There are dozens of go-to barbeque sauces found in stores and restaurants, but few compare or have the same unique profile as the smoky Texas BBQ sauce.
Just as we follow our Texan roots in our grilling techniques, our BBQ sauce preferences also reflect a historic love of a smokier aroma.
Let’s answer some of the most asked questions we get regarding our famous smoked BBQ sauce:
What Makes Texas BBQ Sauce Different?
With a smokier, more savory, thinner, tomato-based, and peppery taste, Texas BBQ sauce is unlike other classic barbeque sauces.
Here in Texas, we prefer our Texas-style BBQ sauce to complement our love for mesquite-smoked meat. So, while we like some sweetness, we avoid going too sweet or molasses-heavy alternatives.
We think it’s the best BBQ sauce around, and having enjoyed it through the generations, we wouldn’t have it any other way!
Texas vs. Kansas City vs. Carolina: The Key Differences
American barbeque sauces vary quite dramatically!
Here in Texas, our sauce is bold and smoky. You may even taste hints of pepper and chili! We won’t give away our Goode Co. Shop original sauce secrets, but it’s always tomato-based.
Kansas is all about the sweetness and the thickness. It’s also tomato-based but uses brown sugar or molasses for the stickiness they love to coat ribs with.
Carolina prefers the sharp tang of a vinegar-based sauce!
The Role of the Tomato Base in Texas-Style Sauce
The tomato base is essential to Texas BBQ sauces. It gives it a thin body, the color, and a light savory touch.
It also adds acidity that enhances meats like briskets, for that richness that doesn’t overwhelm.
Goode's Original BBQ Sauce: The Bottled Texas Standard
At Goode Co. Shops, our Original Texas BBQ sauce has its roots in the history of Houston.
Back in 1977, our founder, Jim Goode, launched Goode Co. Barbeque. His passion for preserving Texas barbeque traditions has been followed for decades in every part of our food.
And that includes our Texas-style BBQ sauce! Handcrafted and glass-bottled, it’s the best way to accompany smoked meats without overpowering them.
What’s in the Bottle?
Our Goode’s Original BBQ Sauce is available in 13 oz, 24 oz, and 64 oz bottles.
Each uses a traditional Texas tomato base and a secret handcrafted recipe that brings out the best in smoked brisket, steak, pork ribs, chicken breast, or any meat that finds its way to your grill.
What Does Goode's Original Taste Like?
Highly rated as one of the best Texas BBQ sauces around, our sauce is subtly sweet, smoky, and bold.
Its smoky taste is akin to sitting beside a real grill, rather than a liquid smoke taste.
How Do You Use Texas BBQ Sauce?
1. As a finishing sauce for smoked meats
Smoked BBQ sauce should be used as a sauce applied to meat after it’s cooked. Alternatively, next to smoked meat as a dip.
Don’t use it during the cooking, as it will burn and dry out, leaving you without the juiciness it provides!
2. As a flavor base for BBQ sides (baked beans, mac and cheese, loaded potatoes
You can also throw it into smoked side dishes like an Austin baked bean and jalapeno pinto beans, or alongside classics like loaded potatoes, mac and cheese. The smokiness of a Texas BBQ sauce will beautifully contrast with these flavors.
Read more easy BBQ ideas for small gatherings here.
3. As a dipping sauce for sliders and sandwiches
Finally, any barbeque or pit sauce works well as a dip for sliders and sandwiches. At Goode Co. Shop, we love using some house-made jalapeno cheese bread to mop up the leftover sauce from our brisket!
What's in the BBQ Sauce Lineup?
Our Goode's Original Texas-style BBQ sauce is the best seller in our Pantry Goodes Collection. But we’re not just limited to the classics.
We’ve also got some varieties, including our Heavy Garlic BBQ Sauce or Jalapeno Garlic BBQ Sauce.
Heavy Garlic BBQ has a savory, aromatic, and robust flavor for those who prefer a strong garlic hit.
Jalapeno Garlic BBQ is as you’d expect: spicy, spirited, and zesty. It gives that punch of Jalapeno flare, for those who prefer a bit of fire!
Each of our Goode Co. Shop barbeque sauces is available individually, or in a gift box set of three - all shipped nationwide!
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas BBQ Sauce
What is a Texas-style barbeque sauce?
Texas BBQ sauce typically has a more savory flavor and uses a tomato base. While you may find sweet options, like Goode Co. Original BBQ sauce, the sweetness is subtler than you may find in sauces from other regions.
What is the best BBQ sauce for brisket?
We think of our classic Goode Co. Original sauce as best for brisket, but if you prefer a spicy punch, go for Jalapeno Garlic BBQ!
What makes Goode's BBQ sauce different from store brands?
Our barbeque sauce is entirely hand-crafted, using techniques and a recipe that has been trusted since 1977. It uses a tomato base, all-natural products, and no preservatives.
It’s thinner and closer to a savory marinara than a sticky or overly sugary version you may see in stores. That’s what makes it truly Texan!