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Charcuterie board Sauce

WHAT IS CHARCUTERIE BOARD SAUCE?

A mouth-watering, first-of-its-kind all-natural blend of herbs, spices, and extra virgin olive oil crafted in small batches. Designed to elevate grazing and gathering, our charcuterie board sauces bring vibrant, savory flavor to cheeses, meats, vegetables, crackers, and cooking alike.

HOW TO USE?

Our Charcuterie Board Sauces are ready-to-use straight from the jar.

It’s as easy as:

Choose your favorite flavor
Remove the seal
Place charcuterie board sauce on the board
Stir hand-crafted blend of spices & artisanal olive oil to achieve balanced flavor perfection
Add a spoon for guests to drizzle or spread while grazing and gathering
Compliment any recipe – traditional or new – by dipping, spreading, or drizzling.

Which ready-to-use charcuterie board sauce will you choose?

ALL OUR CHARCUTERIE BOARD SAUCES ARE

Gluten-free
Zero Sugar
All-natural / plant-based / vegan
Free of artificial coloring and preservatives
No fillers

SUITABLE FOR DIETARY RESTRICTIONS

Vegan
Keto
Free from soy, grains, and peanuts

WHAT’S MORE?

Clean Label – Simply a blend of herbs, spices, and extra virgin olive oil—nothing unnecessary, just real ingredients.
Non-GMO – Made with carefully selected ingredients you can feel good about.
Naturally Functional Ingredients – Packed with antioxidants from thyme and warming spices, plus anti-inflammatory benefits from flavonoid-rich sumac.
Shelf-Stable Convenience – No refrigeration needed. Keep it right by your salt and pepper and drizzle over everything.

About the Founder Chef

Marlen Wensel

Marlen Wensel’s love of food was shaped by her upbringing in Jordan and deepened through earning a Master’s degree in Food Science from Drexel University, where she combined culinary creativity with scientific expertise.

Before launching Apricot Sun, she spent several years working in the food industry with Fortune 500 companies, building a strong foundation in large-scale food production, quality standards, and product development.

In 2024, she was named a World Food Championships finalist for her Crispy Rice with Grilled Shrimp, featuring Apricot Sun’s Chile Crisp Charcuterie Board Sauce. Today, Marlen crafts Apricot Sun’s premium products in small batches, thoughtfully sourcing ingredients that honor their Mediterranean roots while delivering authentic, bold flavor.

She also shares her passion through in-store tastings and approachable cooking demonstrations at Niemann Harvest Market, helping home cooks create flavorful meals with confidence. At home, her husband and two boys serve as her favorite taste testers, giving every new recipe their enthusiastic approval before it reaches your table.

Special Thanks

Thanks to our business partners:

Business development & strategy- Phil Luzius @philluzius
Production facility & ops- Andy Fry
Photography- Michael Durr @michaeldurr.com
Graphic design- Tony Fannin @tfannin.com
Marketing & creative writing- Lauren Li Primer @thatfirstbitebliss

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