Stubb’s® Sweet Heat Legendary Bar-B-Q Sauce

When C.B. Stubblefield — known simply as Stubb — said, “Ladies and Gentlemen, I’m a cook,” he was underselling himself. After serving thousands as a mess sergeant during the Korean War, Stubb returned home with a deep understanding of how food brings people together. 

In 1968, he opened Stubb's Legendary Bar-B-Q in Lubbock, where he served slow-smoked meats with a side of live music and hospitality. What he called “Love and Happiness” wasn’t just a slogan — it was a philosophy rooted in patience, quality ingredients, and authentic Texas barbecue tradition.

Stubb’s® Sweet Heat Legendary Bar-B-Q Sauce carries that tradition forward, delivering a carefully balanced blend of rich sweetness and smoky heat that reflects the heart of Texas pit cooking.

A Balanced Blend of Sugar and Smoke

Sweet Heat is crafted for those who appreciate depth and character in their barbecue sauce. It opens with the smooth richness of molasses and brown sugar — flavors that bring a deep, caramelized sweetness and help create that glossy, lacquered finish pitmasters prize.

Layered into that sweetness is aged chipotle chile sauce, adding smoky complexity and a measured, lingering heat. The result is a sauce that starts friendly and approachable, then finishes with a confident Texas kick.

Flavor Characteristics:

• Deep molasses richness

• Warm brown sugar sweetness

• Aged chipotle smokiness

• Balanced heat that builds gradually

• Smooth texture ideal for glazing and dipping

This is not a sauce that overwhelms your barbecue — it enhances it. 

The sweetness complements the natural savoriness of smoked meats, while the chipotle heat cuts through richness and keeps every bite interesting.

Perfect for Authentic Texas Barbecue

In true Texas style, Sweet Heat pairs beautifully with brisket, ribs, and sausage. Brush it onto baby back ribs during the final stage of smoking for a caramelized glaze. Spoon it over sliced brisket to highlight the bark and smoky fat. Toss it with grilled wings for a sweet-and-spicy finish that keeps guests reaching for more.

It’s equally impressive on:

• Pulled pork and chopped beef sandwiches

• Grilled or roasted chicken

• Smoked pork loin

• Steak tips and kabobs

• Grilled vegetables and portobello mushrooms

For home cooks, Sweet Heat adds character to slow cooker pulled pork, sloppy joes, meatloaf glaze, or even as a dipping sauce for fries and onion rings. Its versatility makes it a staple in both backyard pits and everyday kitchens.

Crafted with Care

True to Stubb’s commitment to quality, this sauce contains no high-fructose corn syrup. 

It is Non-GMO Project Verified and certified gluten-free, reflecting a dedication to straightforward, honest ingredients.

Every bottle is designed to uphold the legacy of a man who believed barbecue should be done right — low and slow, with attention to detail and a generous spirit.

The Spirit of a Texas Pitmaster

Stubb’s barbecue joint in Lubbock wasn’t just a restaurant — it was a gathering place. 

Musicians played, friends lingered, and plates came piled high with smoky, tender meats. 

The sauce on those tables had to match the moment: bold, balanced, and memorable.

Stubb’s® Sweet Heat Legendary Bar-B-Q Sauce continues that legacy. It brings together sweet molasses depth and smoky chipotle fire in a way that feels authentic, grounded, and unmistakably Texan.

For those who want a sauce that starts smooth and finishes strong, that honors tradition while delivering gourmet-level flavor, Sweet Heat is the answer.

Stubb’s® Sweet Heat Legendary Bar-B-Q Sauce — authentic Texas flavor, balanced sugar and spice, and a pitmaster’s promise of “Love and Happiness” in every bottle.