Republic Australia Smash Sauce is a creamy, tangy burger and dipping sauce made for smash burgers, but it has plenty of life beyond the bun. It combines tomato, savoury spices and vegetables with a richer creamy base, giving you that familiar fast-food-style burger sauce flavour with enough sweetness, acidity and seasoning to stand up to a properly browned beef patty.
This is quite different from Republic's Smokey and Honey BBQ sauces. Smash Sauce isn't trying to be a glaze for ribs or brisket; it's the finishing sauce of the range, built for burgers, fried or grilled chicken, hot chips, nuggets and anything else that benefits from a creamy, tangy dip. That matches the creator's description of it as the sauce for smash burgers, chicken and dipping rather than another traditional BBQ sauce.
The sauce contains both oil and skim milk powder, which gives it a richer, creamier texture than the other Republic sauces, while tomato paste, acidity and spices keep that richness balanced.
Flavour Profile
Expect a creamy, tangy, slightly sweet and savoury burger-sauce profile.
It has:
- Creamy richness
- Tomato in the background
- Noticeable sweetness
- Enough acidity to cut through fatty beef and fried food
- Savoury spice and vegetable notes
- No prominent chilli heat
That combination is particularly useful on smash burgers because the tang and sweetness balance the rich beef, melted cheese and browned crust rather than competing with them.
Best Used On
| Food |
Why It Works |
| Smash burgers |
The main event. Its creamy, tangy flavour cuts through beef fat and cheese while adding sweetness and moisture. |
| Cheeseburgers |
Works with beef, cheese, pickles and onion without overpowering them. |
| Chicken burgers |
Particularly good with crispy or grilled chicken where the creamy sauce balances seasoning and crunch. |
| Chicken tenders & nuggets |
Use it straight from the bottle as a rich dipping sauce. |
| Hot chips & wedges |
The creamy tang works well as an alternative to tomato or BBQ sauce. |
| Hot dogs |
Adds richness and acidity alongside sausages, onions, cheese or pickles. |
| Loaded fries |
Drizzle over fries with beef, chicken, cheese or bacon as a finishing sauce. |
How to Use
Shake well before use.
Smash Burgers
Spread Smash Sauce onto the toasted top and/or bottom bun after cooking the patties.
It works particularly well with:
- Double smashed beef patties
- American-style cheese
- Pickles
- Onion
- Lettuce if you want some freshness
Because this is a finishing sauce, there is no benefit in cooking it directly on the hotplate. Add it once the burger is ready to assemble.
As a Dipping Sauce
Pour into a small dish and use with chips, wedges, chicken tenders, nuggets or other finger food.
The sauce is thick and creamy enough to cling well rather than running straight off.
Chicken & Hot Dogs
Use it on grilled or fried chicken burgers, or drizzle over hot dogs after cooking.
Its acidity and sweetness work particularly well with rich, salty foods, which is why it suits both burgers and fried chicken so naturally.
Ingredients & Allergens
Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Canola Oil, Tomato Paste, Salt, Skim Milk Powder, Dehydrated Vegetables, Acidity Regulator (260, 330), Thickener (1422, 415), Spices, Flavours (Milk), Flavour Enhancer (621), Colour (171), Preservative (211, 202).
Contains: Milk.
May contain traces of: Tree Nuts, Sesame, Peanuts, Soy and Sulphites.
Gluten Free.
Nutrition Information
Servings per bottle: 25
Serving size: 20ml
| Average Quantity |
Per 20ml Serve |
Per 100ml |
| Energy |
280kJ |
1430kJ |
| Protein |
Less than 1g |
2.5g |
| Gluten |
Not detected |
Not detected |
| Fat, total |
3.2g |
16.3g |
| Saturated fat |
Less than 1g |
1.3g |
| Carbohydrate |
9.0g |
46.0g |
| Sugars |
8.0g |
41.2g |
| Sodium |
310mg |
1590mg |
Product Details
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| Brand |
Republic Australia |
| Product |
Smash Sauce |
| Net Volume |
500ml |
| Style |
Burger and dipping sauce |
| Flavour |
Creamy, tangy, sweet and savoury |
| Best Suited To |
Smash burgers, chicken, chips, hot dogs and dipping |
| Heat |
No prominent chilli heat |
| Dietary Claim |
Gluten Free |
| Allergen |
Contains Milk |
| Country of Origin |
Made in Australia from at least 82% Australian ingredients |
| Packaging |
Squeeze bottle |
| Barcode |
9356610003674 |
Storage
Refrigerate after opening and use within 6 weeks of opening.
Keep the bottle securely closed between uses and shake well before serving.
FAQs
What does Republic Smash Sauce taste like?
It has a creamy, tangy burger-sauce flavour with tomato, sweetness and savoury spice underneath. It is richer than a normal BBQ sauce and designed more for burgers and dipping than glazing meat.
Is Smash Sauce just for burgers?
No. Burgers are its main job, but it also works very well with chicken tenders, nuggets, hot chips, wedges, chicken burgers and hot dogs.
Can I cook with it?
It is better used as a finishing or dipping sauce. Add it after cooking rather than putting it on the hotplate or grill, where the creamy sauce can split or scorch.
Is Republic Smash Sauce spicy?
It is not positioned as a hot sauce. The main profile is creamy, tangy, sweet and savoury rather than chilli-forward.
Does Smash Sauce contain dairy?
Yes. It contains skim milk powder and milk flavouring, and the allergen declaration states Contains: Milk.
