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Mustard Sauce

Best Mustard Sauce BBQ in Charleston

South Carolina's most distinctive regional contribution to American BBQ is the mustard-based sauce — a tangy, golden elixir that traces its roots to German immigrant settlers in the Midlands. In Charleston, the mustard tradition is carried forward by the Bessinger family and others who understand that the sauce is as important as the smoke.

Mustard Sauce: A Charleston Original

South Carolina's most distinctive regional contribution to American BBQ is the mustard-based sauce — a tangy, golden elixir that traces its roots to German immigrant settlers in the Midlands. In Charleston, the mustard tradition is carried forward by the Bessinger family and others who understand that the sauce is as important as the smoke.

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Mustard Sauce in Charleston — FAQ

What is Mustard Sauce?

South Carolina's most distinctive regional contribution to American BBQ is the mustard-based sauce — a tangy, golden elixir that traces its roots to German immigrant settlers in the Midlands. In Charleston, the mustard tradition is carried forward by the Bessinger family and others who understand that the sauce is as important as the smoke.

Where can I find the best mustard sauce in Charleston?

Baker's BBQ of Summerville tops our Charleston mustard sauce ranking.

How many Charleston restaurants serve mustard sauce?

We've ranked 4 Charleston restaurants for their mustard sauce.