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  • Variations of BBQ Sauce in the United States - Different Styles in Different States

    Explaining the Different Regions and Variations of BBQ Sauce

     

    Barbecue sauce is a type of condiment that is typically made with a combination of tomato sauce or paste, vinegar, sugar, and various seasonings and spices. It is often used as a marinade or a sauce for grilled or smoked meats. There are many different regional styles of barbecue sauce, each with its own unique blend of ingredients and flavors. Some of the most common regional styles of barbecue sauce include:

    • Kansas City-style barbecue sauce: This style of sauce is known for its sweet, tangy flavor, with a base of tomato and molasses, and a blend of spices including garlic, onion, and black pepper.

    • Carolina-style barbecue sauce: This style of sauce is typically made with a vinegar base and is known for its tangy, slightly spicy flavor. It is often used on pulled pork, and is typically served with a side of coleslaw.

    • Memphis-style barbecue sauce: This style of sauce is known for its rich, smoky flavor, and is typically made with a base of tomato and vinegar, along with molasses and a blend of spices including paprika, cumin, and chili powder.

    • Texas-style barbecue sauce: This style of sauce is known for its bold, spicy flavor, and is typically made with a base of tomato and vinegar, along with chili peppers and a blend of spices including cumin, garlic, and onion.

    • Alabama-style barbecue sauce: This style of sauce is known for its unique, creamy texture, and is typically made with a base of mayonnaise and vinegar, along with a blend of spices including mustard and paprika.

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  • Companies to Produce Your Retail Sauce, Marinade, or Seasoning Near Me

    Absolutely World Class, Abilene, TX, 325-672-3000, www.absolutelyworldclass.com
    Salsas, BBQ Sauces, Jerky
     
    Accord Foods inc., Rochester, NY, 585-436-3668, www.accordfoods.com
    Asian Sauces
     
    Advanced Food Products, New Holland, PA, 800-732-5373, www.afpllc.com
    Cheese Sauces for nachos, chips, hot dogs, fries, pretzels, burgersand Philly-style cheese steaks. They also take sides like steamed vegetables and baked potatoes
     
    Allied Old English Inc., Port Reading, NJ, 732-636-2060, www.alliedoldenglish.com
    Oriental Sauces

    Al-Rite, Miami, FL, 305-652-2540, www.al-rite.com
    Sauces, Syrups, Energy Drinks, Teas, Blends

    A.M.Braswell Jr. Food Co., Statesboro, GA, 912-764-6191, www.braswells.com

    Dressings, Marinades, Condiments, Jams Jellies, Butters, Honey
     
    American Kitchen Delights, Harvey, IL, 708-210-3200, www.americankitchendelights.com
    Sauces, Dips, Soups, Snacks, Frozen Entrees

    Alfredo's Italian Foods, Quincy, MA, 617-479-6360, www.aapasta.com
    Meat Sauces, Seafood Sauces, Vegetable Sauces

    Amigos Foods, San Antonio TX, 800-580-3477, www.amigosfoods.com
    Sauces, Salsas, Dips, Taco Sauce, Taco Shells, Refried Beans, BBQ Sauce

    Al-Rite, Miami, FL, 305-652-2540, www.al-rite.com
    Energy Drinks, Syrups, Sauces, Teas

    Arcobasso Foods, Hazelwood, MO, 314-381-8083, www.arcobasso.com
    Dressings, Sauces, Marinades

    Arizona Pepper Products, Mesa, AZ, 800-359-3912, www.azgunslinger.com
    Hot Sauces, BBQ Sauces, Snacks, Spices, Salsas, Gifts

    Arizona Spice Co., Mesa, AZ, 480-632-2168, www.azspiceco.com
    Sauces, Seasonings, Gluten Free, Gifts, Dry Mixes, Hot Sauces, BBQ Sauces

    Ashburn Sauce Co., Virginia Beach, VA, 757-621-1113, www.ashburnsauce.com
    Hot Sauce, Bloody Mary Mix, BBQ Sauce
     
    Ashlynn's Gourmet, Tarpon Springs, FL, 727-687-3267, www.ashlynnsgourmet.com
    BBQ Sauces, Hot Sauces
     
    Ashman Manufacturing Co. Virginia Beach, VA, 757-428-6734, www.ashmanco.com 
    Sample Packs, Japanese Lime Sauce, Habanero Mash, Seafood Maranades, Fullers Mustard, 
     
    Assemblies Unlimited, Bloomingdale, IL, 877-273-6259, www.assemblies.com
    Dry Mixes, Seasonings, Trail Mixes, Pastas, Rices, Coffee, Tea, Cereals, Dried Fruit, Nuts
     
    Avon Food Company, Stoughton, MA, 781-341-3341, www.avonfood.com
    Salad Dressing, Pasta Sauce, Marinades, Bloody Mary Mix

    BPM Solutions, Barrie, Ontario, 705-790-8086, www.bpmsolutions.ca
    Dry Mixes, Sauces, Dressings, Beer, Wine, Soda, Cookies

    Backwoods Foods, Tahlequah, OK, 918-458-9300, www.backwoodsfoods.com
    Salsas, Relishes, BBQ Sauces, Pickles, Dips, Jams, Marinades, Gift Baskets, Pasta, Sauce, Pasta

    Baldwin Richardson Foods Inc., Frankfort, IL, 815-464-9994, www.brfoods.com
    Dessert Toppings, Mustards, Condiments, Sauces, Soups
     
    Bally Plus Food Solutions, Garland, TX, 972-485-8878, www.ballyplus.com/#
    Asian Sauces, Appetizers, RTE Meal Kits, 

    Barhyte Specialty Foods, Pendleton, OR, 800-227-4983, www.barhyte.com
    Mustards, Marinades, Dressings, Condiments, Gifts

    Bartush Foods, Lewisville, TX, 972-219-1270, www.bartushfoods.com
    Mexican Items, BBQ Sauces, Vinegars, Horseradish, Concentrated Mixers

    Baumer Foods Inc., Metaire, LA, 504-482-5761, www.baumerfoods.com
    Hot Sauces, Soy Sauce, Steak Sauce, Marinades, Liquid Smoke
     
    Bay Valley Foods, Oak Brook, IL, 708-483-1300, www.bayvalleyfoods.com
    Creamers, Fruit Spreads, Pickles, Relish, Dressings, Salsa, Sauces, Syrups 
     
    Best Brand Bottlers, Sarasota, FL, 941-755-1941, www.bestbrandbottlers.com
    Sauces, marinades, sauces, Condiments​

    Bell Foods, Gervais, OR, 503-390-1425, www.bellfoodsintl.com
    Pickled Vegetables, Sauces, Salsas, Mixers, Waters
     
    Beaverton Foods Inc., Hillsboro, OR, 503-646-8138, www.beavertonfoods.com
    Condiments, Mustard, Horseradish, Ketchup, Salsa, Tartar Sauce
    Our rich tradition at Beaverton Foods has made us the first choice for retailers who want to create a gourmet private label line. Beaverton Foods can provide a wide range of formulations designated to meet the needs of your profile. Our R&D department will work closely with you to compliment any existing recipe or create a new recipe, based on your needs. 
     
    ​Bella Cucina, Atlanta, GA, 678-539-8400, www.bellacucina.com
    Jams, Preserves, Sauces, Spreads, Oils, Pestos, Crackers, Cranberry Applesauce, Organic

    Beneficial Blends, Tampa, FL, 800-230-5952, www.beneficialblends.com
    Organic, Kosher, Oils, Pasta Sauces, Dressings, Jams

    Bernard Food Ind., Evanston, IL, 847-869-5222, www.bernardfoods.com
    Dry Mixes, Soups, Desserts, Dressings, Sauces, Seasonings, Mexican, Beverages, Gluten Free

    Best Brand Bottlers, Sarasota, FL, 941-755-1941, www.bestbrandbottlers.com
    Hot Sauces, Pasta Sauces, Dressings, BBQ Sauces, Dips, Salsas, Marinades

    Big B Distributors, Evansville, IN, 812-425-5235, www.big-b-barbecue.com
    BBQ Sauce, Salsa, Vinegar, Pickled Bologna, Seasonings
     
    Blencor, Sealy, TX, 979-627-7801, www.blencor.com
    Frozen Vegetables, Rice, Pasta, Sauces

    Blendex Co., Louisville, KY, 502-267-1003, www.blendex.com
    Marinades, Glazes, Dry Mixes, Beverage Mixers, Seasonings

    Blossom Valley Foods, Gilroy, CA, 408-848-5520, www.blossomvalleyfoods.com
    BBQ Sauces, Dressings, Salsas, Oriental Sauces, Pasta Sauces

    Blount Fine Foods, Fall River, MA, 774-888-1300, www.blountfinefoods.com
    Soups, Sauces, Side Dishes, Frozen Entrees
     
    Bobbee's Bottling Inc., Louisburg, NC, 919-496-4286, www.bobbeesbottling.com
    Sauces, Dry Mixes
     
    Bon Foods Inc., Portland, OR, 310-455-9876, www.bonfoods.com
    Vinegars, Gluten Free, Dry Blending, Sweeteners, Dips, Marinades, Dressings, Soup Mixes
     
    Branded Sauces, Lakewood, CO, 888-346-8728, www.brandedsauces.com
    Hot Sauces
     
    Brooks Bottling Co., Oneonta, NY, 607-437-4215, www.brooksbottling.com
    Sauces, Pasta Sauces, BBQ Sauces, Salad Dressings
     
    Cajun Original Foods Inc., New Iberia, LA, 800-850-5315, www.cajunoriginal.com
    Fresh Frozen, Pork, Shrimp, Crawfish, Aligator, Crab, Beef, Browning Sauce  

    CMS Fine Foods, Healdsburg, CA, 707-473-9651, www.cmsfinefoods.com
    Pasta Sauces, Marinades, Steak and Barbecue Sauces and Mustard 
     
    Carolina CoPacking, Henderson, NC, 252-433-0130, www.carolinacopacking.com
    Bottling BBQ sauce & sauces of all types, marinades, jams, salsa, beverages, toppings, and more 
    We fill glass and plastic bottles from 1.5 fl. oz. and up to large drum and bulk tote capacities. Production batch sizes starting at just 150 gallons up to thousands of gallons. Need a 1 gallon lab sample made by our food science department? No problem. Contact us with your needs. Your CoPacker For Quality CoPacking

    Cal Pack Foods, Torrance, CA, 310-320-0141, www.calpackfoods.com
    High quality food, juice, and beverages, JUICE & SMOOTHIES,BEVERAGES,SALSA BABY FOOD,WET SALADS 
    SOUPS,DRESSINGS, PUREES,DIPS & DAIRY SPREADS,SAUCES 
     
    California Natural Products, Lathrop, CA, 209-390-0321, www.baytechfolio.com
    Syrups, Soy Milk, Soups, Chai Tea, Sauces, Kosher, Organic
     
    Cape Cod Howlin Hot Sauce, Orleans, MA, 774-487-6282, www.capecodhowlinhotsauce.com 
    Sauces Cape Cod Howlin Hot Sauce
    My hot sauce is very unique, it's goes on everything from oysters to eggs. It enhances what you are putting it on instead of hiding it with heat like most hot sauces. I utilize local ingredients including Cape Cod dried cranberries, and is made in small batches locally. 

    Captain Foods, Edgewater, FL, 800-749-5047, www.captainfoodsinc.com
    BBQ Sauces, Hot Sauces, Gifts, Gluten Free, Seasonings

    Casa Visco Finer Foods, Schenectedy, NY, 518-377-8814, www.casavisco.com
    Pasta Sauces, Pizza Sauces
     
    Castle Co-Packers, Latrobe, PA, 724-879-4748, www.castlecopackers.com
    Beberages, Sauces, Gluten Free, Kosher
     
    Chairmans Foods, Nashville, TN, 615-231-4315, www.chairmansfoods.com
    Soups, Stews, Chowders, Frozen Entrees, Sauces, Dips
    Chelton House, North Las Vegas, NV, 856-467-1600, www.cheltonhouse.com
    Dressings, Sauces, Dips, Drink Mixes

    Chubby's Sauces, Bernardston, MA, 413-478-2103, www.chubbysauce.com
    Pasta Sauces, BBQ Sauces, Marinades, Seasonings
     
    Cinnabar Specialty Foods, Prescott, AZ, 928-778-3687, www.cinnabarfoods.com
    Sauces, Spices, Chutneys, Marinades, Gifts

    Claude's Sauces, El Paso TX, 800-727-2823, www.claudessauces.com
    Marinades, Hot Sauces, Refried Beans, Gifts

    Coach Tony's, Rochester, NY, 585-494-0700, www.cthotsauce.com
    Hot Sauce
     
    Colgin, Inc., Dallas, TX, 888-226-5448, www.colgin.com
    Juices, Mixers, Teas, Energy Drinks, Salsa, Ketchup, Mustare, Hot Sauce, BBQ Sauce, Cocktail Sauce, Liquid Smoke, Kosher
     
    Consolidated Mills, Houston, TX, 713-896-4196, www.consolidatedmills.com
    Syrups, Seasonings, Salsas, Dessert Mixes

    Copperleaf Kitchens, Albuquerque, NM, 505-323-9227, www.comfortfoods.com
    Dry Mixes, Dips, Soups, Spices, Seasonings, Salsas, Sauces, Gifts
     
    Cornaby's, Salem, UT, 385-223-0027, www.cornabys.com
    Jams, Honey, Syrups, Fruit Sauces, Gifts

    County Fair Foods, Arlington, TX, 817-265-0094, www.countyfairfoodsinc.net
    Hot Sauce, Salsa, Ketchup, BBQ Sauce, Gifts
     
    Country Ranch Foods, Marietta, GA, 888-653-5550, www.countryranchfoods.com
    Jerkey, Sauces, Soups, Stews, IQF Meat, IQF Poultry, 
     
    Crazy Uncle Jester's, Dayton, OH, 888-212-1519, www.crazyunclejester.com
    BBQ Sauce, Hot Sauce, Dips, Dessert Sauce, Jelly, Gifts
     
    Creative Co-Packing, Deland, FL, 386-337-7175, www.creativecopacking.com
    BBQ Sauce, Drink Mixers, Dry Rub, Honey, Hot Sauce, Jelly, Key Lime Juice, Marinade, Salad Dressing, Seasonings, Syrups
    Wing Sauce; We have the capability to take your recipe or your idea to a shelf ready product. With our lab and our industrial contract packing facility, we will develop a production formula, test for food safety, provide nutritional labels, help with package ideas, and provide final product to ship to your desired location. We take pride in helping you get your food packaged and onto the shelves. Our staff will walk you thru each step working with us as your food co-packer.Cold and hot fill capabilities Large and smallbatch manufacturer, FDA Approved, Florida Department Of Agriculture Inspected, Level 2 HACCP Approved (HazardAnalysis and Critical Control Points)Fresh From Florida member

     
    Create-a Pack Foods Inc., Ixonia, WI, 262-567-6069, www.create-a-pack.com
    Organic, Dry Mixes, Dressings, Marinades, Salsas, Oils, Beverages, Syrups

    Croix Valley Foods, River Falls, WI, 612-756-4985, www.croixvalleyfoods.com
    BBQ Sauces, Steak Sauce, Marinades, Seasonings

    Crop Circle, Inc., Jamaica Plain, MA, 617-522-7900, www.cropcirclekitchen.org
    Sauces

    CTTC Kitchen Incubator, Carbondale, PA, 570-282-1255, www.4cttc.org
    Candy, Jellies, Sauces, Spreads, Salsas, Cookies, Dry Mixes
     
    C Vision Foods, Colorado Springs, CO, 719-459-3308, www.visionfoodsllc.com
    Salsas, pasta sauces, barbecue sauces, salad dressings
     
    Custom Food Solutions, Louisville, KY, 800-767-2993, www.customfoodsolutions.com
    Sauces, Soups, Salsas, Desserts, Dressings, Condiments, Dips
     
    Custom Ingredients, New Braunfels, TX,800-457-8935, www.customingredients.com
    Sauces, Dips, Flour & Corn Tortillas, Seasonings, Organic
     
    D&D Foods, Columbus, GA, 706-322-4507, www.foysbbq.com
    BBQ Sauces, Gifts

    Daytona Flexible Packaging, Daytona Beach, FL, www.pouchfill.com
    Spirits, Mixers, Juice, Fruit Purees, Sauces, Dressings, Marinades
     
    Des Moines Sauce Company, Waukee, IA, 515-444-7839, www.dmsauce.com
    Sauces, Soups, Chowders 
    Des Moines SauceCo. uses a smallbatch technique,
    allowing us to be responsive both to current trends and special custom orders, 
    We are a small batch specialty sauce and food manufacturer located in Iowa. By using a small batch method, we can respond to current trends and custom requests. We strive to make sauces and products of the highest quality, while 
    keeping dietary needs and your bottom line in mind.

    Dixie USA Inc., Tomball Texas, 800-233-3668, www.dixiediner.com
    Dry Mixes, Nuts, Cereal

    Denny Mikes, Westbrook, ME, 207-5915084, www.dennymikes.com
    BBQ Sauces, Seasonings
     
    Duke Foods, Greenville, SC, 864-991-8895, www.dukefoods.com
    Salads, Spreads, Dips, Sauces, Dressings, Appetizers, Salsa, Frozen Desserts, Granola, Snacks
     
    E. Waldo Ward & Son Inc., Sierra Madre, CA, 626-355-1218, www.waldoward.com
    Jelly, Preserves, Marmalades

    Endorphin Farms, St. Augustine, FL, 904-824-2006, www.bottle-my-sauce.com
    If you manufacture and market your own sauce, you probably are well aware of the headaches and problems associated with doing your own production. Things like:Sourcing ingredients, containers and labels
    Making sure ingredients are measured correctly in each batch, Dealing with Inspections from the health department and the FDA
    Shipping and Production deadlines, Labor issues, Product Liability Insurance
    How would it be if all of the above problems and more could disappear from your life? Just think, having MORE TIME to SELL your product, putting MORE MONEY in your pocket, and helping you GROW YOUR BUSINESS! Let Endorphin Farms show you how using a qualified contract packer is the smart choice for your bottling needs!   SAUCES

    CO-PACKING FOODS OR BEVERAGES MADE SIMPLE. NO MINIMUMS. INSTANT PRICING. 51-DAY TURNAROUND.

    (The) Farm Bridge, Kingston, NY, 845-383-1761,www.thefarmbridge.com
    Soups, Sauces, Fruit, Vegetables

    Farmer's Choice Food Brands, Media, PA, 610-499-9477, www.promotioninmotion.com
    BBQ Sauces, Dressings, Salsa, Butters, Preserves

    First Commercial Kitchen, Waipahu, HI, 808-676-0880, www.firstcommercialkitchen.com
    Salsas, Dressings, BBQ Sauces, Jams, Sauces, Butters, Sauces, Dry Mixes, Seasonings
     
    Felbro Food Products, Los Angeles, CA, 323-936-5266 ext. 118, www.felbro.com 
    Beverages, Hot Chocolate, Juices, Mixers, Dressings, Marinades, Sauces, BBQ, Oriental, Pasta, Salad Dressings, Seasonings, Healthy Living, Dietary Supplements, Kosher, Powder Filling, Dry Mixes, Chocolate, Condiments, Dips, Salsas, Spreads, Soup Mixes
    Liquid and Dry Blending Capabilities Felbro has over 75 years of experience manufacturing some of America's favorite food and beverage products. Capabilities include liquid hot and cold fill of shelf stable products and the blending and packaging of dry products such as powdered drink bases, seasonings, oatmeal and baking mixes. We offer a variety of liquid packaging options from 12 oz bottles to totes and dry mixes packed in canisters, flat pouches and grab-and-go cups. With complete R&D, QC/QA and production teams Felbro provides all the services you need from start to finish, product development, commercialization, compliance, and regulatory support. Benefits of working with Felbro include flexible minimums, SQF Level 2, Kosher and Organic certifications. 

    Flavor First Foods Inc., West Bridgewater, MA, 571-237-6145, http://gregorysilva.wix.com/flavor-first-foods
    Soups, Sauces, Dessert Sauces, Dressings, Salsas
     
    Food for Thought, Honor, MI, 888-935-2748, www.foodforthought.net
    Oils, Syrups, Salsas, Gifts, Organic, Gifts
     
    Foodies Urban Kitchen, Los Angeles CA, 310-433-6602www.foodiesurbankitchen.com
    Bakery, Beverages, Condiments, Dairy, Grains, Healthy Living, Meats, Oils, Sauces, Vegetables
    Foodies Urban Kitchen is a Los Angeles based co-packing facility that is on a mission to facilitate the growth of the specialty food trade in the local market. We specialize in the small scale artisanal brand that is looking to scale up. There is no recipe too complex for us. We have experience with raw food, dehydrated food, vegan, paleo, keto, fermented, gluten-free, you name it we have made it. From alternative proteins to functional foods to waste reduction; we work with companies that are tackling challenges and creating solutions that change the way we think about food.

    Food Service Specialties, Red Wing, MN, 800-657-0811, www.foodservicespecialties.com
    Pasta Sauce, Pizza Sauce

    Fresca Foods, Louisville, CO, 303-996-8881, www.frescafoodsinc.com
    Pasta Sauces, Soups, Food Bars
     
    GMB Specialty Foods, San Juan Capistranu, CA, 800-809-8298, www.gmbfoods.com
    BBQ Sauces, Marinades, Dessert Sauces, Gluten Free, Healthy Lifestyle, Gifts, Pasta Sauce,Dressings
     
    Garden Creek Farms Kitchen, Challis, ID, 208-879-5868, www.gardencreekfarms.net
    Soups, Sauces, Vegetables and Fruit, Jams and Jellies, Herbs, Organic, Gluten Free, Vegan, Non-GMO

    Garden Complements Inc., Kansas City, MO, 800-966-1091, www.gardencomplements.com
    Sauces, Maranades, Dressings, Dips, Condiments

    Gedney Foods Co., Chaska, MN 888-244-0653, www.gedneyfoods.com
    Pickles
     
    Gehl Foods, Inc., Germantown, WI, 800-434-5713, www.gehlfoods.com
    Yogurt, Cheese Sauce, Smoothies, Puddings

    ​Georgia Spice Co., Atlanta, GA, 800-453-9997, www.gaspiceco.com
    Spices, Custom Blends, Marinades, Rubs, Dressings, Sauces
     
    Giovanni Foods, Syracuse, NY, 315-457-2373, www.giovannifoods.com
    Pasta Sauce, Organic, Pizza Sauce, Salsa, Marinade, BBQ Sauce, No GMO', Kosher

    Giraffe Food& Beverage Inc., Mississauga, ON, 866-234-4067, www.giraffefoods.com
    Sauces, Dips, Dressings, Drink Concentrates 
     
    Glen Co-pack, Watkins Glen NY, 607-535-3549, www.glencopack.org
    Glen Copack provides complete custom food manufacturing solutions for food entrepreneurs and startup companies working to bring their product to market. Our exceptional industry knowledge, commitment to quality, and premier fulfillment services make us a trusted business partner. We specialize in bottling acidified and low-acidified hot and cold foods as well as dry fill food packaging and labeling. Our kitchen and production areas are registered with the Federal Food and Drug Administration and licensed for food processing with the NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets.

    Golden West Specialty Foods, Brisbane, CA, 800-584-4481, www.gwfoods.com
    Gluten Free, Asian, BBQ Sauces, Dresings, Marinades, Hot SaucesPasta Sauces, Salsas

    Golding Farms Foods, Winston-Salem, NC, 336-766-6161, www.goldingfarms.com
    Dressings, Mustard, Honey, Molasses, BBQ Sauces, Asian Sauces, Syrups, Marinades, Seafood Sauces, Relishes

    Gourmet Gardens, Rusk, TX, 800-755-2434, www.gourmet-gardens.com
    Sauces, Dips, Salsas, Relish, Preserves, Butters, Syrups, Dressings, Pickled Vegetables

    Griffin Foods, Muskogee, OK, 800-866-6311, www.griffinfoods.com 
    Waffle Syrup, Strawberry Preserves
     
    Gracie's Kitchen, New Haven, CT, 203-773-0795, www.gracieskitchen.com
    Salad Dressings, Salsas, Pasta Sauce, Relish, BBQ Sauce, Marinades, Specialty Sauces, Fresh Fruit
     
    Gumpert's, Mississauga, ON, L5A4A9, 905-279-2600, www.gumpert.com
    Bakery, Desserts, Sauces
     
    Halls Kitchen, Toronto, ON, 416-576-1823, www-hallskitchen.ca
    Sauces, Soups, Stews, Gluten Free, Vegan, No Sugar Added, Salads, Dips
     
    Hawaiian Chip Co., Honolulu HI, 808-845-9868, www.hawaiianchipcompany.com
    Chips, BBQ Sauces, Hot Sauces, Salad Dressing

    Heiden's Foods, Fullerton, CA, 888-443-4336, www.heidensfoods.com
    Soup Bases, BBQ Sauces, Pasta Sauces, Salsas, Relishes, Dry Mixes

    Heritage Specialty Foods, Dallas, TX, 503-252-1545, www.heritagespecialtyfoods.com
    Soups, Sauces, Marinades​
     
    Heritage Food Co., Hephzibah, GA, 706-437-0000, www.heritagefoodcompany.com
    Jams, Salsas, Pickles, Relishes, Honey, Dressings, BBQ Sauces, Syrups

    Hillside Orchard Farms, Tiger, GA, 866-782-4995, www.hillsideorchard.com
    Sauces, Jams, Jellies
     
     
    Hinkle Fine Foods, Dayton, OH, 937-836-3665, www.hinklefinefoods.com
    Barbecue Sauces, Pasta Sauces, Wing Sauces, Jams, Jellies, Spreads, Salsas, Dry Mixes
    We can help with product development.
    It’s all about getting the recipe to taste just the way you want it to, no matter how big a batch you need. We’re in our kitchen tinkering until everything is perfect. Honestly, it’s what we live to do. And no matter how hard you tickle us, we’ll keep all recipes confidential.

    Hot Wachulas, Bartow, FL, 863-602-0857, www.hotwachulas.com
    Salsa, Hot Sauce
     
    House of Thaller Inc., Knoxville, TN, 865-246-3538, www.houseofthaler.com
    Hummus, Dips, Spreads, Sauces, Refrigerated Deli Salads

    House of Webster Inc., Rogers, AR, 479-636-4640, www.houseofwebster.com
    Preserves, Spreads, Relishes, Salsas, Butters, Pickled Vegetables, Gifts
     
    Howard's Foods Co-packing, Burnaby, BC, 604-922-3111, www.howardsfoodscopacking.com
    Sauces, BBQ Sauces, Marinades

    Hudson Valley Co-Packing, Poughkeepsie, NY, 845-453-8303, www.hudsonvalley-copacking.com
    Sauces, Frozen Entrees, Quiche, Soups, Cookies, Muffins, Cakes

    IAM International, Lebanon, NJ, 908-713-9651, www.iaminternationalinc.com
    Asian Sauces, Pasta Sauces, Salsas, Chutneys, Condiments, Cookies
     

    Inter-American Products, Cincinnati, OH, 800-645-2233, www.interamericanproducts.com
    Sauces, Condiments, Coffee, Cereal, Cheese, Ice Cream, Water, Snacks, Cookies, Salads, Dips
     
    Iowa Choice Harvest, Marshalltown, IA LLC, 641-758-3100, www.iowachoiceharvest.com 
    Sauce Blending, Sauce Coating, Dry Mixing, Packaging, IQF Freezing, 
     
    Italia Foods, Schaumburg, IL, 800-747-1109, www.italiafoods.com
    Smoothies, frozen IQF, Sauce Chips, Frozen IQF Pasta, Sauces, Stuffed Pasta, Manucotti, LasagnaRTE Meals, 
     
    JB's Best, Athens, GA, 866-589-6456, www.jbsauces.com
    BBQ Sauces, Salsas, Bloody Mary Mix, Ketchup, Custom recipes
    Looking for custom products? Or have a recipe of your own you’d like to have bottled & sold as a private label item? Talk to us about possibilities.Discounts & freight, Freight is additional. There are volume buying discounts; please ask for details.
    Minimums, Minimum order is 6 cases per item; fewer is allowed with an additional charge per unit., Labels
    We can print your labels for you, or work with you to ensure your labels are FDA compliant, and apply them here as you order. Ask for details.
     
    JGS Beverage Group, Trenton, NJ, 516-851-9915, www.jgsbeveragegroup.com
    Beverages, Gifts, Healthy Living, Meat, Sauces
    We are a specialized team that takes your product to the supermarket shelf. Capable to formulate and adjust recipes, as well as regulatory paperwork (haacp, sp). Copacking is limited due to space and time.
     
     
    J&A Foods, New Holland, PA, 888-527-0061, www.jandafoods.com
    Snack Mixes, Soups, Side Dishes, Dips, Dressings, Seasonings, Condiments, Salsas, Sauces
     
    Jelco Foods LLC, Houston, TX, 281-794-4778, www.jelcofoods.com
    BBQ Sauce, Rice Flour, Corn Meal, Marinades, Jalapenos, Pinto Beans, Packaging, Bottling, Labelling

    Kajun Kettle Foods, New Orleans, LA, 800-331-9612, www.crawfishmonica.com
    Sauces, Soups, Frozen Entrees, Dips, Side Dishes

    Karlin Foods, Ashton, IL, 847-441-8330, www.karlinfoods.com
    Dips, Dressings, Sauces, Rice Mixes, Doups, Seasonings 
     
    Karlsburger Foods, Monticello, MN, 800-383-6549, www.karlsburger.com
    Seasonings, Soups, Sauces, Organic
     
    Kamuk, Cartago, Costa Rica, 506-2574-6203, www.kamukcr.com
    Hot Sauce, Ketchup, Steak Sauce, BBQ Sauce, Mustard, Dressing, Kosher, Organic
    Our Development & Research Department can duplicate almost any sauce on the market and develop new ones in record time. 

    Kitchen Fusions, Pinellas Park, FL, 800-728-3704, www.mycopacker.com
    Dry Mixes, Seasonings, Salt Free, Gifts
     

    Kneppers Peppers, Harrisburg, PA, www.knepperspeppers.com
    Hot Sauces

    Kyleigh Farms, Chancellor, AL, 334-684-1404, www.kyleighfarms.com
    Sauces, Spreads
    Lakeside Packing Co., Harrow Ontario, 519-738-2314, www.lakesidepacking.com
    Pasta Sauces, Pickles, Salsa, Sauces, Vegetables
     
    Lakeside Foods, Manitowoc, WI, 800-466-3834, www.lakesidefoods.com
    Canned Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables, Organic Vegerables, Salsa, Sauces, Stews, Chilis 

    Lancaster Fine Foods, Lancaster, PA, 800-335-6663, www.lancasterfinefoods.com
    Sauces, Syrups, Condiments, Dessert Sauces, Dressings, Gluten Free

    Landmark Foods,Littleton, CO, 303-948-5070, www.landmarkfoods.net
    Dried Fruit, Pickles, Oatmeal, Seasonings, Fruit Juices, Syrups, Sauces, Oils
     
    Leroux Creek, Hotchkiss, CO, 970-872-2256, www.lerouxcreek.com
    Apple Sauces, Cherries, Organic Puree

    Li Destri Foods Inc., Fairport, NY, 201-944-1233, www.lidestrifoods.com 
    Sauces, Pesto, Soups, Salsas, Oils, Jams, Dips, Condiments
     
    Lollipop Tree, Portsmouth, NH, 800-842-6691, www.lollipoptree.com
    Dry Mixes, Grilling Sauces, Jams, Gifts
     
    Mad Will's Food Co., Auburn, CA, 888-275-9455, www.madwills.com
    Dressings, Salsas

    Mainline Foods LLC, Marietta, GA, 404-465-1100, www.mainlinefoods.com
    Fresh, Frozen, RTE Foods including Bakery, Pastries, Deli Salads, Appetizers and much more. 
    Mainline Foods is made up of a group of companies; 10+ person R&D Team, Robust Procurement Department, In-House Legal Team, QA Lab Services, Investment and Acquisition Company, Dedicated Marketing Department and World Class Manufacturing Plants. Our Sister Company is Mainline Aviation, a Full Service In-Flight Catering Company dedicated to boarding the highest quality products with exceptional service. Our Plants are SQF Level 2, USDA Certified, FDA Certified, Kosher, Medina Audited


    Mama Vida Inc., Randallstown, MD, 410-521-0742, www.mamavida.com
    Salsas, Dips, Pasta Sauces, Mixers, Sauces, Soups

    Mankind Sauces, Show Low, AZ, www.mankindsauces.com
    Sauces
     

    Marisa Foods, Long Beach, CA, 562-437-7775, www.marisafoods.com
    Sausages, Meatballs, Pepperoni, Sauces
     
    Maud Borup, Plymouth, MN, 866-678-6283, www.maudboorup.com
    Candy, Chocolate, Sauces, Spices, Snacks, Organic, Gluten Free, Holiday Assortments
     
    Milo's Co-Packing, Athens, OH, 866-589-6456, www.miloscopacking.com
    Pasta Sauces, Salsas, BBQ Sauces, Preserves, Brusctetta, Dressings
     
    Mizkan Americas, ​Mt. Prospect, IL, 847-590-0059, www.mizkan.com
    Vinegars, Seasonings, Dressings

    Mrs. Clark's Foods, Ankeny, IA, 800-736-5674, www.mrsclarks.com
    Sauces, Dressings, Mayonnaise, Juices, Mixers
     
    Mullins Food Products, Broadview, IL, 708-344-3224, www.mullinsfood.com
    Hot Sauces, Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Mustard, Dressings, Salsa, 
    Mullins Food Products has the capabilities and high-speed equipment to meet all of your retail, foodservice or QSR packaging, needs. We offer a wide selection of sauce packaging options., Cups Portion control packets Mid-size pouches Bulk pouches Bag-in-box pouches Cryovac pouches Hot fill pouches Gallon jugs Pails Drums Bulk totes
    Are you looking for a product or packaging type you don’t see on our list? Talk to our team to see what we can do for you.
     
    MyCopacker.com, Pinellas Park, FL, 800-728-3704, www.mycopacker.com
    Dips, Sauces, Spices, Herbal Seasonings, Desserts, Bread Mixes, Batters, 
     
    NJ Kosher Kitchen, Dumont, NJ, 917-699-9502, www.njkosherkitchen.com
    Sauces, Kosher, Beverages, Juices
     
    Northwest Gourmet Foods, Renton, WA, 425-793-5001, www.nwgourmetfoods.com
    Dressings, Sauces, Mayonnaise, BBQ Sauce, Salsa

    Nelson Farms, Cazenovia, NY, 315-655-8831, www.nelsonfarms.org
    Snacks, Mixers, Sauces, Oils, Granola, Pasta, Salsa, Jams, Condiments
     
    National Food & Beverage, Dallas, TX, 214-905-9700, www.national-foods.com
    Salsas, Sauces, Dressings, Dips, Oils, BBQ Sauces, Marinades, Ketchups, Relish, Mixers, Pasta Sauce
     
    Ol' Gringos, Mineral Wells, TX, 940-325-4275, www.olgringos.com
    Hot Sauce, BBQ Sauces, Spices, Rubs, Gift Box Sets

    Oregon Hill Farms, Saint Helens, OR, 503-397-2791, www.oregonhill.com
    Mixers, No Sugar, Jams, Syrups, Butters

    Original Juan Specialty Foods, Kansas City, KS, 800-568-8468, www.originaljuan.com 
    Sauces, Salsas, Hot Sauces, Snacks
     
    Overhill Farms, Vernon, CA, 800-859-6406, www.overhillfarms.com
    Frozen Entrees, Sauces, Soups, Meats

    Pacific Northwest Co-Packing Co., Tualatin, OR, 503-427-2221, www.pnwcopacking.com
    Bakery, Beverage, Candy, Chocolate, Desserts, Fruit, Gifts, Grains, Healthy Living, Seasonings, Snacks, Vegetables
    Dry Seasonings - Spices - Herbs - Rubs - Flavorings - Tea - Coffee - Dry mixes - Powders - Flours - Sugars - Salts - Chocolate Chips - Cocoa - Grains - Rice - Nuts - Trail Mix - Candies - Popcorn - Sprinkles - Toppings - Dried Fruit - Dried Vegetables - Many More! PNW Co-Packing is a DRY ingredient co-packer specializing in small sized packaging, ranging from 1/8 tsp (.4 grams) up to about 9 oz. Low minimums, quick turn-around times. Image printing capabilities including logo and text. Kosher, Organic, Gluten-Free capabilities. Woman Owned and Operated Company.
     
    Pacific Choice, Fresno, CA, 559-237-5583, www.pcbrands.com
    Sauces, Salsas' Vegetables, Organic, Kosher
     
    Pacific Harvest Products, Bellevue, WA, 425-401-7990, www.pacifichp.com
    Dressings, Sauces, Seasonings

    Palmieri Foods, New Haven, CT, 800-845-5447, www.palmierifoods.com
    Pasta Sauces, Salsas, BBQ Sauces, Marinades
     
    Palmetto Canning, Palmetto, FL, 941-722-1100, www.palmettocanning.com
    Sauces, Salsas, Dessert Toppings, Juices
     
    Palace Foods, Reading, PA, 610-939-0631, www.palacefoodsinc.com
    High Volume, Low Volume, Ghee, Pasteurization, Cold Fill Hot Fill 
     
    Panorama Foods, Lynn, MA,781-592-1069, www.panoramafoods.com
    Dry Mixes

    Paradigm Foodworks, Lake Oswego, OR, 503-595-4360, www.paradigmfoodworks.com
    Sauces, Salsas, Meats, Snacks, Chocolates, Candy, Dessert sauces, Dressings
    Jams, Jellies, Mustard, Pasta Sauce, Vinegar, Snacks
     
    Pearlco, Canton, MA, 888-821-1010, www.saratogadressings.com
    Dressings, Sauces, Spreads, Dips, Marinades
     
    Pellegrino Foods, Warren, PA, 814-723-3402, www.pellegrinofoods.com
    Pasta Sauces, Frozen Entrees
     
    Pellicano's Specialty Foods, Buffalo, NY, 716-822-2366, www.pellicanos.com
    Sauces, Dressings, Condiments, Pasta Sauces
     
    Pemberton’s Gourmet Foods, Gray, ME, 800-255-8401, www.pembertonsgourmet.com
    Sauces, Salsas, Pestos, Pasta Sauces, Dessert Sauces
     
    Peppers Unlimited of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA, 337-394-8035, www.peppersunlimitedofla.com
    Cajun Sauces, Steak Sauces, BBQ Sauces, Marinades
     
    Plenus Group, Lowell, MA, 800-970-3832, www.pgifoods.com
    Soups, Sauces, Frozen Entrees
     
    Patter Fam Sauces, Wheelersburg, OH, 740-352-2008, www.patterfamsauces.com
    BBQ Sauces, Hot Sauces
     
    Premier Foods LLC, Santa Fe Springs, CA, 562-944-9044, www.premierfoodsllc.com
    Sauces, dressings, oils, vinegars, marinades and honey
    Our services and capabilities include: Hot and Cold Fill; Glass and Plastic containers; pH and non-pH controlled products; Nutritional Labeling and Ingredient Statements. In both our Private Label and Contract Packaging programs Premier Foods can provide clients with bottle selection as well as with label design and label printing references.
    Our certifications include: SQF, FDA, GMP, Organic, Kosher and HACCP – and we offer small minimum runs. Founded in 2004 Premier Foods LLC is located in Santa Fe Springs, CA.
     
    Premier Packaging Partners, Waterbury, CT, 203-437-8148, Im@ppp-foods.com
    Olive Oil, Vinegar, Dressings, Hot Sauces, Mixers, Fermented, Pickled, Jams, Honey,
    Maple Syrup, Pepper Relish
     
    Private Label Foods, Rochester, NY, 585-254-9205, www.privatelabelfoods.com
    BBQ Sauce, Pasta Sauce, Salsa, Hot Sauce, Marinades, Dressings
     
    Hot Sauce Depot, Keller, TX, 817-750-2739, www.private-label-hot-sauce.com
    Hot Sauce
    Radich Bor-do-lay Inc, Folsom, CA, 800-995-8349, www.bordolay.com
    Marinades, Sauces

    Ralcorp, St. Louis, MO, 314-877-7930, www.ralcorpsnackssaucesandspreads.com
    Sauces, Snacks, Frozen Entrees, Oils

    Reid's Foods, Gurnee, IL, 888-295-8478, www.reidfoods.com
    Jams, Dessert Toppings, Salsas, Soups, Pasta, Pasta Sauces, Spreads, Dips
     
    Red Gold Inc., Elwood, IN, 866-729-7187, www.redgoldfoods.com
    Tomato Sauce, Tomato Paste, Pizza Sauce, Ketchup, Tomato Juice, Cocktail Sauce, Chili Sauce, Pasta Sauce, Salsa, Taco Sauce, Enchilada Sauce, Retort (Canning) 

    Riba Foods Inc., Houston, TX, 713-975-7001, www.ribafoods.com
    Salsas, Dips, Sauces, Mixers, Dressings, Honey, Seasonings

    Ricardo Food Group, New York, NY, 212-461-2163, www.ricardofoodgroup.com
    Ricardo Food Group is a sourcing company for all your Co Packing & Private Label needs. We have formed alliances with 324 US base food, beverage & bakery manufacturing facilities. Ricardo Food Group is an advisory firm made up of Manufacturing & Production Expert Consultants in the food, bakery and beverage industry. Serving as consultants to businesses regarding partnerships, investors, mergers, performance base equity and acquisitions, leveraged and management buyouts, debt restructuring, capital firm investments, entrepreneur’s investment, & commercial bank investments. 
    Please connect with me on LinkedIn Ricardo Cordero.
     
    Rising Sun Farms, Phoenix, OR, 800-888-0795, www.risingsunfarms.com
    Cheese, Dips, Pestos
     
    River Run Foods, Northumberland, PA, 570-701-1192, www.riverrunfoods.com
    Sauces, Salsas, Condiments

    Rosa Food Products, Philadelphia, PA, 215-467-2214, www.rosafoods.com
    Mustard, Tuna, Cookies, Candy, Vegetables, Oils, Pasta
     
    SVB Copacking, Martinsburg, WV, 304-267-8500, www.svbfoods.com
    Dressings, Sauces, Dips, Marinades ,Sauces,
     We specialize in manufacturing wet condiments such as dressings and sauces. The products we make are distributed by our customers and retailed at warehouse club stores, independent supermarkets, grocery chains, discount department stores, and convenience stores. We can develop recipes or scale an existing recipe to industrial size batching. We pack product in various containers: small retail pack, large retail pack, club multi-pack, gift pack, and food service. We can pack in various styles of both glass and plastic bottles
    Our goal is to provide valuable solutions for our customers and to support the success of their respective brands. We look at process revisions to assure product safety and shelf stability. We can assist with formula changes for taste improvements or cost reductions. Please contact us if you would like to have a product consultation.

    Sal & Judy's Products, Slidell, LA, 800-588-1870, www.salandjudys.com
    Sauces, Dressings, Gifts
     
    Sauce Crafters, Riviera Beach, FL, 888-477-2823, www.saucecrafters.com
    BBQ Sauces, Pasta Sauces, Hot Sauces, Gifts
     
    Sauceology Group, 727-389-3774, www.thesauceologygroup.com
    Seasonings, Rubs, Hot Sauces, Marinades, Dressings, Pasta Sauces, 
     
    Savoie's Foods, Opelousas LA, 337-942-7241, www.savoiesfoods.com
    Sauces, Sausages, Smoked Seafood

    Schlotterbeck & Foss, Portland, ME, 207-772-4666, www.schlotterbeck-foss.com 
    Chutneys, Condiments, Dressings, Butters, Spreads, Salsas, Sauces
     
    Serenity Farms, Hoboken, GA, 912-550-6492, www.hogwallerbbq.com
    Sauces, Seasonings
     
    Signature Sauces, Independence, OH, 216-642-4605, Ext., 16, www.signaturesauces.com 
    Chef driven recipes- pasta sauce, pizza sauce, salad dressing, BBQ, soup and condiments 
    Signature Sauces is a proprietary food manufacturing facility & private label contract packager in Ohio serving the Midwest. We specialize in pasta sauce, pizza sauce, salad dressing, BBQ, soup and condiments. Our knowledge of the food-service industry and customer brand allows us to develop products around functionality and custom tailor to your restaurant. We create innovative flavors and trends in our on-site culinary kitchen, led by our chefs and supported by food science. Our passion for results and customer focus supports your recipe from production to plate. We are a SQF level 2 certified facility and USDA & FDA inspected. We collaborate with many corporate chefs nationally to ensure food safety, quality, and consistency are upheld at each location. 

    Silver Spring, Eau Claire, WI, 800-826-7322, www.silverspringfoods.com
    Sauces, Mustards, Horseradish, Cocktail Sauce

    Silver State Foods, Denver,800-423-3351, www.silverstatefoods.com
    Pasta Sauces
     
    Sokol Custom Food Ingredients, Countryside, IL, 800-328-7656, www.sokolcustomfoods.com 
    Custom Sweet & Savory Sauces, Fruit Fillings, Nut Butters, Portion Packaging, Bulk Packaging

    Solana Gold Organics, Sebastapool, CA, 707-829-1121, www.solanagold.com
    Vinegars, Apple Sauce, Juices

    Southern Classic Food Group, Brundidge, AL, 334-735-3400, www.southernclassicfood.com
    Dressings, Vinegar, Mayonnaise, BBQ Sauce, Syrup, Mustard
     
    Southern Flavoring Company Inc., Bedford, VA, 540-586-8565, www.southernflavoring.com
    Seasonings, Oils, Sauces, Salsas, Extracts, Flavorings, Gifts
     
    Spicin Foods, Kansas City, KS, 800-568-8468, www.spicinfoods.com
    BBQ Sauces, Dips, Spreads, Hot Sauces, Salsa, Gluten Free, Vegan
    For over twenty years, Spicin Foods (formerly Original Juan) has been committed to developing and producing innovative and delicious high-quality products for our own brands as well as our co-pack and private label partners. Today, our award-winning products are available in retail locations and restaurants worldwide.
     
    Stagecoach Sauces, Palatka, FL, 386-328-6330www.stagecoachsauces.com
    BBQ Sauces, Steak Sauces, Hot Sauce, Cocktail Sauce, Ketchup,Marinades, Dressings, Syrups
    PRODUCT FORMULATION ASSISTANCE, PACKAGE DESIGN CONSULTATION, COMPLETE NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS
    IN-HOUSE LABELING PROVIDED, FDA & DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE INSPECTIONS, INK JET CODING ON ALL PRODUCTS
    INVENTORY CONTROL, TAMPER EVIDENT SEALING, SHRINK WRAPPING, BAR CODES
     
    Stello Foods Inc., Punxsutawney, PA, 800-849-4599, www.stellofoods.com
    Sauces, Sauces, Ketchups, Mustards, Relishes, Marinades
     
    Steuben Foods Inc., Elma, NY, 716-655-4000, www.steubenfoods.com
    Milk, Yogurt, Energy Drinks, Sauces, Soups
     
    Stone Gate Foods, Shakopee, MN, 952-215-0475, www.stonegate-foods.com
    Frozen Foods, Pizza, Appetizers, Desserts, Fruits, Vegetables, Meats, Snacks
    From large-scale ongoing orders to relatively small batches, Stone Gate Foods has the facility and the know-how to get your food product developed, manufactured, packaged and shipped. Our unique capabilities of hands-on production, automation and strict supervision of the manufacturing process help keep your business moving: / 40,000 square-foot facility / High-labor products capabilities / Packaging & bottling capabilities / State-of-the-art refrigeration and freezer storage / Warehousing facilities / On-site test kitchen and product development team / Management-owned / Experienced leadership team / Centrally located only 20 minutes from Minneapolis, MN We are inspected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and meet its high standards for quality assurance. Stone Gate's management is committed to the food safety standards of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations, and is Safe Quality Food (SQF) Level 2 certified.

    Subco Foods, West Chicago, IL, 630-231-0003, www.subcofoods.com
    Subco Foods Inc. is uniquely suited to produce any dry and liquid food products, such as Hot Cocoa, Cappuccino Mixes, Drink Mixes, Coffee Creamers, Flavored Syrup, Coffee Syrup, Pancake Syrups, Bloody Mary Mixes, Sauces, Mouthwash and various types of Herbs in pouches, jars and composite cans, etc. Blending Pouching Cartoning Bottle Filling Jar Filling
    AIB Supervised Kosher Approved Can Filling Bulk Filling Private Label Net Weight Scale Overwrapping
    Secondary Packaging
     
    Summer Garden Food Mfg., Boardman, OH, 330-965-8455, www.summergardenfood.com
    Pasta Sauce, Meat Sauce, Seafood Sauce, Salsa, BBQ Sauces, Soups, Marinades
     
     
    Sunbelt Packaging Company, Decatur, GA, 513-708-2319, www.sunbeltpackagingco.com
    Condiments, Sauces, Seasonings
    Reasonable minimums (60 gal for sauces, 250# for custom seasoning blends)
     Specialize in working with startups Turn key copacker​
     
     
    Sunny Dell Foods Inc., Oxford, PA, 610,932-5164, www.sunnydell.com 
    Salsas, Relishes, Vegetables
     
    Sweet Creek Foods, Elmira, OR, 541-935-1615, www.sweetcreekfoods.com
    Sauces, Pickles, Salsas, Relishes, Tuna, Fruit Spreads, Applesauce
     
    Terra Foods, Phoenix, OR, 541-535-8331, www.terrafoods.ca
    Pasta Sauce, Bars, Chocolate, Breads, Candy

    TexaFrance Inc., Round Rock, TX, 512-246-2500, www.texafrance.com
    Chutney, Jelly, Condiments, Fat Free Dressings, Sauces, Salsas

    The Sauceology Group Inc., Clearwater, FL, 727-389-3774, www.thesauceologygroup.com
    Acidified & Acid Food Products, Dry Spice Blending, BBQ Sauces, Condiments, Dry Mixes
    Marinades, Salad Dressings, Sauces, Seasonings

    Tone Products, Melrose Park, IL, 800-536-8662, www.toneproducts.com
    Energy Drinks, Sauces, Salsas, Mixers, Juice Concentrates
     
    Tulkoff Food Products, Baltimore, MD, 410-864-0541, www.tulkoff.com
    Horseradish, Dressings, Sauces, Spreads, Cocktail Sauc
     
    Ultimate Foods, New Haven, CT, 203-469-4014, www.ultimatefoods.net 
    Sauces, Marinades, Pasta Sauces
     
    United Foods International, Hayward, CA, 510-264-5850, www.ufiusa.com
    Sauces, Soups, Marinades, Dry Powders, Asian Sauces
     
    Van Law Food Products, Fullerton, CA, 714-870-9091, www.vanlaw.com
    Sauces, Dressings, Marinades, Juices, Bar Mixes, Pasta Sauce, Pasta, Organic, Kosher
     
    Vermont Kale Chips, VT, www.vermontkalechips.com
    Beverages, Healthy Living, Fruit, Sauces, Juices, Condiments
    We have our own cold pressed juice company and work with all fruits and vegetable related foods. We can handle early stage R&D up to copack - contract manufacturing your product. We can customize your products for large or small co-packing runs. We produce a line and our partners can assist to increase capacity your specific manufacturing requirements. Our juice company can do juice or smoothies requiring nut milk especially almond mylks as well as oats and cashews.​

    Victory's Kitchen, Toronto Ontario, 416-766-5848, www.victoryskitchen.com
    Soups, Stews, Salsa, Sauces, Dips, Marinades, Chili, Fillings
     
    Village Green Foods, Irvine, CA, 949-261-0111, www.villagegreenfoods.com
    Soup, Sauce, Dressing, Filling, Marinades, Spreads 

    Vision Foods, Colorado Springs, CO, 719-459-3308, www.visionfoodsllc.com
    Sauces
     
    Waco Bottling, Waco, TX, 254-300-1366, www.wacobottling.com
    Beverages, sauces, dry rubs, dressings, and more. Bag-n-box, portion packaging, and hot & cold bottle filling, Sauces
     
    Wade Bottling, Romer, GA, 706-844-6876, www.wadebottling.com 
    BBQ Sauce

    West Coast Co-Packer, Salem, OR, 702-273-9714, www.westcoastcopacker.com
    BBQ Sauces, Cocktail Sauce, Hot Sauces, Marinades, Oriental, Pasta Sauces
    Specializing in gourmet, organic, and all-natural products. Hot and cold fill production and in-house formulation. Capabilities to fill from sachet packets to various shapes and sizes of plastic or glass bottles along with many labeling options. 

    Western Mass Food Processing Center, Greenfield, MA, 413-774-7204, www.fccdc.org
    Sauces, Dressings, Relishes
     
    Winona Foods, Green Bay, WI, 920-662-2184, www.winonafoods.com
    Cheese Spreads, Portion Control Sauces, Bulk Sauces, Dips, Dressings
     
    W.N. Foods, Hayward, CA, 510-487-8877, www.wnfoods.com
    Asian Sauces
     
    Wright Foods, Troy, NC, 877-974-4480, www.wrightfoods.com
    Sauces, Fruit Products, Vegetable Purees, Juices

    Yoshida Foods, Portland, OR, 503-872-8450, www.yoshidsfoods.com
    Hot Fill Co-Packing, Cold Fill Co-Packing, High End Beverages, Specialty Sauces
    For over 30 years, Yoshida Foods has been producing and meeting market demand for a variety of world-renowned sauces and beverage products. Production at this level at this length of time has caused us to create an optimal system for efficient, high-volume delivery of these products. We offer this same level of service to companies needing co-packing services in Portland, Oregon.
  • How To Present Your Products to Meijer

    Saddleback recently had a meeting with Meijer to discuss selling our BBQ Sauce in their stores. Retailers want your product to make strong business sense and to feel an emotional connection with your product before putting it on their shelves. A strong pitch can help deliver on both counts, and it is important to remember a few key strategies to incorporate into your presentation. 

    As Meijer did with Saddleback, It is likely that the retailer will send you a number of different requirements to meet, and probably some spreadsheets and/or documents for you to fill out and bring to the meeting. It is imperative that you complete any documentation the retailer asks for, and to forget any would put you at a strong disadvantage up front. After you assemble what the retailer asks for, it is time to start filling out the rest of your presentation. 

    The more data you compile the better, and the numbers are critically important. At the end of the day, even if the retailer loves the story of your business, connects with the presenter and appreciates your product, if the numbers don’t work then your product isn’t going into their stores. The data sets that will likely be of utmost importance in this presentation are the following:

    • Those in connection with velocity and productivity (see What You Need to Know To Get Your Products Into Meijer).
    • Data concerning the price comparison to other similar products in the retailer’s stores.
    • Gross margins for the retailer.
    • If your product has connections with popular consumer trends, this should be presented as well.

    While there certainly might be other numbers the retailer will want to see, those mentioned above should always be included.

    The retailer should walk away from the presentation knowing the identity of your business and how that identity is expressed through the product you’re selling. Have slides covering the following background information in connection with your business:

    • Information about your product that demonstrates it is unique.
    • Any notable marketing campaigns or public recognition.
    • Successful promotions you have ran and any you plan to run with the retailer.
    • Space to sales, or the amount of space your product will take up on their shelves and the reasoning behind your product’s packaging size.
    • If you can do so honestly, a statement about limited debt of the company and ability to meet any increasing production demands.

    How to order the information included in this blog is an interesting question, with arguments running both ways. For Saddleback, we believe the numbers should be the last thing the presenter sees as it will ultimately make or break the deal. The retailer should walk away from the meeting with a strong understanding of why your product makes sound business sense. However, everyone’s business is different, and exactly how you deliver the final presentation should be adjusted to fit your style. Whatever has you presenting in a smooth and confident manner while effectively covering accurate information is the strategic path you should pursue.

  • What You Need to Know To Get Your Products Into Meijer

    Here at Saddleback, we sell our BBQ sauce locally and have had discussions with Meijer to get our products into their stores. Many local businesses have similar desires, but getting into such a retailer comes with challenges. Meijer is concerned with two critical factors in determining whether to take on a new product: velocity and productivity. 

     

    Velocity:

    Velocity in a retail setting is generally defined as the rate of sales that a brand or SKU achieves through a store, group of stores or market area over a defined period of time: 

    V = Sales per Time Period / Unit-of-Distribution

    Velocity is all about how fast your product sells, which is of major importance to a large retailer like Meijer.  A strong velocity shows a retailer that your existing base of stores is experiencing growth, and instills confidence that your product will sell similarly in their store. Here’s an example of how it works: 

    Let’s say a particular retailer is interested in your weekly velocity, or number of units sold per week per store.  Assume further that you have sold 12,500 units over 6 months across 25 stores.  

    1. Start by calculating units per year: 2 * (12,500 units) = 25,000 units per year
    2. Next, get your weekly sales: 25,000 units / 52 weeks = 480.77 units per week
    3. Finally, divide this number by the total number of stores: 480.77 / 25 =19.23
    4. Velocity = 19.23 units per week per store

    A high and increasing velocity is a sign of brand strength, and demonstrates to a retailer that you’re gaining new customers, obtaining repeat purchases, and that your product makes overall business sense.

     

    Productivity:

    Productivity in a retail setting is generally measured by multiplying the total sales of a particular product by that product’s price:

    P = Total Sales * Retail Price

    Productivity is all about the value of the product you're selling - customers want it and will pay a high price for it. From a retailer’s perspective, while they want your product to have a high velocity and sell quickly, they also want to maximize their margins and profits. Combine a high rate of productivity with a high velocity and you are a large retailer’s dream come true.  Building off the example above, here is how productivity can make or break your product: 

    Let’s assume, as above, we have a product with a velocity of 19 units per week per store. At 25 stores, this is 475 total units per week on average. The weekly productivity of these total sales will depend on price: 

    1. The product retail price is $1.99: P = 475 * $2.50 = $945.25
    2. The product retail price is $24.99: P = 475 * $24.99 = $11,870.25
    3. The product retail price is $99.99: P = 475 * $99.99 = $47,495.25

    One sees quickly how pricing can significantly affect the productivity rate. That is why it is important to be thinking not only about selling quickly, but selling a high-quality product that is going to bring in meaningful dollars to the retailer. 

     

    The bottom line is that both factors are of equal importance.  If you are a business trying to grow a product, your goal should be to get into as many retailers as you can, with an end goal of getting into a large-scale retailer.  Any major retailer is going to care deeply about velocity and productivity, so understand these factors well and prepare substantial data on them in advance of any meeting with a retailer.

  • Inflation the Silent Tax

    How a $0.61 increase in the cost of production leads to a nearly $2.50 increase for consumers. 


    The company that manufactures our BBQ Sauce is raising our costs by over 20%. Why? Inflationary pressures: prices are rapidly rising for shipping, ingredients, plastics, and glass. We do not fault our manufacturer. We are experiencing the same forces in our restaurants. BUT If something doesn’t change, it could mean our BBQ sauces are too expensive for retailers. 


    Each time a retail product changes hands, the price goes up. We’ll use actual costs from our experiences to demonstrate how this works. 


    Old Pricing - We purchase the sauce for $1.93/Bottle (including Shipping and Label) > We sell it to a Distributor for $3.38  > The Distributor sells it to the Retailer for $4.19 > The Retailer sells it on their shelves for $5.99


    New Pricing (same margins) - We purchase the sauce for $2.54/Bottle > We sell to the Distributor for $4.45 > the Distributor sells to Retailer for $5.52 > the Retailer sells it on their shelves for $8.49!!


    This $0.61 increase at production leads to a $2.50 increase for you, the consumer. 


    We hope this demonstrates how fragile pricing is, and how rapidly prices can change. A seemingly insignificant rise in the cost of production leads to a dramatic increase in the final price for the consumer. 


    We’re currently working to figure out solutions. Any tips, information, or ideas are encouraged.

  • Black Friday and Cyber Week Deals

    Saddleback BBQ is excited to announce that it will be offering our customers a variety of Black Friday and Cyber Week Deals! Here are the details:

    Black Friday - Codes Valid Through November 26th Only

    • BOGO Sauce
      • Buy a bottle of one our signature BBQ sauces and get a second bottle for free! 
      • Choose between our Sweet & Savory and Michigan Mustard.
      • No limit on how many times you can use this code.
    • BOGO 50% Apparel
      • Buy one of our pieces of Saddleback apparel and get a second for piece 50% off.
      • No limit on how many times a customer may use this code. 
    • Brisket Class
      • Get 35% off a Brisket Class with Saddleback Matt. 

    Cyber Week - Codes Valid Nov. 29th - Dec. 5 Only

    • 25/15
      • Spend $25, get 15% off. 
      • Applicable to all BBQ Products.
    • 40/20
      • Spend $40, get 20% off. 
      • Applicable to all BBQ Products. 
    • 60/25
      • Spend $60, get 25% off.
      • Applicable to all BBQ Products.
    • 75/30
      • Spend $75, get 30% off. 
      • Applicable to all BBQ Products. 
    • There is no limit on how many times customers may use these codes. 

    **Link to all our BBQ Products**

  • Darrell's Market Newest Addition

    Darrell’s Market in Mason recently expressed interest in a display shelf for our sauces. Our talented employee, Jacob Spare, was up to the task. He has this beauty finished in no time!

    Make sure to check this out next time you visit Darrell’s.

     

  • Gorman Market - BBQ Sauce

    Say hello to our sauces newest home, Gorman’s Food Market in Lansing!

    Thank you to everyone over at Gorman’s for being so accommodating.

    Which local store should we check out next?

     

  • Our Sauces are now at GFS!

    Our sauces are now on the shelves of three Gordon Food Service stores! If you’ve been following our page for any time, you know getting our products into a national retailer has been one of our biggest goals. This is our first major breakthrough! There’s a chance if all goes well we could be on the shelves of GFS stores across the country.

    We have a 60-90 day trial period to prove there’s demand for our BBQ Sauces. This means in the coming months if you purchase a bottle of sauce from GFS, not only will you be buying a delicious product, you will also be helping us attempt to achieve our goals.

    Our mission is to display that Midwest BBQ is as good or better than any other barbeque. That is why we so prominently display the map of Michigan on each of our bottles. We want people everywhere to notice the prominence of Michigan’s BBQ scene.

    Thank you, everyone, fingers crossed.

    The addresses of the three GFS stores we’re in:

    5912 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

    454 E Edgewood Blvd, Lansing, MI 48911

    1851 Newman Rd, Okemos, MI 48864

  • Sauce Rebate!

    Buy any two bottles of Saddleback sauce and receive a $5.99 credit to use at either saddleback location!

     

    To redeem the the credit, take a photo of our receipt and go to this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfovh-_Ntklp3LTALyZOyDNNU5zA7A_KMf08HqtazcdVzdPZg/viewform

    (this rebate has now expired)

     

     

     

     

     

  • Saddleback BBQ - BBQ Classes

    2021 Event Schedule 
    
    DATE: Sunday, July 18th
    CLASS: Brisket School Saddleback Owner, Matt Gillett, shares his knowledge on smoking brisket  
    MENU: Brisket, Baby Back Ribs, off-menu items 
    LOCATION: Undecided, dependent on the number of participants. 
    TIME: Undecided
    PRICE: $215 
    TICKETS: Order Now! To order, click the link, select May 22nd for the date, look under "BBQ Products"

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    Past Events 

    DATE: Saturday, May 8th
    CLASS: Saddleback BBQ School 
    Saddleback Owner, Matt Gillett, goes over his BBQ philosophy while serving plenty of BBQ food
    MENU: Baby Back Ribs, Brisket, a Platter of off-menu items
    LOCATION: Saddleback Okemos - Butchers Room
    TIME: 11:00am - 1:00pm
    PRICE: $215
    
    TICKETS: Order Now! To order, click the link, select May 8th for the date, look under "BBQ Products"

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    DATE: Saturday, May 22nd
    CLASS: Brisket School 
    Saddleback Owner, Matt Gillett, shares his knowledge on smoking brisket 
    MENU: Brisket (Pellet Smoker & Reverse Flow), Baby Back Ribs, and a platter of off-menu items
    LOCATION: Saddleback Okemos - Butchers Room 
    TIME: 11:00am - 1:00pm
    PRICE: $215
    
    TICKETS: Order Now! To order, click the link, select May 22nd for the date, look under "BBQ Products"

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    More Classes Coming Soon - Sign up to our Text Alerts to receive updates! 

     

     

     

  • Meater+ Thermometers

    Meater+ Bluetooth Thermometers

    Saddleback recently started selling these thermometers! We choose to go with Meater for a few reasons. Bluetooth thermometers are quickly taking over in the world of thermometers. They’re easy to use, you can check the temp of whatever you’re cooking right from your phone, and they have specific settings for almost every meat you could think of.

    • 165ft of Range
    • Easy Bluetooth Connection
    • Internal Temp.
    • Ambient Temp.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are my MEATER probes dishwasher safe?

    Yes. We have been testing and have found no issues with durability or safety when it comes to putting your MEATER probes in a dishwasher.

    We still recommend hand washing your probes to get rid of any stubborn debris.

    Can MEATER function as a deep fry or candy thermometer?

    MEATER should not be used as a deep fry or candy thermometer. This will damage the probe and void its warranty.

    Should I be worried that my MEATER probe keeps disconnecting?

    The MEATER probe uses Bluetooth to communicate to either your smart device, MEATER+ charger or MEATER Block.

    With all wireless technology, but especially with Bluetooth, there are limitations on the range, especially if you are cooking with heavily insulated cooking appliances.

    You should be able to get a minimum of 10ft from your probe in the open air, but certain smokers / grills and ovens (the thicker the material and the fewer gaps for the signal to escape) will cause range to decrease.

    If you find that your MEATER probe is disconnecting, don’t worry, the MEATER app has been built to handle all types of disconnections, which means, when you do reconnect your cook will update, and carry on as normal.

    Towards the end of your cook, we recommend keeping the connection active so you don’t miss any important notifications.

    Why is my MEATER probe no longer connecting?

    If you have used your MEATER Probe before, making sure the square metal end is clean is very important, as this is where the probe makes contact for charging.

    Residue and grime from previous cooks may even look barely visible, which means that your probe may not have been charging since your last cook.

    We recommend mixing some baking soda and vinegar on a sponge to give the ambient square end a good clean after every cook.

    On the charging base itself, you could also see a build up of dirt or soot on the silver spring, which can impact the charger from properly connecting to the probe. It is advisable to give that silver spring a clean as well.

    If you are still having trouble, we recommend restarting your mobile phone or tablet and making sure no other household devices are connected to your MEATER Probe.

    Double check permissions:

    iOS: From the Settings menu on your device, navigate to Privacy > Bluetooth and ensure that the toggle next to MEATER is switched on.

    Android: From the Settings menu on your device, navigate to Apps > MEATER > Permissions and make sure that location permissions are enabled specifically for the app.

    If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy device specifically, navigate to Settings > Biometrics and Security and check that Location/Find My Phone is turned on.

    Why is my MEATER+ charger just flashing red when I take out the probe?

    When your MEATER+ charger starts to blink red, it means that it has lost its Bluetooth connection to its probe.

    Due to recent changes in the app, you might notice that when you remove your probe from the MEATER+ charger, it starts blinking red straight away, but appears as connected within the app itself.

    Don’t worry, your MEATER+ is not broken. This just means that your probe found a stronger connection with your smart device. Once your smart device is no longer in range of the probe, your MEATER+ charger will automatically take the connection.

    To avoid this, remove the probe from the MEATER+ charger before you open the app. This way it will blink green from the start.

    Blinking red and not showing as online either way?

    Your probe might not have charged properly. We recommend scrubbing the contact points before leaving in the charger to charge properly. You can find more information here.