Sweet 'n savory tomato-based dipping-grilling sauce and marinade made with the original Cheerwine soft drink formula and Cackalacky spice blend.
Flavor profile
Ingredients
Ketchup (Water, Tomato Paste, Hfcs, Distilled Vinegar, Corn Syrup, Salt, Onion Powder, And Spices)
Nutrition
| Per serving | Per 100 g | |
|---|---|---|
| Serving size | 2 Tbsp (30 ml) | 100 g |
| Calories | 45 | ~132 |
| Sodium (mg) | 170 | ~497 |
| Total carbs (g) | 11 | ~32.2 |
| Total sugars (g) | 10 | ~29.2 |
~ Per-100 g values are approximate: the label states the serving only as a volume, converted at a typical sauce density of 1.14 g/ml.
Nutrition source: Open Food Facts (community-contributed; values may differ from the current bottle label).
From around the web
What reviewers say
Cackalacky Cheerwine Sweet Sauce receives consistently positive feedback for its unique, cherry-forward flavor drawn from real Cheerwine soda blended with a tomato-based BBQ profile. Reviewers highlight its sweet and tangy balance, versatility as a marinade, dip, or glaze, and strong North Carolina roots. While praised out of the jar, some note the cherry notes can dominate after cooking. Limited but favorable ratings (perfect 5-star scores) and enthusiastic blog coverage support broad appeal for those seeking something distinctive.
Pros
- Distinctive sweet cherry flavor from Cheerwine soda
- Versatile for grilling, dipping, marinating, and glazing multiple foods
- Nice sweet-tangy-spicy balance with barbecue depth
- Made with quality, locally inspired ingredients
Cons
- Cherry syrup flavor can overpower after cooking
- Sweetness may be too intense for some palates
“I was surprised how much I liked the sauce out of the jar. It certainly wore its Cheerwine badge proudly, but contrasted that intense soda sweetness with good barbecue footings by way of vinegar, Worcestershire, and pleasant heat.”
meatwave.com →“Y’all, I’m not even playin’. I am obsessed with this stuff... Cackalacky Sweet Cheerwine Sauce, and y’all—it’s as magical as it sounds.”
wherethedogwoodblooms.com →
Sourced from 2 blogs, 1 retailer. Synthesized by AI; quotes link to the originals. How we score web opinions →
