# Tangy Southern Wing Flavors The Wingstop Carolina Gold BBQ Flavor is Limited-Edition By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstop-carolina-gold-bbq References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2022/12/05/wingstop-introduces-new-carolina-gold-bbq-flavor/) & [wingstop](https://www.wingstop.com)  The [Wingstop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-bbq-blaze) Carolina Gold BBQ flavor has been announced as a Southern-inspired sauce option for patrons to pair with their favorite menu items for a touch of traditional flavor. The sauce is positioned as a new spin on the traditional Carolina Gold barbecue sauce, which maintains a [sweet and tangy taste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-bbq-sauce) that's perfect for pairing with wings, tenders or a crispy chicken sandwich. The sauce features notes of mustard, vinegar and brown sugar to give it a more authentic flavor that cuts through heavier flavors like fried chicken perfectly. The Wingstop Carolina Gold BBQ flavor is being launched with a special promotion through [Uber Eats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-set-matcha-sushi-pop) where patrons can enjoy a buy-one-get-one offer on the brand's Chicken Sandwich from December 6 through 19, 2022. Image Credit: Wingstop ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Southern-inspired Flavors:** Businesses in the food industry can develop new, unique, and regional flavors to attract a diverse customer base. - **Limited-edition Promotions:** Businesses can increase customer engagement and sales through limited-time offers and promotions on popular menu items. - **Delivery-based Promotions:** Businesses in the food industry can utilize delivery platforms to offer exclusive promotions and discounts to attract customers. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food:** Fast-food restaurants can create unique and exclusive flavors to differentiate their menu offerings from competitors. - **Food Delivery:** Food delivery services can partner with restaurants to offer special deals and promotions to customers, driving sales and customer loyalty. - **Condiments and Sauces:** Condiment and sauce producers can experiment with unique flavor combinations to create new products for the food service industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spicy Southern Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-gold.md) - [Sweet BBQ Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-bbq-blaze.md) - [Golden Chicken Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24-karat-gold-wing-sauce.md) - [Caribbean-Spiced Chicken Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caribbean-spice.md) - [Mustard-Infused Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bos-carolina-gold-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Korean BBQ Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korean-bbq-sauce.md) - [Tropically Flavored BBQ Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luau-bbq-sauce.md) - [Golden-Hued QSR Dipping Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-gold-sauce.md) - [Hot Honey Chicken Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-rub.md)