RUDY'S COUNTRY STORE AND BAR-B-Q 18oz Sissy Sause Texas-style Barbecue Sauce — Tangy-Sweet Finishing & Basting Sauce

Rudy's 18oz Sissy "Sause" is a tangy, slightly sweet Texas-style barbecue sauce crafted to finish, baste, and dip your smoked meats with authentic Rudy's flavor.

Born from the Austin-rooted RUDY'S COUNTRY STORE AND BAR-B-Q tradition, this 18-ounce bottle brings a ready-to-use finishing sauce to home cooks and pitmasters who want a saucy, authentic finish without extra prep. It arrives pourable and balanced—enough body to cling to brisket, tender yet flavorful for ribs, and smooth for sandwiches.

How does Sissy "Sause" complement smoked brisket and other barbecued meats?

The sauce is formulated to enhance rather than overpower slow-smoked meats. Apply sparingly as a finishing glaze to add sheen, moisture, and a burst of tangy-sweet flavor that works with smoke and salt.

• Use as a light glaze in the final 10 minutes of smoking to create a glossy finish.
• Offer on the side for sandwiches to control sauciness per serving.
• Pairs well with beef, pork, and smoked chicken without masking smoke notes.

What is the best way to use this 18oz bottle for grilling, basting, and dipping?

The bottle size is convenient for both home grills and small gatherings—easy to brush, pour, or serve in a ramekin. Heat gently to loosen viscosity for glazing, or use straight from the bottle as a table-side condiment.

• Brush on during the last minutes of grilling to avoid burning the sugars.
• Warm in a saucepan for a looser glaze and deeper meld with meat juices.
• Serve in small bowls for dipping wings, tenders, or fries at parties.

Does Sissy "Sause" work for more than barbecue—what other uses suit it?

Beyond traditional barbecue, this sauce adapts to everyday cooking and creative recipes. Use it to elevate sandwiches, roasted vegetables, and even as a finishing drizzle on grilled seafood for a savory-sweet boost.

• Mix with mayo for a quick barbecue sandwich spread.
• Toss with roasted carrots or sweet potatoes for smoky-sweet glaze.
• Use as a marinade base when combined with oil and acid for quick weeknight meals.

Who is this for? Home cooks, backyard pitmasters, and anyone who loves Texas-style barbecue and wants a convenient, branded finishing sauce with authentic Rudy's flavor. The 18oz size suits those who host gatherings or prefer a single-bottle primary sauce for finishing, dipping, and light basting—without committing to a gallon jug. If you enjoy layered smoke flavor with a tangy-sweet complement, Rudy's Sissy "Sause" gives you an easy, ready-made option that fits both everyday meals and weekend cookouts.

Ingredients

Water, Vinegar, Tomato Paste, Sugar, Corn Sweetener, Spice Blend (Sugar, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Dehydrated Onion, Dehydrated Garlic, Spices, Paprika, Chili Pepper, Spice Extractives, Caramel Color), Contains less than 2% of: Molasses, lemon Juice Concentrate, Sodium Benzoate (as a preservative), Tamarind, Natural Flavor, Sulfiting Agent, Silicon Dioxide and Soybean Oil added to prevent caking.