Blues Hog Champions’ Blend BBQ Sauce combines the best parts of the legendary Blues Hog sauce lineup into one balanced competition-style barbecue sauce. Sweet, smoky, tangy and slightly peppery, this sauce was designed to deliver the “winning bite” that competition BBQ teams chase on the circuit while still being incredibly easy to use at home.
Created as a blend of Blues Hog Original and Tennessee Red-style flavour profiles, Champions’ Blend delivers more balance and versatility than many traditional sweet BBQ sauces. You get rich sweetness upfront, smoky depth through the middle and a tangy peppery finish that cuts through rich smoked meats beautifully.
Packed into a convenient 680g squeeze bottle, this sauce has become a favourite among competition pitmasters, backyard smokers, burger shops and BBQ food trucks thanks to its ability to work across almost every style of barbecue. Whether you’re glazing ribs, brushing brisket burnt ends, coating wings or building loaded burgers, Champions’ Blend delivers bold BBQ flavour without becoming overly sweet or overpowering.
For many BBQ teams, this is the “all-rounder” sauce that gets used as-is or blended into custom competition recipes for that perfect sweet-smoky-tangy balance.
🔥 Flavour Profile
Blues Hog Champions’ Blend sits right in the middle of sweet, smoky and tangy barbecue flavour.
You’ll notice:
- 🍯 Balanced sweetness – Sweet enough for classic American BBQ flavour without becoming overly sugary.
- 🌶️ Peppery tang – A mild pepper warmth and vinegar tang keep the sauce lively and balanced.
- 🪵 Light smoky depth – Adds authentic barbecue flavour that works brilliantly with charcoal and smoked meats.
- 🍅 Rich tomato BBQ base – Gives body and traditional competition BBQ character.
- 🧄 Garlic and spice savouriness – Adds depth and complexity without overpowering the meat.
- 🍎 Tangy finish – Helps cut through fatty cuts like pork shoulder, ribs and brisket.
Heat Level: 🌶️ Mild
Texture: Smooth and glossy
🍖 Best Used On
- 🐖 Pork ribs – Excellent for competition-style glazing and sticky rib finishes.
- 🍗 Chicken wings – Sweet and tangy flavour works beautifully on crispy wings.
- 🥩 Brisket burnt ends – Helps balance rich beef with sweetness and acidity.
- 🍔 Smash burgers – Popular with burger shops and BBQ food trucks thanks to its balanced flavour.
- 🐷 Pulled pork – Tangy finish keeps pulled pork from tasting too rich or heavy.
- 🐄 Beef short ribs – Great brushed on during the final stages of cooking.
- 🌭 Smoked sausages – Works well with pork, beef and jalapeño cheddar sausages.
- 🐟 Grilled fish – Tangy smoky balance suits salmon and firmer seafood surprisingly well.
🍳 More Ways to Use It
🔥 BBQ Uses
- Brush onto ribs during the final 15–20 minutes for glossy competition-style finish.
- Toss smoked chicken wings in warmed sauce.
- Use on burnt ends before returning them to the smoker.
- Add to pulled pork for extra moisture and tang.
- Blend with hotter sauces for your own custom competition sauce.
🍔 Kitchen Uses
- Use as a burger sauce base mixed with mayo.
- Add to toasted sandwiches and wraps.
- Stir into slow cooker pulled pork.
- Use as a glaze for meatloaf.
- Brush onto grilled chicken burgers.
🍟 Snack & Side Uses
- Serve with loaded fries or wedges.
- Add to baked beans for smoky tangy richness.
- Use as a dipping sauce for nuggets and tenders.
- Drizzle lightly over brisket-loaded chips.
🧂 Sauce & Marinade Ideas
- Thin slightly with apple juice for pulled pork finishing sauce.
- Mix with butter for wing glaze.
- Blend with hot sauce for extra heat.
- Combine with honey for sticky rib glaze.
💪 Why BBQers Love It
- 🏆 Competition-proven flavour profile – Designed around the sweet, smoky and tangy balance BBQ judges love.
- 🍖 Extremely versatile – Works across pork, chicken, beef, seafood and burgers.
- 🍔 Popular with burger shops and BBQ food trucks – The balanced flavour profile suits burgers especially well.
- 🔥 Not overly sweet – More balanced than many traditional competition sauces.
- 🪵 Pairs beautifully with smoke cooking – Excellent on charcoal grills, pellet grills and offset smokers.
- 🧑🍳 Great base for custom sauces – Many BBQ teams blend it into their own “secret sauce” combinations.
- 🍗 Excellent glazing consistency – Thick enough to cling to meat without becoming overly heavy.
🧂 Key Ingredient Breakdown
| Ingredient |
What It Does |
| Tomato & ketchup base |
Builds classic BBQ flavour and texture |
| Brown sugar |
Adds sweetness and glossy finish |
| Apple cider vinegar |
Adds tang and balances richness |
| Garlic & spices |
Provide savoury BBQ depth |
| Paprika & chilli spices |
Add mild warmth and colour |
| Worcestershire |
Adds umami richness |
| Natural smoke flavour |
Gives smoky barbecue depth |
| Vanilla extract |
Softens sharp vinegar notes |
🔥 How to Use It
For Pork Ribs
- Smoke ribs at 120–135°C until nearly tender.
- Apply sauce lightly during the final 15–20 minutes.
- Let the glaze tack up without burning.
For Chicken Wings
- Cook wings until crispy.
- Toss in warmed sauce immediately after cooking.
- Finish briefly over direct heat if desired.
For Burgers
- Brush onto patties during the final minute.
- Pair with pickles, cheese and bacon for classic BBQ burger flavour.
- Mix with mayo for burger sauce.
For Burnt Ends
- Cube brisket point after smoking.
- Coat lightly with sauce.
- Return to smoker until sticky and caramelised.
🍳 Cooking Methods
| Cooking Method |
Temp |
Tips |
| Low & Slow Smoking |
120–135°C |
Apply sauce near the end |
| Charcoal Grilling |
180–220°C |
Excellent for wings and burgers |
| Pellet Grill Cooking |
120–150°C |
Great with ribs and pork shoulder |
| Oven BBQ |
150–170°C |
Sauce during final uncovered stage |
| Flat Top Cooking |
Medium-High |
Ideal for burger glazing |
🔥 Important Tip
Because the sauce contains sugar, avoid prolonged direct high heat after glazing or the sauce may darken too quickly.
🪵 Wood Pairings
- 🌳 Hickory – Classic strong BBQ smoke flavour for ribs and brisket.
- 🍎 Apple wood – Excellent with pork and chicken thanks to its lighter sweet smoke.
- 🍒 Cherry wood – Adds beautiful colour and mild sweetness.
- 🌰 Pecan – Smooth nutty smoke that complements the sauce’s tangy finish.
🍽️ Recipe Ideas
🍖 Competition Style Pork Ribs
Sticky glazed ribs finished with sweet smoky tangy barbecue sauce.
Suggested internal link: See full recipe
🍔 BBQ Smash Burgers
Smash burgers glazed with Champions’ Blend and topped with pickles.
Suggested internal link: See full recipe
🍗 Sticky Chicken Wings
Charcoal-grilled wings tossed in warm BBQ glaze.
Suggested internal link: See full recipe
🥩 Brisket Burnt Ends
Burnt ends finished in sweet smoky tangy sauce.
Suggested internal link: See full recipe
🫘 Smoked BBQ Baked Beans
Rich baked beans boosted with barbecue sauce and smoked meat.
Suggested internal link: See full recipe
📦 Product Details
| Detail |
Information |
| Product Name |
Blues Hog Champions’ Blend BBQ Sauce |
| Brand |
Blues Hog |
| Product Type |
BBQ Sauce |
| Size |
24oz / 680g |
| Flavour |
Sweet, smoky, tangy |
| Heat Level |
Mild |
| Texture |
Smooth and glossy |
| Best For |
Ribs, wings, burgers, brisket |
| Made In |
USA |
| Gluten Free |
Yes |
| Allergens |
Contains Fish (Anchovies) |
| Storage |
Refrigerate after opening |
❓ FAQs
What makes Champions’ Blend different from Blues Hog Original?
Champions’ Blend is more balanced and tangy, while Original is generally sweeter and thicker.
Is Champions’ Blend good for competition BBQ?
Yes. It was specifically designed around competition-style sweet, smoky and tangy flavour profiles.
Is it very spicy?
No. It has mild pepper warmth but focuses more on balanced barbecue flavour.
Can I use this on burgers?
Absolutely. It’s very popular with burger shops and BBQ food trucks because of its balanced flavour profile.
What meats does this work best on?
It’s especially good on ribs, pulled pork, brisket, wings and burgers.
Can it be used as a marinade?
Yes. It works very well as a marinade, glaze and finishing sauce.
Does it contain allergens?
Yes. Contains fish (anchovies) from Worcestershire ingredients.
Does it need refrigeration?
Yes. Refrigerate after opening.
If you want one BBQ sauce that covers sweet, smoky and tangy flavour in perfect balance, Blues Hog Champions’ Blend BBQ Sauce is an easy choice. Designed for competition BBQ but simple enough for everyday grilling, it delivers the kind of glossy, crowd-pleasing barbecue flavour that works on everything from ribs and wings to burgers and burnt ends.
