Place a small saucepan over low heat and allow it to warm slightly.

Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan.

Let the butter melt slowly while stirring occasionally.

Avoid browning the butter because it can alter the flavor of the buffalo sauce.

Once the butter is fully melted, slowly pour in the hot sauce.

Whisk the butter and hot sauce together until fully combined.

Add the white vinegar to balance the richness and enhance the tangy flavor.

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Add honey if you prefer a slightly balanced sweetness.

For extra heat, stir in the optional cayenne pepper.

Continue whisking the sauce until all the ingredients are smooth and evenly blended.

Keep the heat on low to maintain a silky texture.

Let the buffalo sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes.

Stir occasionally to prevent separation.

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning or heat level if needed.

If you want a milder sauce, add a little extra melted butter.

If you prefer a spicier sauce, add additional hot sauce or cayenne pepper.

Remove the saucepan from the heat once the sauce becomes glossy and smooth.

Let the sauce cool slightly before serving.

Toss freshly cooked chicken wings directly in the sauce.

Serve immediately with celery sticks and dipping sauce.

Store leftover buffalo sauce in an airtight container once cooled.