About Us | The Phlippens Story

Welcome to Phlippens

This is where life lessons, a dash of stubbornness, and a love for real flavor turned one crazy dream into a smoky, saucy reality.

In January 2017, life gave me a brutal wake-up call. Losing my dad reminded me how short and unpredictable life can be. So, instead of spending three weeks a month traveling for a high-paying job I no longer loved, I decided to chase a passion I didn't even know I had: smoking stuff—onions, garlic, peppers, you name it—and turning them into something real. No liquid smoke nonsense, just hard work, a smoker, and an idea.

By October 2018, after a few botched batches and a lot of encouragement from friends and family, Phlippens was born. The face on the jar? Yep, that’s me, selfie and all, because this brand is about being real—real ingredients, real passion, and a real story.

Fast forward through burnt fingers, late nights, and some epic wins (hello, The Keg!), I built a brand from scratch, one smoky batch at a time. The Phlippen sauces landed in hundreds of stores, caught the attention of big names, and even survived a pandemic by pivoting into local collaborations. From sauces to seasonings, every jar and bottle has a little bit of my journey—and a lot of Phlippen flavor. By 2023, though, I realized I wasn’t chasing the corporate dream—I was chasing my dream: connecting with people, having fun, and making food that sparks joy. So, we scaled back to focus on our community, got back into local events, and opened The Phlippen Family Spot, a hub for great vibes and even better eats. It’s more than a business; it’s our way of sharing the love with the Phlippen family we’ve built along the way. Life’s too short for regrets. So grab a jar, meet us at an event, or just reach out on social to say hi. At Phlippens, we’re all in—and we hope you are too!