Original BBQ Sauce

Common questions

Is Original BBQ Sauce healthy?

Original BBQ Sauce scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This BBQ sauce is a processed food with a high sugar content, which is a concern due to its link to health issues like obesity and diabetes.

How processed is Original BBQ Sauce?

Original BBQ Sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Original BBQ Sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Spices, Garlic Powder count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Original BBQ Sauce

Matheson Food Company
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Condiments
Summary

This BBQ sauce is a processed food with a high sugar content, which is a concern due to its link to health issues like obesity and diabetes. While it contains some beneficial ingredients like cider vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder, the presence of refined sugars and the overall processing level limit its healthfulness. The ingredient list is relatively clean, but the high sugar content and processing level prevent a higher score.

Key ingredients 10

Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Garlic Powder
Good

Concentrated whole-food seasoning.

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Ketchup
Neutral

Common condiment base, often containing tomatoes, vinegar, and sweeteners.

Cider Vinegar
Neutral

Fermented apple juice used for acidity and flavor enhancement.

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Sugars
Neutral

Added sweeteners used to provide sweetness and balance acidity.

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Tomato Paste
Neutral

Concentrated tomatoes providing texture and flavor.

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Mustard
Neutral

Condiment made from mustard seeds used for flavor and tanginess.

Water
Neutral

Used as a solvent and to adjust consistency.

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Worcestershire Sauce
Neutral

Fermented liquid condiment used to add savory depth of flavor.

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Onions Powder
Neutral

Dehydrated onion used for savory flavoring.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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