Stubb's Spicy Barbecue Sauce starts with Original and adds habanero, black pepper and cayenne for bold Texas flavor and spicy heat. Use on ribs, chicken, wings, steak, pork and vegetables. No high-fructose corn syrup; gluten-free and non-GMO.
Flavor profile
Ingredients
Verified from the manufacturer label.
Nutrition
Sourced from Open Food Facts (community-contributed; may lag the current bottle label).| Serving size | 2 tbsp. (33 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 30 |
| Sodium (mg) | 260 |
| Total carbs (g) | 7 |
| Total sugars (g) | 5 |
Nutrition source: Open Food Facts (community-contributed; values may differ from the current bottle label).
From around the web
What reviewers say
Reviews of Stubb's Spicy Barbecue Sauce describe a balanced tomato-vinegar base with mild habanero heat and spices that work better as a condiment than a cooked glaze. The sauce earns average marks overall for flavor balance but draws criticism for a chemical aftertaste and lack of excitement. It pairs best with beef like brisket according to testers, and performs adequately on the grill with minimal burning. Multiple sources note its improved appeal versus the original due to added spice, yet it remains mid-tier among Stubb's lineup.
Pros
- good flavor balance with noticeable heat
- works well as a dip or condiment
- pairs nicely with beef
- smooth texture and mild burn
Cons
- chemical or off-putting aftertaste
- heat is milder than expected and fades when cooked
- not the most exciting or complex sauce
- can taste flat after grilling
“The heat of this spicy version improved the flavor for me compared to the original... deserves more of an average or slightly above average rating for its good balance of flavor.”
meatwave.com →“The impression I get from Mr. Stubblefield’s sauces is one of balance... tangier than your typical store sauce, which is a good thing in my opinion.”
burn-blog.com →“Stubb's Spicy Bar-B-Q Sauce, the hottest of Stubb's line of sauces... deserves a slightly above-average rating.”
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Sourced from 4 blog, 1 video review. Synthesized by AI; quotes link to the originals.
