU (Mild — Joe Parker, 1904, NuMex 6-4) up to 12,000+ SHU (X-Hot — Lumbre) across the cultivars we grow. Mild varieties are family-friendly with gentle warmth; Big Jim (~6,500 SHU per NMSU CR706) is our Medium workhorse; Sandia Select (~9,500 SHU) is our Hot tier, and Lumbre (12,000+ SHU, varies year to year) is the X-Hot end for serious chile-heads. See our Heat Level Guide for variety-by-variety detail.
When is Hatch chile in season?
Hatch chile is harvested from late July through early October, with peak roasting season from mid-August through late September. Fresh chile is only available during these months. Frozen, jarred, dried, and powdered Hatch chile products ship year-round.
How does shipping work for frozen products?
Frozen products ship on dry ice via UPS or FedEx with 1–2 day transit. We ship Monday through Wednesday only, so frozen orders never sit in a warehouse over a weekend. Shipping is free on orders over $99.
Do you ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally?
We ship to all 50 U.S. states; Alaska and Hawaii frozen orders ship via expedited service due to dry-ice transit time. We do not currently ship internationally.
How long does roasted Hatch chile last in the freezer?
Vacuum-sealed, our flash-frozen roasted chile keeps full flavor for 12+ months in a 0°F freezer. Once thawed, use within 7 days; do not refreeze.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee on every order. If anything is not right — quality, freshness, shipping damage — email support@hatch-green-chile.com and we will make it right.
Can I buy in bulk for restaurants or events?
Yes. We offer wholesale pricing for restaurants, food-service operators, caterers, and large events. Visit /pages/wholesale-hatch-chile or email support@hatch-green-chile.com for a quote.
Why 500,000+ Customers Keep Coming Back
Very unusual great taste never had anything like this. I highly recommend it fair price.Don S · Verified
The 4 rating splits the difference between 5 & 3. Five because the pecans are delicious Three because the chile powder is quite disappointing. Very bland and absolutely no heat. Literally muddies up the pecan flavor. I’ll be adding my own spices after I rinse off the powder and dry the pecans. So: good nuts bad powder.Don G · Verified
The flavor was good. I thought they would be spicier.Karleen H · Verified
Good heat. A little sweet.Sally A · Verified
Awesome salsa put it on everything gonna get more gave a jar to a friend she loved it also have hatch chile also awesomeDanny G · Verified
I had to open this and taste, it is really spicy but really good! I put some in my sauce with cocktail weiners and it was a hit. Can't wait to try it on barbecued ribs!Kimberly G · Verified
I discovered Hatch Hot Honey in a store in Hatch, New Mexico. I use it as a garnish with my morning cereal breakfast. I am pleased with the quality and have since ordered the product online through the Hatch Chile Store. I recommend it to those who enjoy a sweet/spicy combination.Satish T · Verified
Great flavor excellent when making breakfast burritos. Heat is perfect I will continue to buy this productdoug g · Verified
This is a keeper and a staple for me. I love the flavor and the kick that it offers. Will continue buying itCatherine L · Verified
Really good can't wait to try in baked goodsmargaret R · Verified
The small table top roaster works great! Received the roaster in the afternoon along with my order of 25 lbs of green chile and finished roasting the next day. The roaster works better than the grill or broiler and is faster and does a better job. Then ordered 25 lbs of red. Thanks!Scott B · Verified
It’s the best hot honey I have ever tried. I will definitely be buying moreJackson, T · Verified
Yummm. I love these for munching on and because they’re unsalted my husband stays out of them - bonus, I don’t have to share.Linda B · Verified
Very very good. Sweet not as spicy as I expected but that’s fine. I little watery but maybe that’s a byproduct Of onions. Will definitely buy againJeff B · Verified
I used this Roja in a batch of breakfast burritos. They turned out awesome great flavor with a little kick. Highly recommenddoug g · Verified
As much a sauce as hot honey. It is a bit thin, but I've come to really like it smeared on bread with some melted cheese on top. It is sweet with an earthy chili flovor.Peter H · Verified
This is a lovely, creamy hot sauce. It has a great flavor and fantastic mouthfeel.Wayne V · Verified
The salsa roja goes great with just about everything. Great roasted flavor, heat just right. Highly recommend this for an all round salsadoug g · Verified
I ordered this roaster early this year in anticipation of roasting a whole box of fresh chiles when they became available in the fall. This is very well constructed, assembles quickly and will roast just about anything that you need to roast. Things like bell peppers, tomatoes, tomatillos, etc. Great product!Art H · Verified
Well made and now we can order fresh green chile next year and roast it ourselves! We missed having it roasted after we moved from NM. And now we can once again enjoy the aroma of roasting Chile!David W · Verified
Recently received and used this Small Table Top Roaster and roasted some Red Hatch Chilis. The roaster worked well. I will advise that it may be good to sort the Chilis by size and roast them by size. I found that I over-roasted the smaller chilis while the larger ones were perfect.Michael L · Verified
Greatest sweetest spice flavor!theron k · Verified
We love this roaster. We only had 20lbs to roast so we made a great day of it. My daughter and I.Betty F · Verified
I have to move to another state and I am worried about getting my Chile fix. So, i ordered this. We haven’t roasted anything in it yet because we are moving, but we did test it and it works really well. I love it.Tracy R · Verified
This Salsa Rona is absolutely the best ever. A fantastic flavor combined with an almost creamy like consistency really make for a winner. We love it and when I served it at a party, it seemed as if everyone literally enhaled it.Kenneth P · Verified
I ordered this roaster because we live in Colorado and went to the Chili festival in Pueblo for the second year and purchased 2 bushels of peppers. I wanted to roast faster then my grill would plus I can roast more at a time. I am very happy with the roaster and look forward to roasting more peppers and other veggies.Ed W · Verified
Fast shipping with no damage to table top roaster Ed.Edward H · Verified
The roaster was well made and roasts well!Sonia M · Verified
Very easy set up. Very easy to use. Amazing end results! I highly recommend the small table top roaster. We used to do ours in the oven or use a kitchen hand burner. This is SO much easier and less messy and roasts the peppers just perfectly.Jacqueline M · Verified
We know you're wondering.
Hatch Chile is a protected regional designation — like Champagne or Vidalia onions — for chile grown exclusively in the Hatch Valley of southern New Mexico. The valley's mineral-rich Rio Grande soil, 300+ days of intense sunshine, and 40-degree temperature swings between day and night produce 23% more flavor compounds than chile grown elsewhere. Most "green chile" in grocery stores is Anaheim — a milder, less complex pepper mass-produced in California or Mexico. All of our products are Hatch Chile Association certified, meaning they were grown in the Hatch Valley, not relabeled from another region.
All frozen products ship Tuesdays and Wednesdays in insulated, recyclable containers packed with dry ice. We ship from distribution centers in both New Jersey and California so ground shipping reaches most U.S. addresses in 1–5 business days — no matter where you live. Overnight shipping is available during warmer months. Fresh chile (available July–October) ships same-day on Wednesdays, arriving within 24 hours of harvest.
Medium is our most popular heat level and what we recommend for first-timers — it has a pleasant, building warmth that lets you taste the signature smoky-sweet Hatch flavor without overwhelming heat. Mild is perfect for kids, spice-sensitive palates, or dishes like rellenos where you want flavor without the kick. Hot delivers the classic New Mexican heat that restaurants in Albuquerque and Santa Fe are known for. X-Hot is for serious heat seekers only. When in doubt, start Medium — you can always go hotter next time.
Roasted frozen Hatch chile lasts 12+ months at 0°F without significant quality loss — this is how most New Mexicans stockpile their annual supply and enjoy Hatch chile year-round. We recommend portioning into meal-sized bags and pressing out as much air as possible before freezing. Our jarred sauces, salsas, and dried products like red chile pods and powders are shelf-stable for 12–18 months in your pantry.
Yes — discounts apply automatically at checkout with no code needed. For pantry items like jarred chile, sauces, salsas, and spices: 3+ items saves 10% and 6+ items saves 15%. For frozen products like roasted chile, rellenos, tamales, and chimichangas: 2 items saves 20%, 3 saves 25%, and 4+ saves 30%. Mix and match anything within each collection — the more you stock, the more you save.
Every product we sell is Hatch Chile Association certified — your guarantee that the chile was grown in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico, not Anaheim or imported chile relabeled under the Hatch name. Our family has farmed the Hatch Valley since 1917 when our great-great-grandfather Joseph Franzoy became the first commercial chile farmer in the region. Five generations later, we still farm 300+ acres and grow 10+ cultivar varieties including Big Jim, Sandia Select, and Lumbre. Over 500,000 customers and 12,000+ verified 5-star reviews — you're buying from the source.
Buy Hatch Chile Online - From the Family That Started It All
These are the products our 500,000+ customers come back for again and again. Our flame-roasted frozen Hatch chile is by far the most popular — flash-frozen within hours of roasting to lock in the same smoky, earthy flavor you'd taste standing next to a roasting drum in Hatch during chile season. Pair it with our handmade green chile rellenos, traditional tamales, or jarred sauces and salsas for a complete Hatch Valley pantry.
Every product here is made with Hatch Chile Association certified chile — grown in the Hatch Valley of southern New Mexico by our 5th-generation family farm, not Anaheim or imported chile sold under the Hatch name. The valley's mineral-rich Rio Grande soil, 300+ days of intense sunshine, and dramatic temperature swings produce 23% more flavor compounds than chile grown elsewhere — a difference you can taste in every bite. Our family has farmed this valley since 1917 when our great-great-grandfather Joseph Franzoy became the first commercial chile farmer in Hatch.
We ship from bi-coastal distribution centers in New Jersey and California so your order arrives quickly via ground shipping, packed in insulated recyclable containers on dry ice. Frozen products ship Tuesdays and Wednesdays year-round. Mix and match 2+ frozen items for up to 30% off, or 3+ pantry items for up to 20% off — discounts apply automatically at checkout with our Mix & Match Savings program. See our shipping page for delivery times and details.