Sweet Baby Ray's: "The Sauce is the Boss"

In the United States, when it comes to BBQ sauce, there's Sweet Baby Ray's , and then there's everyone else. It's simply the best-selling BBQ sauce in America. You'll find it in baseball stadiums, diners, and the refrigerators of millions of families.

The story began in 1985 in Chicago, when a certain Chef Larry entered his family's sauce in a giant barbecue competition (the Mike Royko Rib-off). He beat 700 other participants and took first place. Since then, its success has been worldwide. Why? Because it's the ultimate comfort sauce. It's smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced.

The secret of sauce No. 1

What sets Sweet Baby Ray's apart is its texture and richness . It's a thick sauce that clings well to meat (it doesn't drip everywhere). It's renowned for its sweet and tangy flavor, with notes of molasses, pineapple, and mild spices.

It's the queen of "Glaze" (lacquering). When you brush it on pork ribs or chicken at the end of cooking, it caramelizes to form an absolutely irresistible sticky and shiny crust.

A collection of legendary flavors

While the original recipe is a classic, Sweet Baby Ray's has developed a whole range to satisfy all grilling enthusiasts. Depending on availability, you can find the following on this page:

Barbecue Sauces (Original, Honey, Hickory...): Whether you like the classic taste, the sweetness of honey (Honey) or the smoky side with walnut wood and brown sugar (Hickory & Brown Sugar), there is definitely a bottle for your Ribs.
Buffalo Wing Sauces: Want to make restaurant-style chicken wings? These sauces are perfect for that. They're creamy and have just the right amount of spice to coat your chicken wings .
Ray's Secret Sauce: A smooth sauce, a blend of mustard, horseradish and spices, ideal for dipping fries or topping a burger.
Marinades: More fluid preparations to tenderize meat before cooking.

Discover all the variations of the brand in our product list below!

Why is it indispensable?

Because it saves any meal. Frozen nuggets? With Sweet Baby Ray's, they become a feast. Leftover cold chicken? Mix it with the sauce to make a pulled chicken sandwich. It's a sure thing. If you're having friends over and don't know which sauce to choose, go for this one. It's a crowd-pleaser (even kids love it because it's not too spicy).

FAQ - Minute BBQ

Does it contain gluten?

Good news: The vast majority of Sweet Baby Ray's sauces (including the Original) are certified Gluten Free . It's marked on the bottle!

How to get the best results at the barbecue?

Because the sauce is high in sugar, don't add it at the beginning of cooking (it might turn black). Cook your meat, and generously brush it with the sauce during the last 5 to 10 minutes on the grill.