TABAÑERO ENTERS THE GROWING BARBECUE CATEGORY WITH ALL-NATURAL FLORIDA-STYLE BBQ SAUCES, MADE WITH HALF THE SUGAR OF LEADING BRANDS.

March 30, 2026

Seven BBQ Sauces Launch This April, Bringing Bold, Balanced Flavor And Clean Ingredients to Grilling, Glazing and Everyday Meals

Tabañero, the Florida premium national hot sauce brand, is expanding into the barbecue category with the April 3, 2026 launch of Tabañero BBQ Sauce, a seven-flavor line infused with the brand’s signature heat and clean, bold ingredients. The introduction marks a strategic portfolio extension, building on the company’s established flavor equity while translating its bright, drizzle-worthy character into Florida-style BBQ sauces. Inspired by the state’s Southern, Caribbean, and Latin American influences, each sauce delivers a lighter, more tropical and tangy profile that sets it apart from heavier, smokier regional BBQ styles, with only half the sugar of leading brands.

Founded in 2011, Tabañero has become a leading premium hot sauce brand known for flavor innovation and all natural ingredients. From citrus-forward blends to fruit-infused heat and layered spice profiles, its sauces are crafted to enhance food, not overpower it. With the introduction of Tabañero BBQ Sauce, the brand extends its flavor-first approach and clean-label integrity into a category where consumers are increasingly looking for more innovative flavor combinations, varying heat levels and better-for-you ingredients.

“Barbecue sauce stands alongside hot sauce as an essential and versatile condiment, and we recognized an exciting opportunity to bring the two together,” said Traci Mishner, Vice President of Marketing & Trade Operations. “Tabañero BBQ Sauce builds on the qualities of balance, brightness and ingredient integrity that define our brand, giving people even more ways to experience Tabañero’s unique flavors in their everyday meals.”

The launch aligns with broader category momentum, as hot sauce and barbecue sauce are the only major condiment categories currently growing at 4.2%, outpacing the 2.2% food-at-home inflation rate.

With seven distinct varieties, there is a Tabañero BBQ Sauce for every type of fan, from those who appreciate sweet-meets-heat to those who prefer a more pronounced kick.

• Original is smoky and sweet with a hint of Florida orange citrus that complements ribs, shredded pork, burgers and fries. It has the versatility of ketchup with half the sugar and a better-for-you ingredient list.
• Everglades Gold blends the flavor of Southern-style mustard barbecue with Florida citrus notes for a distinctive, golden hue and bold, balanced flavor. It shines on chicken, pork, seafood and as a dipping sauce or sandwich spread.
• Habanero Honey combines real organic honey with the clean, crisp taste of habanero peppers for a hot honey flavor that takes wings to a new level and creates the ideal glossy finishing sauce.
• Apple Hickory layers apple sweetness and subtle smoke, making it ideal for ribs, brisket and slow-cooked meats.
• Smoked Pepperoncini is a one-of-a-kind blend featuring tangy pepperoncini peppers layered with light smoke and vibrant brightness. Ideal for chicken, sausages, grilled meats, and as a flavorful marinade base.
• Bourbon Black Cherry brings rich cherry depth and subtle bourbon notes balanced with savory warmth, adding dimension to pork, steak tips and elevated weeknight dinners.
• XXX delivers fuller-bodied intensity for those who enjoy bolder heat without sacrificing balance.

Like all Tabañero products, Tabañero BBQ Sauces are made with 100 percent natural ingredients and contain no high fructose corn syrup, artificial preservatives or fillers. They are gluten-free, kosher and vegan (except Habanero Honey), continuing the brand’s commitment to bold flavor made from clean ingredients. All of these sauces are crafted in the United States.

The sauces are presented in Tabañero’s signature premium packaging with matte finishes, gold accents and vibrant labels designed to stand out on shelves. Each 14.5-ounce bottle carries a suggested retail price of $7.49. 

Tabañero is proudly stocked in over 8,500 stores nationwide, with the new Tabañero BBQ Sauce line rolling out at select retailers, including Amazon. Find a location near you and grab a bottle today via the Tabanero Store Locator. For updates, follow Tabañero at @tabanero.

 ABOUT TABAÑERO

Tabañero was founded by South Florida’s legendary entrepreneur, Carl DeSantis. Each blend is crafted with meticulous attention to detail and creativity, reflecting his unwavering passion for life. The brand’s exclusive formulas showcase high-quality, all-natural ingredients with peppers sourced directly from Tabasco, Mexico and crafted in the USA.

Tabañero offers a tongue-tingling lineup of hot sauces, condiments, and cocktail mixes. All ingredients are all-natural, gluten-free, and kosher, with no artificial preservatives, additives or cheap fillers. Tabañero products can be found at retailers such as Walmart, Winn-Dixie and Sedanos and at many of your favorite restaurants. For more information, visit tabanero.com.