Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce

Award-Winning BBQ Sauce for Ribs, Chicken, Pork and Beef

Bring world-championship barbecue flavour to your backyard with Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce, available online and in-store at You Need A BBQ in Sherwood Park, Alberta.

Created in partnership with Checkered Pig BBQ in Martinsville, Virginia, this award-winning sauce began through hands-on kitchen experimentation. The result is a bold, tangy and slightly sweet BBQ sauce that complements smoked meat without overpowering its natural flavour.

Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce is especially effective when blended with Heath Riles Sweet BBQ Sauce. That championship combination helped Heath Riles earn multiple Rib-category victories at the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.

Use it on ribs, chicken, pulled pork, brisket, burgers and more—or serve it as a dipping sauce for fries, roasted vegetables and appetizers.

Why Choose Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce?

• Developed with Checkered Pig BBQ

• Proven in world-championship rib competition

• Bold, tangy and slightly sweet flavour

• Excellent on ribs, chicken, pork and beef

• Creates a glossy competition-style finish

• Works as a glaze, finishing sauce, dip or condiment

• Blends perfectly with Heath Riles Sweet BBQ Sauce

• Suitable for backyard and competition cooking

• Available in pint and half-gallon sizes

• Available in Canada from You Need A BBQ

What Does Heath Riles Competition Sauce Taste Like?

Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce delivers a balanced combination of:

• Rich tomato flavour

• Brown-sugar sweetness

• Apple-cider-vinegar tang

• Savoury spices

• Worcestershire depth

• Mild smoky barbecue character

• A smooth, competition-style finish

It has enough sweetness to glaze ribs and chicken while maintaining the tang and savoury flavour needed to complement pork and beef.

What Can You Use Competition BBQ Sauce On?

Use Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce on:

• Baby back ribs

• St. Louis-style ribs

• Pulled pork

• Pork shoulder

• Pork chops

• Pork tenderloin

• Pork belly

• Chicken thighs

• Chicken wings

• Drumsticks

• Chicken breasts

• Whole chicken

• Beef brisket

• Burnt ends

• Beef ribs

• Burgers

• Meatloaf

• Sausages

• BBQ sandwiches

• Roasted vegetables

It also makes an excellent dipping sauce for fries, onion rings, chicken tenders and other appetizers.

Championship Sauce for Pork Ribs

Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce is built for ribs.

Apply a thin, even coating during the final stage of cooking. Return the ribs to the grill or smoker and allow the sauce to set until it becomes glossy and slightly tacky.

For the championship-style combination associated with Heath Riles’ Memphis in May success, blend Competition BBQ Sauce with Heath Riles Sweet BBQ Sauce.

Start with equal portions and adjust the balance according to your preferred level of sweetness and tang.

Great for Competition-Style Chicken

Use Competition BBQ Sauce as a finishing glaze on:

• Chicken thighs

• Chicken wings

• Drumsticks

• Chicken breasts

• Whole smoked chicken

Warm the sauce gently before applying it. Brush or dunk the chicken in a thin coating, then return it to the cooker briefly so the glaze can set.

Avoid applying a heavy coat too early because the sugars may darken during prolonged cooking.

Perfect for Pulled Pork

Mix a small amount of Competition BBQ Sauce into freshly pulled pork to add moisture and balanced flavour.

Begin with a light coating so the sauce supports the natural pork, smoke and seasoning rather than covering them.

Serve additional sauce on the side so guests can add more according to taste.

Excellent on Brisket and Beef

Competition BBQ Sauce can also be used lightly on:

• Sliced brisket

• Chopped brisket

• Burnt ends

• Beef ribs

• Burgers

• Meatloaf

• Smoked beef sandwiches

Use a smaller amount on beef so the sauce complements the meat’s natural richness and bark.

How to Use Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce

Competition Sauce can be used as a:

• Rib glaze

• Chicken glaze

• Pulled-pork sauce

• Brisket finishing sauce

• Dipping sauce

• Sandwich sauce

• Burger topping

• Meatloaf glaze

• Base for a custom BBQ sauce

Shake the bottle before use.

For grilled or smoked meat, apply the sauce near the end of cooking and allow enough time for it to warm and set.

When using it as a dip, pour the desired amount into a clean serving dish rather than dipping food or used utensils directly into the bottle.

Blend with Heath Riles Sweet BBQ Sauce

Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce and Sweet BBQ Sauce are designed to complement one another.

The Competition Sauce contributes tangy, savoury depth, while the Sweet BBQ Sauce adds sweetness, body and shine.

This blend is excellent for:

• Competition-style ribs

• Chicken thighs

• Pork shoulder

• Pulled pork

• Pork belly

• Burnt ends

Prepare a small test batch first, then adjust the proportions to match your preferred flavour.

Recommended Heath Riles Pairings

Pair Competition BBQ Sauce with:

• Heath Riles Sweet BBQ Sauce

• Heath Riles Competition BBQ Rub

• Heath Riles Garlic Jalapeño Rub

• Heath Riles Hot BBQ Rub

• Heath Riles Apple BBQ Rub

• Heath Riles Butter Bath & Wrap

• Heath Riles Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze

These products can be layered carefully to build competition-inspired flavour, colour and shine.

Available Sizes

Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce is available in:

• Pint bottle

• Half-gallon container

• Multipacks of pint bottles

The pint is convenient for home and backyard cooking, while the half-gallon size is ideal for competition teams, BBQ classes, caterers and frequent cooks.

Ingredients

Ketchup containing tomatoes, distilled vinegar, high-fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, salt, spices, onion powder and natural flavouring; sugar, brown sugar, water, high-fructose corn syrup, apple-cider vinegar, distilled vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, spices, paprika, raisin-juice concentrate, citric acid, vanilla extract, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, xanthan gum, garlic powder and caramel colour.

Always refer to the current product bottle for the latest ingredient, allergen, nutritional and storage information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce?

It is an award-winning barbecue sauce created by Heath Riles BBQ in partnership with Checkered Pig BBQ.

What does Competition BBQ Sauce taste like?

It has a bold, tangy and slightly sweet tomato-based flavour with brown sugar, apple-cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and savoury spices.

What is it best used on?

It is excellent on ribs, chicken, pulled pork, brisket, beef ribs, burgers and other smoked or grilled foods.

Is it good on pork ribs?

Yes. Competition BBQ Sauce was designed for championship-style barbecue and is especially well suited to glazed pork ribs.

Can I mix it with Heath Riles Sweet BBQ Sauce?

Yes. Blending Competition BBQ Sauce with Sweet BBQ Sauce creates the championship-style combination used by Heath Riles for award-winning ribs.

Can it be used on chicken?

Yes. It works well as a glaze for smoked or grilled chicken thighs, wings, drumsticks and whole chicken.

Can I use it on pulled pork?

Yes. Mix a small amount into pulled pork or serve it on the side.

Can it be used as a dipping sauce?

Yes. Serve it with chicken tenders, fries, onion rings, roasted vegetables and other appetizers.

Does the sauce contain high-fructose corn syrup?

Yes. High-fructose corn syrup is listed in the official ingredients.

What sizes are available?

Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce is available in pint bottles and half-gallon containers.

Does the sauce need to be refrigerated?

Follow the storage directions printed on the current bottle. Refrigeration after opening is recommended unless the label directs otherwise.

Where can I buy Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce in Canada?

Shop Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce online or visit You Need A BBQ in Sherwood Park, Alberta.

Available at You Need A BBQ

Shop Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce and a complete selection of Heath Riles rubs, sauces, glazes, injections and BBQ products at You Need A BBQ.

Whether you are glazing ribs, finishing chicken, preparing pulled pork or serving brisket, Heath Riles Competition BBQ Sauce brings bold, tangy and slightly sweet championship flavour to the table.

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