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Just in time for Father’s Day (well close enough anyway) we have another giveaway for you. If your dad (or yourself, we’re not really discriminating here) has ever wanted to make his own barbecue sauce, but never knows where to start we have a treat for you. MUG Root Beer generously gave us one of their kits to test out. They are also letting us give you, our loyal readers, 10 barbecue sauce kits for Father’s Day gifts (to be used later since I’m late). Anyway, we’re going to make this a quick contest so we’ll randomly select five people who sign up for our periodic email newsletter (we promise not to annoy you with it) and/or comment below (doing both increases your chances). We’ll pick the winners tomorrow and update this post so hurry!
I was a bit hesitant at first because I didn’t know what was going to be included in the kit, I didn’t want a bunch of pre-mixed ingredients. When I received the package I was pleasantly surprised to find all fresh ingredients inside a nice Mug Root Beer cooler! Since I have made BBQ sauce with various cola’s before (usually Dr. Pepper) I wasn’t too scared to try it out with some root beer.
As you can see it comes with all fresh ingredients, a nice cooler, and of course an Mug apron. Why is it I have like 50 aprons and never wear one? I ended up with sauce all over me again. Anyway, Mug calls the sauce The Southern Specialty Brew-B-Q Sauce and it contains MUG Root Beer (obviously) and quite a few ingredients as you can see below. The instructions were easy to follow and it only takes about 30 minutes from start to finish, and your sauce can stay refrigerated for up to 2 weeks for later use. In case you don’t win (which you really should, the cooler itself is worth it), here is the recipe:
Southern Specialty Barbecue Sauce
1 cup MUG¨ Root Beer
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon mild-flavored (light) molasses
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powderInstructions:
Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 20 minutes. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Cool slightly. Transfer to bowl. Cover and refrigerate. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead; keep refrigerated.)
The sauce came out nicely, with a mild tangy flavor. I took some leftover pulled pork and made a couple sandwiches and it complimented the pork nicely. It has an interesting and unique flavor. I took some pictures of the final sandwich all nice looking, but I screwed up transferring it so I’ll upload it later. Anyway, get or give a gift of a barbecue sauce kit and start on the road of making your own ingredients! (And if you run out of other ideas, the Pole Dancer Stripper Alarm Clock is always amusing).
UPDATE: First five winners of the MUG Root Beer BBQ Sauce Kits have been randomly selected. You’ll be receiving an email shortly.
- BOBBY
- ASHLEY
- WOLFMANK
- AUBREY P
- NETMEG
UPDATE: MUG is letting us give away 5 more kits! Keep going for a chance to win!
UPDATE: Final five winners!
- Amanda W
- Brian W
- Chris
- Robin S
- Amy
80 Responses to “Free Stuff: Barbecue Sauce Kits From MUG Root Beer”
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Love your stuff!!!!
I’ll have to give this a try! Thanks for the contest too!
Yum! Count me in — nice giveaway in time for Father’s Day
I plan on making a Bacon Explosion on Father’s Day and wonder how the root beer based sauce would taste brushed on it at the end? I usually use Dr. Pepper or Cherry Coke with brisket but root beer is a great idea for sauce too.
I’m thinking of buying a CharGriller Outlaw with side smoke box, any recommendations on it or another smoker in the same price range?
Nothing like an ice cold root beer with some good ‘cue! I love Mug root beer and love your site. Thanks!
Would love to try a kit!
#want!
@Brian Good question. It’s a sweeter sauce so I bet it would offset the salty-ness of the bacon quite well. If you try it out let us know how it is!
Sign me up. I’m all for free…root beer and BBQ!
Winner Winner!
My Dad and I love BBQ & Mug root beer
yum, ill follow it up with a root beer float -
Nice blend of sweet and savory. Looking forward to giving this a try!
Recently found your site, and I’m inspired! Bring on the bacon! And yes, I love root beer, too…this is awesome!
I have never heard of using soda as an ingredient in BBQ sauce. You mentioned you usually use Dr. Pepper, how did the root beer compare? I need to know which I should try first.
If it has a hoof…. it is good.
@Shelby – hmmm, good question. The Dr. Pepper sauce I make is a spicy rib sauce (it’s in one of my BBQ books, forget which one at the moment). The root beer sauce is a bit more tangy/sweet so whichever you prefer. Try them both!
Always up for some free BBQ swag!
mmmm.bacon. i’m the one who went unvegetarian for bacon so i should def. win!
my dad and I are doing a cook on Sunday. Our first time smoking together. Should be fun.
Cool count me in.
Sounds like a good sauce mix – put my name in the hat!
Pick me!
Love root beer, love BBQ, perfect. I’m ready to win!
What a cool giveaway! I love root beer and recently made a root beer bundt cake. I’m sure BBQ with root beer in it would be awesome too!
This sounds great!!!
This sounds awsome. Can’t wait to try it!
Pick me! Pick me! I’ll take one of the MUG Barbecue Sauce Kit off you hands!
I’ve heard of this sauce, but never have had a chance to put it together. This would prevent any excuses!
I couldn’t think of a better gift to give my husband then a kit where he can make his own BBQ sauce. I am very excited!!!!
Looks like an interesting combination of ingredients! I’d love to try it!
This is great I so need this for Fathers Day!!!!!!
Oh yeah! I would loev to try this out. I’ve always been a fan of MUG Rootbeer, I bet it would make a great BBQ sauce!
sounds yummy-would be excited to win!
This is really cool. Love the Bacon Explosion as well.
love me some Mug!
Sounds great….and today is even uncle Larry’s birthday. Would love to try it.
Looks good! Maybe add some bourbon in there for some extra flavor?
Awesome finger licking good barbeque!
If I win, this sauce is all over my next Bacon Explosion.
I love Mug root beer. It’s like water, but with sugar and flavoring!
jason: you guys are amazing–we just tried the half bacon explosion the other day and it was incredible. we are so addicted! please throw our hat into the ring for the kit. thanks and keep up the great work!!!!
Free schwag? I’m in!
Would love the kit! Yum!
I’ve been drinking RootBeer for 70 years now. Also think bacon flavored salt can be added to the bacon sausage explosion. Send me my kit.
Always wanted to try making my own sauce, now I can try.
LOVE ROOT BEER, so what could be bad?
Tried the bacon explosion concept on a butterflied leg of lamb, instead of sausage! WOW!!!
I’ll tell you if it is southern
No making fun of me for thinking Carolina BBQ is really BBQ
Love the blog! Toss my name in the hat, please!
BBQ goodness
I would love a kit! I’d love to see how this sauce measures up to Kansas City bbq!
Sign me up!
I love recipes of all kinds Mug rootbeer gotta be good in bbq sauce
Sign me up
The MUG root beer recipe sounds great. Root beer and pork are great together.
Gotta love the liquid smoke!
I love Mug rootbeer. Why wouldn’t anayone love BBQ sauce made with it?
Can y’all lighten the background or letters so an ole man can see what ya talkin ’bout. But I sho do want that kit…hey, I may even share my “Give it 2 me Babe” sauce with ya.
I think this is a great idea for a giveaway.
Would love to try it.
I love BBQ and like to try new ways for BBQ sauce it is always interesting to hear all the new recipes that come across. Thank you so much for sharing just a mom cooking for her family.
Have a nice day.
Robin
I’m a father that would love to try this kit out. Here’s hoping I win.
Looking good!
Wow, my brother would love this.
Never tried root beer for sauce. Sounds interesting though.
Heck yeah. Sign me up! I’m a dad….plus I support single moms.
Told the family no more ties or shirts, want BBQ stuff. I’ve sent them your URL, Can’t wait! Happy Fathers day to Me! Oh and I got to get my dad some stuff too. =-)
Looks like a winner. Will be trying it soon. Love MUG rootbeer in an ice cold mug! mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
We love us some BBQ shwag at FNDish.com!
R
Looks great. Hope to try it out!
Love, love, love this site!
OMGWTFBBQ goodness, that looks awesome!
This sounds so good, would love to try it!
I’m a big fan of the Mug Rootbeer and I would love to try the kit out.
Thanks.
I wanted to nominate my dad! He is phenomenal! He works so hard for his family. Not only has he served as a police officer, he is a cancer survivor who still works more than full time to provide for his family, and help my husband & I provide for our children, one of which is disabled. My dad has always stuck by my side, and he always lets my momma know how much he loves her. He ROCKS at makin’ bar-b-q, whether its a few racks O ribs, or 26 oz. Ribeyes, or when he slow cooked 8 briskets all on his own for a wedding, hes got it goin on! I have never seen a man who watches more bar b q shows on food network! I think his dream would be to go up against Bobby Flay!
Great site!
If we don’t win, how do we order the MUG kit?
Good question, I’ll see if I can find out.
I got my BBQ Kit in the mail this week, thank you so much and keep up the great work!
@Wayne – Looks like that was just a promo they were running. You can find the recipe on their site in the recipe section: http://mugrootbeer.com/
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