Step 1

Add the hot sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne, garlic powder, and salt (if using) to a mid-sized pot with tall sides.

Step 2

Whisk everything until smooth, add the butter in chunks and place the pot on the stove over medium heat.

Step 3

Stir frequently with a wire whisk until the mixture begins to bubble.

Step 4

Stir for a few minutes until the butter is melted, watching carefully to keep it from bubbling over. When it's smooth, remove the pot from the heat.

Step 5

Allow the sauce to cool, then serve immediately or store in an airtight container, such as a Mason jar, in the refrigerator.