Walking down the condiments aisle in the grocery store is absolutely exhausting. If you’re not careful, you could get lost in a sea of BBQ sauces for hours! From the housemade stuff you find at Valley Smoke to the jarred options at your local supermarket, we’re here with the top choices to flavor your meat this summer.
Kansas City Classics
Sweet and smoky KC sauces are the perfect complement to a hot summer meal. The Valley Smoke BBQ pros draw flavor inspiration from our whiskey wall, local cuisines and adventurous palates.
We might be biased, but our favorite version of Kansas City BBQ sauce is what we make in-house. It’s the perfect thickness and mixture of sweet molasses, vinegar and a couple of other secret components. Hey, I guess you’ll just have to stop by and try it!
If you’re in a pinch and need to pick something up from Publix, you can’t go wrong with Sweet Baby Ray’s. This bottled option has served the masses for decades. The sweet, tangy profile and extra thickness is great for any backyard BBQ.
Can’t-Miss Mustard Options
South Carolina brought mustard-based sauces to the world of BBQ, and boy are we thankful. This popular option graces your dinner table in the form of a thin sauce with a distinct zing. Valley Smoke regulars love our take on this Carolina classic. Drizzle some of our mustard sauce on some meat from the pit for a serious flavor experience.
It’s hard to find a good grocery store option of a Carolina Gold, but Trader Joe’s does a solid rendition of this cult favorite. Their name brand BBQ is made with pure cane sugar, which is a rarity in the world of mass-produced corn syrup sauces.
Vinegar-Based Varieties Dominate the Scene
An absolute staple in any serious BBQ joint is a ho’made vinegar sauce. Yep, we’ve got it going on at Valley Smoke with our vinegar version. We worked tirelessly to develop two sauces (that’s right, we have TWO vinegar options) that strike the perfect combo of vinegar and spices. One is more traditional while the other kicks it up a notch with red peppers. Whether you want some heat or like to keep your cool, we’ve got what ‘ya need.
Stubb’s Original is a good store-bought option that’s been around for ages. It even used to be served in a whiskey bottle! No wonder we like this option. Give it a try if you don’t have time to pop into Valley Smoke for a bottle of our version.
Find Your Favorite at the Valley Smoke BBQ Pit
We serve BBQ lovers from the First Coast and beyond seven days a week. From our twist on Sunday brunch classics to slow-roasted meats, every one of our BBQ sauces is the perfect complement to your order.
Make your reservation to snag a table with an Intracoastal view. We can’t wait to serve you!
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