In this video, Food writer Andee Gosnell (Associate Editor at Food & Wine) and Roscoe Hall (Chef & BBQ Expert) put grocery store barbecue sauces to the ultimate test, tasting and ranking the most popular options to find out which ones are actually worth it. From classics like Kraft Original and Sweet Baby Ray’s to fan favorites like Blues Hog and Lilie’s Q, they break down each sauce in detail—analyzing sweetness, tang, smokiness, and texture while sharing what makes a sauce truly great for barbecue. Along the way, they also consider versatility and value to see which bottles deliver the most for your money. With expert insights, strong opinions, and plenty of fun, they reveal their top picks across categories like best mustard BBQ sauce and most all-purpose —before agreeing on the ultimate #1 barbecue sauce, so be sure to watch to the end to see which one takes the top spot.
