Croix Valley Blue-B-Cue™ BBQ Sauce
Fresh blueberries in a smoky BBQ sauce. It sounds unexpected. It tastes incredible.
Blue-B-Cue blends real blueberries into our award-winning barbecue sauce to create a rich, sweet, and smoky flavor that stands out without overpowering. The natural fruitiness adds depth and balance, making it a perfect match for pork, chicken, lamb, and ribs.
It glazes beautifully, caramelizes on the grill, and turns first-time skeptics into repeat customers.
Why You’ll Love It
• Sweet blueberry + smoky BBQ – Bright fruit flavor balanced with rich, savory depth
• Perfect for pork and chicken – A natural pairing that keeps customers coming back
• Exceptional glaze – Caramelizes beautifully without burning
• Unexpected and memorable – A flavor that stands out in any lineup
• Crowd favorite – A go-to sauce for family meals and gifting
Flavor Profile
Sweet • Fruity • Smoky • Savory • Balanced
Why Customers Love It
Blue-B-Cue has a way of winning people over. What sounds unusual at first becomes a favorite after one bite.
Customers reach for it on pork loins, smoked ribs, and grilled chicken, where the blueberry flavor blends into the meat instead of overpowering it. It adds a subtle sweetness and depth that makes familiar dishes feel new again.
It is also one of the most gifted sauces in the lineup. Once people try it, they come back for more.
Vegan • Gluten-Free
Contains no major allergens.
Try all fruit-infused sauces in a discounted bundle
Fruit BBQ Sauce FAQ
What is the best BBQ sauce for ribs?
Croix Valley fruit BBQ sauces are all great for ribs, but Cran-B-Cue stands out if you want a more traditional BBQ flavor with a tangy, slightly tart finish that complements pork perfectly. If you are looking to branch out, Blue-B-Cue brings a deeper, richer sweetness, while Rhubarbecue offers a bold sweet-tart bite for a more adventurous rib profile.
What is the best BBQ sauce for chicken?
Croix Valley fruit BBQ sauces all work well on chicken, but Blue-B-Cue is the standout for its smooth, slightly sweet berry profile that pairs naturally with chicken. Cran-B-Cue adds a brighter, tangier edge, while Rhubarbecue is the choice if you want something more unique and slightly sharper.
What does fruit BBQ sauce taste like?
Fruit BBQ sauces combine traditional BBQ elements like smoke, vinegar, and spice with natural fruit sweetness and acidity. The result is a balanced flavor that is slightly sweet, slightly tangy, and layered with depth instead of being overly sugary.
What foods work best with fruit BBQ sauce?
These sauces are extremely versatile and work especially well on ribs, chicken, pork, and turkey. They also perform great as a glaze for grilled meats, a finishing sauce for burgers, or even as a dipping sauce for appetizers.
Are fruit BBQ sauces too sweet?
No. Croix Valley fruit BBQ sauces are built to be balanced. The fruit adds natural sweetness, but it is paired with acidity and savory elements to keep the flavor bold and well-rounded, not overly sweet.
When should I apply BBQ sauce when cooking?
For best results, apply fruit BBQ sauce during the final stage of cooking or just before serving. This allows the sauce to caramelize without burning and keeps the fruit flavors bright and balanced.
What makes Croix Valley Blue-B-Cue, Cran-B-Cue, and Rhubarbecue different?
Each sauce delivers a distinct profile:
• Blue-B-Cue: Rich berry sweetness with a smooth, deep finish
• Cran-B-Cue: Tangy, slightly tart, and closest to a traditional BBQ profile
• Rhubarbecue: Bold sweet-tart flavor with a sharper, more unique edge
All three are built on a BBQ foundation but offer more complexity than standard sauces.
