Midwestern mustard BBQ sauce with added sweet and smoky notes plus a hint of bacon; thick, real-sugar sweetened, versatile on chicken, pulled pork, fish and vegetables.
Flavor profile
Ingredients
Captured by OCR from the product label image.Tomato Puree (Tomato Paste, Water), Organic Vinegar, Sugar, Mustard Seed, Salt, Spices, Paprika), Sugar, Brown Sugar, Water, Apple Cider Vinegar, Salt, Corn Starch, Natural Flavor, Dried Onions, Dried Garlic.
Nutrition
Captured by OCR from the product label image.| Serving size | 2 Tbsp (34g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 80 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Total carbs (g) | 18 |
| Total sugars (g) | 17 |
From around the web
What reviewers say
The limited third-party coverage of Rufus Teague KC Gold centers on a single detailed editorial review that finds the sauce overly sweet with muted mustard character. Retailer descriptions emphasize its Midwest-style sweetness, thickness, and versatility on chicken and pork. After cooking the flavor flattens further according to the review, leading to a low overall score and qualified recommendation only for specific dipping uses. The sauce is positioned as a milder mustard option that may appeal to those who dislike strong mustard tastes.
Pros
- smooth syrupy texture with good pour
- versatile as a dip for chicken fingers or wings
- uses real sugar and natural ingredients
Cons
- overly sweet with mustard flavor that does not pop
- lacks depth and contrast after cooking
- falls flat overall with minor supporting notes
“I marked this sauce to get one and half stars, which is a pretty low score for me. The sauce wasn't bad, but just fell flat, and with the mustard not popping at all, I wondered what was the point.”
meatwave.com →“I noted that this is a mustard sauce that mustard haters would probably like, but then is it really doing itself any service being a mustard sauce at all?”
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