Spice Up Your Sandwich Game — Subway Unveils Hot Honey Creations

Subway, one of the leading competitors in the quick-service sandwich business, has introduced two new sandwiches guaranteed to drive customers into stores by piggybacking on a current food craze: Hot Honey.

Per a press release, Subway offers a limited time option for all their popular sandwiches to be slathered with the sweet heat sauce. Also, the sandwich chain is offering two new creations, taking the food trend to the next level.

Two new chef-crafted Subway subs where the sauce is the star of the show include:

• Hot Honey Chicken features tender rotisserie-style chicken and melted Monterey Cheddar, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions on Artisan Italian bread. The sub features a bold duo of Hot Honey sauce and Creamy Sriracha and is finished with SubKrunch, a savory, crispy sandwich topping exclusive to Subway.
• Hot Honey Pepperoni layers zesty pepperoni with creamy provolone and crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions on toasted Artisan Italian bread, all drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey sauce.

“Subway’s signature sauces have become as popular as the footlong itself, elevating our freshly sliced meats and vegetables with bold and beloved flavors,” said Paul Fabre, SVP of Culinary and Innovation at Subway. “Our fans know we’re the sub sauce experts, which is why we’re putting a Subway twist on a hot culinary trend, combining sweet honey with hot pepper and a savory blend of spices.”

Subsequently, Subway’s Hot Honey Pepperoni sandwich is a sweet heat addition to the chain’s value-busting $6.99 Meal of the Day. These subs are available seven days a week.

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For a limited time, the Thursday Meal of the Day is served with a choice of chips or cookies and a fountain drink for just $6.99. The meal can be upgraded to a footlong for $9.99.

Why Is Hot Honey So Popular?

Hot honey has taken the culinary world by storm, becoming a must-have ingredient for food lovers everywhere. Its appeal lies in the perfect balance of sweetness and heat, which enhances a wide variety of dishes, from pizza and fried chicken to sandwiches and even cocktails. This dynamic flavor profile taps into the growing trend of bold, contrasting tastes that excite the palate.

Another reason for its popularity is the rise of social media-driven food trends. Platforms like TikTok and Instagram have showcased countless creative ways to use hot honey, inspiring home cooks and restaurants alike to experiment with it.

Celebrity chefs and major food brands have embraced the trend, incorporating hot honey into menus and packaged products, further fueling its mainstream appeal. The ease of making it at home — simply combining honey with chili peppers or infused hot sauces — has also contributed to its widespread adoption, and the craze shows no signs of slowing down.