Salt: A World History
How was Tabasco invented?
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The family that owned the Louisiana salt works went back after the war and bought the salt rich Avery Island. A friend called McIIhenny soon joined them, bringing with him small Mexican chili peppers to farm. Combining the salt with the peppers and a touch of vinegar, McIlhenny invented a hot sauce became known as Tabasco.