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Looking for a mustard BBQ sauce that does more than finish pulled pork? Scott's Smoked Q Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce combines tangy, bright mustard flavor with a touch of sweetness, making it just as useful on burgers and hot dogs as it is on smoked meats.
Inspired by Southern mustard-based barbecue, Carolina Gold works as a finishing sauce, sandwich spread, dipping sauce and flavorful addition to classic side dishes. Brush it on chicken, spoon it over pulled pork or stir it into potato salad when ordinary yellow mustard isn't delivering the flavor you want.
Award-Winning Sauce: 1st Place at the 2026 International Flavor Awards and 2nd Place at the 2026 ZestFest Fiery Food Challenge.
Why You'll Love It- Mustard-Based BBQ Flavor: Tangy, bright and slightly sweet with a Southern-inspired character.
- More Than a BBQ Sauce: Use it anywhere you would normally reach for mustard.
- Perfect for Pulled Pork: Adds tangy contrast to rich, smoky barbecue.
- Everyday Condiment: Spread it on burgers, hot dogs, sausages and sandwiches.
- Versatile Dipping Sauce: Serve with pretzels, fries and roasted vegetables.
- Easy Side Dish Upgrade: Stir into deviled eggs, chicken salad, potato salad or coleslaw.
- Small-Batch Production: Made in small batches with no fillers and no MSG.
- Two 2026 Awards: Recognized at the International Flavor Awards and ZestFest Fiery Food Challenge.
- Pulled Pork: Spoon over smoked pork for a tangy Carolina-style finish.
- Smoked Chicken: Brush on or serve alongside for dipping.
- Burgers: Spread on buns for mustard-based BBQ flavor.
- Hot Dogs and Sausages: Use as a flavorful alternative to everyday yellow mustard.
- Sandwiches: Add tang and a touch of sweetness to your favorite fillings.
- Deviled Eggs: Mix into the filling for a mustard-forward twist.
- Chicken Salad: Stir in for additional tangy flavor.
- Potato Salad and Coleslaw: Add to the dressing to bring mustard character to classic cookout sides.
- Pretzels and Fries: Serve as a dipping sauce.
- Roasted Vegetables: Drizzle over cooked vegetables or serve on the side.
| Brand | Scott's Smoked Q |
| Product | Carolina Gold |
| Sauce Style | Southern-inspired mustard-based BBQ sauce |
| Flavor Profile | Tangy, bright and slightly sweet |
| Production | Small batch |
| Product Claims | No fillers; no MSG |
| 2026 International Flavor Awards | 1st Place |
| 2026 ZestFest Fiery Food Challenge | 2nd Place |
| Suggested Uses | BBQ finishing sauce, condiment, sandwich spread, dipping sauce and salad ingredient |
Carolina Gold brings the tangy mustard flavor associated with Southern barbecue to foods you might not normally pair with BBQ sauce.
Its mustard-forward profile complements pulled pork and smoked chicken, but it also belongs on burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. Use it as a dip for pretzels or fries, or add it to potato salad and coleslaw for a different take on familiar cookout sides.
Whether you're serving a smoked pork shoulder or preparing lunch, one bottle gives you several ways to add tangy flavor.
How to Use Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ SauceFinish Pulled Pork and Smoked Chicken
Spoon Carolina Gold over cooked pulled pork or brush it onto chicken as a finishing sauce. Serve extra on the side so guests can add more to taste.
Use It as an Everyday Mustard
Spread it on burgers, hot dogs, sausages and sandwiches whenever you want tangy mustard flavor with a slightly sweet BBQ character.
Make a Mustard-Based Dipping Sauce
Pour Carolina Gold into a serving bowl for pretzels, fries, sausages or roasted vegetables. It works equally well for casual snacks and a full cookout spread.
Add Flavor to Classic Side Dishes
Stir a little into deviled egg filling, chicken salad, potato salad or coleslaw. Start with a small amount, taste and adjust until the mustard flavor is where you want it.
Mix It With The Original
Combine Carolina Gold with Scott's Smoked Q The Original to bring sweet, garlicky flavor together with tangy mustard. Try the mixture on chicken, pork or burgers.
Pair It With These BBQ FavoritesBuild a complete meal by combining Carolina Gold with complementary sauces and seasonings available at DDR BBQ Supply.
- Scott's Smoked Q The Original: Mix the two sauces for a sweet, tangy and garlicky combination on pork, chicken or burgers.
- Scott's Smoked Q Classic Dry Rub: Season chicken, pork, burgers, potatoes or vegetables before cooking, then finish with Carolina Gold.
- Dusted Original by Dusted: Build a savory crust on burgers, chicken, pork or sausages, then add Carolina Gold as a finishing sauce.
- Scott's Smoked Q Chesapeake Dry Rub: Pair sweet, smoky coastal seasoning with tangy mustard on shrimp, chicken, pork, wings or potatoes.
- Scott's Smoked Q Alabama Q: Serve the two sauces side by side for a choice of mustard-forward and creamy, tangy Southern-inspired flavors.
- Fans of Carolina-style mustard BBQ sauce
- Pulled pork and smoked chicken enthusiasts
- Home cooks looking for a flavorful alternative to standard yellow mustard
- Burger, hot dog and sandwich lovers
- Hosts putting together a BBQ sauce and dipping station
- Anyone who enjoys adding mustard flavor to deviled eggs, potato salad and coleslaw
- Gift shoppers building a Scott's Smoked Q sauce collection
- Finish after cooking: Spoon Carolina Gold over pulled pork or brush it onto cooked chicken to keep its tangy flavor prominent.
- Make a signature burger: Season the patty with Classic Dry Rub and spread Carolina Gold on the bun.
- Upgrade potato salad: Stir a small amount into your usual dressing, then taste before adding more.
- Build a sauce combination: Mix with The Original for a sweet, garlicky mustard BBQ sauce.
- Serve a Southern-inspired sauce spread: Offer Carolina Gold alongside Alabama Q so guests can choose their preferred flavor.
- Keep it available for dipping: Serve with pretzels, fries, sausages or roasted vegetables.
What does Scott's Smoked Q Carolina Gold taste like?
Carolina Gold is tangy, bright and slightly sweet, with the mustard-forward character associated with Southern-style mustard BBQ sauce.
Is Carolina Gold a mustard-based BBQ sauce?
Yes. It is a mustard-based sauce inspired by Southern barbecue, designed for both traditional BBQ and everyday condiment uses.
Is Carolina Gold good on pulled pork?
Yes. Pulled pork is one of its recommended pairings. Spoon it over cooked pork to add tangy mustard flavor that contrasts with the richness of the meat.
Can I use Carolina Gold on chicken?
Yes. Brush it onto smoked chicken as a finishing sauce or serve it alongside chicken for dipping.
Can Carolina Gold replace yellow mustard on burgers and hot dogs?
Yes. Use it anywhere you would normally reach for mustard, including burgers, hot dogs, sausages and sandwiches. It adds a tangy, slightly sweet BBQ character.
Is Carolina Gold good for dipping pretzels?
Yes. Pretzels, fries, sausages and roasted vegetables are all recommended dipping options.
Can I use Carolina Gold in potato salad or deviled eggs?
Yes. Stir it into potato salad, deviled egg filling, chicken salad or coleslaw. Start with a little and adjust to taste.
What is the difference between Carolina Gold and Tang?
Carolina Gold is mustard-forward, tangy and slightly sweet. Scott's Smoked Q Tang is vinegar-forward with a savory, steakhouse-inspired character.
Does Carolina Gold contain MSG or fillers?
No. According to the supplied product information, Carolina Gold is made in small batches with no fillers and no MSG.
Has Carolina Gold won any awards?
Yes. Carolina Gold earned 1st Place at the 2026 International Flavor Awards and 2nd Place at the 2026 ZestFest Fiery Food Challenge.
What seasonings pair well with Carolina Gold?
Scott's Smoked Q Classic Dry Rub, Chesapeake Dry Rub and Dusted Original by Dusted are suggested pairings. Season your food before cooking, then finish with Carolina Gold.
Ingredients
Ingredients: Please refer to the product packaging for the complete and current ingredient statement.
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