# Root Beer BBQ Sauces PS Seasoning and Jolly Good Soda Created Mug Shot Root Beer BBQ Sauce By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-06-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ps-seasoning-root-beer-bbq-sauce References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ps-seasoning-and-jolly-good-soda-launch-root-beer-bbq-sauce-302488640.html) & [psseasoning](https://www.psseasoning.com/collections/bbq-sauces)  Sodas are a popular addition to barbecue recipes for the sweet, caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with the smoky taste, leading [PS Seasoning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-mustard) and [Jolly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-jolly-hog-bbq-range) [Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soda-folk) Soda to team up and create Mug Shot Root Beer BBQ Sauce. This bold, nostalgic sauce is brimming with flavor from sweet molasses, warm spices, and Jolly Good Root Beer, and versatile enough to enhance everything from ribs, pulled pork, and wings. Launching just in time to help grillmasters, home cooks, and flavor seekers prepare for Fourth of July celebrations, this sauce unites classic American flavors—root beer and barbecue—and appeals to 70% of households in the United States (and 80% of homeowners) who own at least a grill or smoker. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 44% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Soda-infused Culinary Products:** Combining soda with culinary products introduces novel flavor profiles that appeal to consumers seeking unique taste experiences. - **Nostalgia-inspired Foods:** Nostalgia-driven food products tap into consumers' emotional connections to past experiences, offering comfort and familiarity with a modern twist. - **Versatile Flavor Enhancers:** Products that serve as versatile flavor enhancers provide flexibility for use across various dishes, attracting home cooks and professional chefs alike. ### Who This Affects Most - **Specialty Condiments:** The specialty condiment industry can leverage unique flavor combinations to capture the attention of adventurous food enthusiasts. - **Beverage Collaboration:** Collaborations between beverage and food companies open up opportunities for cross-industry innovation and broadened product lines. - **Barbecue and Grilling Products:** Barbecue and grilling products that incorporate unexpected ingredients like soda can create standout offerings in a crowded market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cherry Cola BBQ Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-cola-bbq-sauce.md) - [Collaborative Barbecue Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mission-bbq.md) - [Beer-Infused Barbecue Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rufus-teague-x-garage-beerbq-sauces.md) - [Gingerbread BBQ Rubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-bbq-rub.md) - [White BBQ Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-bbq-sauce.md) - [Rum-Infused BBQ Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruminfused-bbq-sauce.md) - [Root Beer Jelly Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-xxx-root-beer-jelly.md) - [Caffeinated Barbecue Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energizing-bbq-sauce.md) - [Beet-Based BBQ Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beet-goes-on.md)